Armenia's government resigns

Yerevan, Armenia – Armenia's government has formally resigned, adhering to constitutional procedures after the newly elected National Assembly convened for its inaugural session. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan confirmed the government's departure in a video message, referencing Article 158 of the constitution which mandates such resignations on the day the new parliament holds its first meeting.

Under Armenian constitutional law, the outgoing government will continue to govern the nation in a caretaker capacity. This interim period will last until a new cabinet is established and officially formed. The transfer of executive power will then occur to the newly appointed government.

The first session of the new parliament was also marked by a significant protocol change: for the first time in the country's history, the Armenian Apostolic Church's spiritual leader, Catholicos Karekin II, was not invited to the opening session. This decision drew sharp criticism from opposition lawmakers, highlighting ongoing tensions between the government and the influential church, particularly concerning security policies and relations with Azerbaijan.

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According to Article 158 of the Constitution, the government resigns on the day the newly elected National Assembly holds its first session.