Number: RS22675
Title: Armenia's Legislative Election: Outcome and Implications for U.S. Interests
Authors: Jim Nichol Specialist in Russian and Eurasian Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: This report discusses the campaign and results of Armenia's May 12, 2007, legislative election and examines implications for Armenian and U.S. interests. Many observers viewed the election as marking some democratization progress. The Republican Party of Armenia increased its number of seats to a near-majority and termed the results as a mandate on its policies. The party leader, Prime Minister Serzh Sargisyan, was widely seen as gaining stature as a possible candidate in the upcoming 2008 presidential election.
Pages: 6
Date: June 8, 2007