  Georgia parliamentary elections not free or fair, MP says October 9, 2012 - 16:47 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Georgian parliamentary winner Bidzina Ivanishvili’s troubling remark about Armenians came as a result of political inexperience, according to Javakhk political union chair, MP Shirak Torosyan. Earlier, in an interview to Russian magazine New Times, Ivanishvili wondered why ethnic Armenians lived in Georgia when “their own homeland is next door.” Mr. Ivanishvili then released a statement saying he had been quoted out of context and meant to praise the “special gift of the Armenians and the Jews to be citizens of the world and succeed everywhere they live.” Commenting on parliamentary polls in Georgia, Mr. Torosyan noted that according to Javakhk sources, a number of frauds were reported. “Georgia saw a civilized transfer of power; nevertheless, the elections can’t be called free and fair,” the MP said. Partner news  Top stories Prior to the vote, RPA parliamentary group leader Galust Sahakyan announced the party’s decision to vote against the bill. Shavarsh Kocharyan: Baku’s statements on unacceptability of a status quo in Karabakh conflict aim to prevent alteration of the status. At the meeting, the parties focused on the prospects of bilateral relations, and cooperation in the framework of international organizations. Dwelling on the hike in gas prices, Iskandaryan said the change also affected other countries importing Russian gas.   Partner news |  Latest news Turkey candidate for EU leadership, minister says  Bağış said Istanbul’s unique status as a “peaceful coexistence of all cultures and religions” makes it a vital player in the EU.OSCE PA official issues statement on Georgia arrests “The legal process needs to comply with Georgia’s proclaimed commitment to democracy and European values,” Soares said.EU says UN report aggravates concerns over Iran nuke program The EU spokesman said Iran had continued to refuse to cooperate with the IAEA in its efforts to resolve outstanding issues.Syria's main opposition group opens key talks in Istanbul The meeting starts a day after backers of the anti-Assad uprising gathered in Jordan to push for peace in Syria. |
