ArmInfo.If we call ourselves a democratic society, the authorities of Artsakh must ensure the possibility of my participation in the presidential elections. The ex-Minister of Defense of Artsakh Samvel Babayan stated this during a press conference.
To note, the elections in Artsakh are scheduled for 2020. "At least, give us an opportunity to lose, despite the confidence of the current authorities in their victory, then why they "put two legs in one boot," Babayan complained, assuring that the country's leadership is trying to prevent him from participating in the presidential rut because he sees him as a potential rival . <I have scheduled a number of meetings with the Artsakh public to get familiar with the mood of the people. I want to understand how acceptable my nomination for the presidential election is for them. After that, the process of collecting signatures will take place and we will announce our decision whether we are participating or not, "he added, noting that at this stage it's not practical to talk about real opponents in the upcoming elections, because much can change in a year.
Speaking about the situation of restoring his citizenship, Babayan said that he plans to resolve these issues according to law. "The law should be equal for everyone," he said, recalling that Artsakh President Bako Sahakyan, who had come from Moscow, headed the republic in 2007. In conclusion, Babayan promised that he would complete all stages of the procedure for the nomination to the presidential post within the framework of the Artsakh Constitution.
To note, at present Babayan has a problem with the qualification to stay in Artsakh for the last 10 years, which is necessary for the nomination at the presidential election. However, the Constitution of Artsakh makes it possible in such cases to be put forward in case of collecting 30 thousand votes. And Babayan announced his intention to take advantage of this opportunity.