Tag #Aleksandr Sirunyan

How does Sirunyan's past behavior, as evidenced by his social media posts and legal representation, affect the perception of the High Judicial Council's independence?

Sirunyan's nomination highlights the ongoing tension between the ruling party and opposition regarding judicial independence in Armenia. Opposition members cited Sirunyan's past social media posts containing hate speech as evidence of his unsuitability for the HJC, while the CCP defended his nomination, referencing similar past behavior from opposition members in previous appointments. The CCP's justification, citing a long search for a suitable candidate within their ranks, raises concerns about the lack of transparency and potential bias in the selection process.