Armenian analyst says PM Pashinyan unwelcome in Washington, Moscow, Beijing

The incumbent Prime Minister of Armenia, Nikol Pashinyan—and consequently Armenia itself—is in a state of external isolation, political analyst Stepan Danielyan said on social media.

According to the analyst, Nikol Pashinyan is unacceptable to the current administrations of the United States, Russia, and China, Caliber.Az reports, citing Armenian media.

Danielyan believes that even the European Union considers Pashinyan an unserious partner in his dealings with Azerbaijan.

“Iran, a natural ally, is forced to maintain relations solely for geopolitical reasons, despite Armenia’s current policies,” the analyst wrote.

Armenia's historical alliance with Russia has been under significant stress, particularly following the 2020 Second Karabakh War. Yerevan's dissatisfaction stems from Moscow's perceived inaction during the war and its limited support through the Collective Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO). In response, Armenia has taken steps to distance itself from Russian-led structures, including freezing its participation in the CSTO and ratifying the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court, which has been viewed by the Kremlin as a hostile act.

Iran has expressed concerns over Armenia's pivot towards Western alliances, which could complicate their bilateral relationship. Similarly, while China has engaged with Armenia through initiatives like the Belt and Road, it remains cautious, particularly in light of Armenia's growing alignment with Western powers.​

By Khagan Isayev