Russian-based businessman Samvel Karapetyan has been officially nominated as a candidate for the post of Prime Minister of Armenia. The announcement comes as the political landscape shifts ahead of the country's upcoming parliamentary elections.
According to the Operative Information Center-OMM, the nomination was formally unveiled during the presentation ceremony of the "Strong Armenia" party. Narek Karapetyan, the coordinator of the "Our Way" movement, presented the party's strategic plans and confirmed their lead candidate.
he stated during the event in Yerevan.“Who will be our candidate for the post of Prime Minister of Armenia? Samvel Karapetyan is our main candidate for this position,”
The parliamentary elections, scheduled for June 7, are expected to determine the future governance and political course of the country. Samvel Karapetyan is a prominent figure in the Russian business sector, primarily known as the head of the Tashir Group conglomerate. His direct entry into politics and his bid for power through the "Strong Armenia" party are anticipated to intensify the pre-election marathon, given his extensive resources and influential business ties in Russia. This development is seen as a potential catalyst for significant shifts in the internal political dynamics of Armenia.
