-How long have you been a MIAK member?

-For about two months.

-What peculiarity do you see in MIAK?

-The first peculiarity is the principle of internal democracy, which is rather praiseworthy in itself. The second peculiarity is a fact that you get to meet new people here, who can enrich you with new knowledge that you can apply in your life.

-What novelty would you suggest to MIAK`s work style?

-Probably to better inform the public about MIAK`s activities.

-If you become RA President what would be your first step?

-I would probably start taking steps aimed at bringing forward economic development. I would make more use of Armenia's natural resources and export them if possible. This would provide for the state budget revenues. I would also nationalize  certain enterprises  and would definitely not sell them. I would also try to reduce the number of monopolies, which will allow for the development of entrepreneurship in Armenia. 

-What would you like to change in Armenia?

-I would like to change people's self-consciousness and low quality programmes we see on Armenian TV with a focus on journalists who do not have the relevant education and good Armenian speech.

-Please, answer the question of the previous interviewee: What is your opinion on women's participation in Armenian political life?

-I think that not only is  womens presence in political field desirable but it is also necessary. Women too could be good managers and provide for innovative ideas. I hope that the number of women in politics will increase gradually.


The interview was conducted by N. Karapetyan