Levon Baghdasaryan to Lead DOK Party’s Electoral Headquarters, Chairman Position Vacated
Gyumri, Shirak Province, Armenia, January 27, 2026 – Levon Baghdasaryan has been appointed as the head of the DOK Party’s electoral headquarters, as announced on the Telegram channel of party leader Vardan Ghukasyan. This strategic move comes as the party prepares for upcoming elections, intending to participate as part of a coalition.
The announcement explicitly states that Baghdasaryan will be responsible for all pre-election matters until Ghukasyan’s return. This arrangement has already been agreed upon with other parties forming the coalition.
Chairman’s Duties Transferred During Pre-Election Period
Vardan Ghukasyan has temporarily relinquished his duties as the DOK Party chairman during the electoral campaign. He has entrusted Baghdasaryan with the authority to manage the party’s pre-election functions, expressing his full confidence in him. Ghukasyan stated, “I once again declare for all those who do not understand at once: Mr. Baghdasaryan is the head of the DOK Party’s, and during the elections, the DOK Alliance’s general headquarters, which we have already agreed upon with the other parties participating in the alliance. He exclusively deals with all pre-election issues until my return. As for removing the DOK Party chairman from pre-election functions, that is Mr. Baghdasaryan’s domain, and I unconditionally trust him.”
Party Congress to Address Charter Changes and Future Plans
In light of recent legal changes, the DOK Party chairman has been instructed to convene a party congress. The primary agenda for this congress will be to amend the party’s charter to comply with new legislation. Additionally, the congress will review the chairman’s report for the past years and discuss crucial matters such as participating in the elections as a coalition and finalizing the electoral list.
Ghukasyan also extended his gratitude to Ani Khudaverdyan for her support and cooperation. Baghdasaryan, a lawyer by profession, will now steer the party through the critical pre-election period.
DOK Party’s Recent Activities and Future Outlook
The DOK Party has been actively involved in the political landscape, with several related publications highlighting their recent activities:
- March 11, 2025: The DOK Party announced its intention to participate in elections as a coalition.
- March 10, 2025: Vardan Ghukasyan will not be extradited to Armenia but must leave the US.
- April 14, 2025: The RA Prosecutor General’s Office refused to disclose whether it requested Ghukasyan’s extradition from the US.
- March 19, 2025: The Las Vegas court deliberated on Vardan Ghukasyan’s case, with an extradition request submitted two years prior.
- March 8, 2025: Vardan Ghukasyan expressed his fighting spirit, believing the fate of the entire Armenian people depends on him.
- March 5, 2025: The DOK Party decided not to participate in the Gyumri City Council elections.
- March 5, 2025: A media report revealed an agent who provided information to “Dog.”
- March 4, 2025: Zareh Sinanyan stated that there are data on about 2000 Armenian citizens subject to deportation from the US to Armenia.
- March 4, 2025: Alen Simonyan declared that he would not listen if “Dog” spoke about him, deeming it below his dignity.
- March 4, 2025: Vardan Ghukasyan was arrested in the US, with the reason disclosed.
This leadership change signifies a pivotal moment for the DOK Party as it navigates the complexities of the upcoming elections and aims to strengthen its position within the political arena. The focus remains on the party congress to solidify its internal structure and electoral strategy.
Source: https://pastinfo.am/hy/news/2026/01/26/%D5%8E%D5%A1%D6%80%D5%A4%D5%A1%D5%B6-%D5%82%D5%B8%D6%82%D5%AF%D5%A1%D5%BD%D5%B5%D5%A1%D5%B6/1956818
