Politics

Armenia’s parliament passes a bill formally declaring the country’s intent to pursue EU membership. Supporters see it as a step toward strengthening democracy, security and economic well-being, while critics question its necessity, arguing that deeper ties with the EU were already progressing without such a declaration.

Azerbaijan’s delay in committing to a peace agreement suggests a strategy of coercion to extract unilateral concessions and weaken Armenia’s sovereignty. The international community must go beyond praise and apply real pressure to ensure a fair, enforceable peace to stop the cycle of aggression.

Azerbaijan employs coercive tactics to pressure Armenia into political concessions. Davit Petrosyan examines Aliyev's strategy, Armenia's vulnerabilities, and the risks of dropping legal claims. He argues that, beyond military strengthening, Armenia must develop its own coercive strategy targeting Aliyev’s key fears and vulnerabilities, effectively deterring Azerbaijan.

The sham trials of Nagorno-Karabakh’s former leaders and other Armenian prisoners in Baku expose Azerbaijan’s state-sponsored hatred against Armenians, fueling animosity, obstructing peace efforts and reinforcing Aliyev’s authoritarian grip.

The Armenian Patriarchate of Jerusalem warns it is at risk of losing properties to the Jerusalem municipality. While unrelated to the Cow’s Garden dispute, the case highlights broader threats to the Armenian community’s survival and the Christian presence in the city.

Once hailed as a game-changer in modern warfare, the Bayraktar TB2 drone has seen its role and effectiveness evolve over time. Davit Khachatryan unpacks the realities behind the myth, analyzing its successes, limitations and shifting significance on the battlefield.

Armenia's controversial "stable majority" provision distorts proportional representation and weakens parliamentary democracy. With elections expected in 2026, concerns remain over its impact on governance, coalition-building and legitimacy. Hranoush Dermoyan explains.

Armenia-China relations are primarily shaped by trade and expanding economic ties. While Beijing remains a key trading partner, Armenia’s foreign policy shifts have led to diplomatic uncertainties. Hovhannes Nazaretyan explores trade dynamics, investment gaps, defense cooperation and cultural exchanges.

Investment arbitration plays a pivotal role in a country’s economic landscape, balancing investor protections with national sovereignty. Davit Khachatryan examines key cases, risks and policy implications, shedding light on how arbitration shapes Armenia’s investment climate and its broader geopolitical and economic strategies.

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev’s escalating rhetoric against Armenia aims to justify Baku's coercive tactics, block peace efforts and intimidate international actors. Sossi Tatikyan examines Aliyev's narratives about Western and non-Western powers and their implications for regional stability.