Armenia's govt after sacked oligarchs (video)
The dismissal of tycoon ministers in Armenia can increase the image of the executive body. However, it is not enough to solve the problems in the country. "Should the problem lie in the personality of ministers, all problems in Armenia could have been solved long ago. We found only 20 normal people, appointed ministers and found everything settled with the move," economic analyst Hayk Gevorgyan told A1+. "I think you cannot solve the problem by changing one person or appointing someone who is responsible for the sector," said economist Vilen Khachatryan. " It is also necessary to have a team that will implement the given program," he added. Hayk Gevorgyan is well aware of the businesses owned by the dismissed ministers. Experts believe that 40 percent of Armenia's economy is in the shade and the question needs to be studied seriously. "In addition to becoming a subject of study, I think criminal cases are to be initiated in connection of them. People should receive what was stolen from them, and charges should be filed against certain persons if we are speaking about real radical changes," he said. The government says one of its objectives is to create equal opportunities for all companies. Economist Vilen Khachatryan thinks the fight against monopolies should start from the protection of businesses against competitors' harassment. Asked whether the changes in the Cabinet can lead to serious changes, Hayk Gevorgyan said, "Senseless structural changes have been made in government. If they think they can change something by changing the names of ministries, then they can rename the ministries every week…" Speaking about [Prime Minister] Karen Karapetyan's harsh treatment of several ministers, the economic analyst reminded about the upcoming parliamentary elections.
