Armenian opposition party elects new chairman

Noyan Tapan news agency
16 Apr 05

YEREVAN

Aram Sarkisyan, former prime minister of Armenia and brother of
Armenian ex-Prime Minister Vazgen Sarkisyan, who was killed in the 27
October 1999 terrorist act, was elected chairman of the political
council of the Republic Party during its 4th congress on 15 April.

[Passage omitted: details]

Speaking to his companions, Sarkisyan said that being chairman of the
Republic Party is a greater honour for him than being Armenian
president. He thanked Albert Bazeyan [member of the party], noting
that he is a friend and companion of his brother.

Hinting that his party is initiating a national movement, Sarkisyan
said that “the revolution will be a surprise”. He also said that he
knows more but cannot say anything.

[Passage omitted: About changes in the regulations of the party]