Armenia’s opposition figure and a leading voice in the group known as Honor is Mine, Hayk Mamijanyan, has claimed that the country’s forthcoming basic law will formally recognize Armenia as a neutral power. The assertion, relayed by the publication Sputnik Armenia, positions the constitution as a framework that could limit Armenia’s formal alignment with any bloc or alliance. Mamijanyan’s remarks come at a moment when political debate in Yerevan is roiling around how the state should chart its security and diplomatic posture within a volatile regional landscape. [Sputnik Armenia]
According to his account, the new constitution may expressly forbid joining or renewing any security or military alliance. The idea, Mamijanyan argues, would anchor Armenia in a non-belligerent stance and ensure that commitments to collective defense or synchronized actions with external partners are avoided. He also reiterated his expectation that the ongoing constitutional amendment process, which has been propelled by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, could face significant hurdles or even stall before it can reach final approval. This perspective underscores a broader debate in Armenian politics about sovereignty, foreign policy autonomy, and how to balance regional pressures with national interests. [Sputnik Armenia]
Mamijanyan stressed that rumors about Armenia adopting a non-aligned status are not merely speculation but represent a growing current in public discourse and political messaging. He described such rumors as hanging in the air, suggesting that the country might be weighing a path that moves beyond traditional blocs while seeking to preserve flexibility in international relationships. The conversation touches on a larger question for citizens in the Caucasus and neighboring regions about how small states manage security guarantees in a world of shifting coalitions and unpredictable threats. [Sputnik Armenia]
Earlier, Boriv Armenian religious authorities and the office of the prime minister have each been involved in heated discussions about the constitutional project, with critics arguing that changes could affect fundamental institutions or the balance of power. While this debate unfolds, observers in Canada and the United States pay close attention to how Armenia frames its constitution, especially in light of ongoing regional tensions and the potential implications for regional diplomacy, peace processes, and cross-border cooperation. The discourse around constitutional reforms highlights how constitutional identity can influence foreign policy and regional stability in practice. [Sputnik Armenia]
In recent public statements, Prime Minister Pashinyan has described the current moment in Armenia’s peace process with Azerbaijan as a challenging phase, noting that a lasting settlement appears unlikely under the prevailing conditions. Analysts in Western capitals emphasize the importance of predictable constitutional boundaries for steering future negotiations, while Armenian lawmakers weigh how such boundaries would interact with commitments to international bodies and regional partners. The conversation thus spans legal design, security commitments, and the real-world impact such design has on daily life, regional trade, and international perception. [Sputnik Armenia]
Previous assessments from Russia and observations about other neutral states, including Switzerland, are cited in discussions about Armenia’s potential path. The comparisons illuminate how nations with long-standing neutrality can navigate alliances, defense cooperation, and humanitarian work without compromising sovereignty. For audiences in North America, these debates offer a lens into how constitutional language can shape not just domestic governance but also engagement with global institutions, humanitarian corridors, and multilateral diplomacy. The framing of Armenia’s status as neutral could influence future peace initiatives, confidence-building measures, and regional security arrangements, all of which are of interest to policy observers and the public alike. [Sputnik Armenia]