Samvel Karapetyan`s office: Public support cannot and should not be  subject to censorship

ArmInfo.In connection with the removal of banners featuring images of the president of the Tashir  Group of Companies, Samvel Karapetyan, the press service of the businessman's office has issued a statement.

"We consider this interference as a manifestation of administrative  pressure that goes against the principles of freedom of expression  outlined in the Constitution of the Republic of Armenia. The banners  do not disrupt  public order and or break any laws, but are an  expression of solidarity with a person who has made an invaluable  contribution to the development of infrastructure, healthcare,  culture and the economy of Armenia. Public support expressed in a  lawful and non-violent form cannot and should not be subject to  censorship or persecution. We urge the authorities to abide by legal  framework, and avoid selectively applying  the laws and refrain from  obstructing legitimate civil stances. The Tashir Group of Companies  will continue to act within the bounds of the law, defending both its  rights as well as the honor and dignity of its founder," the   statement reads.