Armenian parliament debates President’s amnesty proposals

Armenian parliament debates President’s amnesty proposals

PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenian parliament is set to debate declaration of amnesty proposed by President Serzh Sargsyan.

Acting as the main rapporteur, Justice Minister Hrayr Tovmasyan said that “declaration of amnesty is a humane initiative and demonstration of the President’s good will.” “This is a move that can unite the nation. We must change our public life and have a civilized dialogue,” he said, adding that amnesty does not mean loss of vigilance.

President Sargsyan offered the National Assembly to declare amnesty on occasion of the 20th anniversary of Armenia’s independence, the proposal being based on article 81.1.1 of the RA Constitution and article 90 of the law on National Assembly regulations.

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