Azeri studies expert: Azeri presidential elections are a show
Azerbaijan is making a show of its presidential elections. Many candidates are registered for the elections with the aim of showing the world that there is freedom of expression and alternative elections are being held in the country, Azeri studies expert Sargis Asatryan told a press conference in Yerevan.
According to the expert, most of the presidential candidates have no sufficient resources and opportunities to rival Ilham Aliyev.
“Ilham Aliyev tries to divert the public attention to minor problems in order to benefit from the situation. He clears his way for reelection to presidential office,” the Azeri studies expert said.
“In all probability, Aliyev will be reelected as President. His military rhetoric is predictable for Armenia, besides, he is unlikely to go for an adventure,” Mr Asatryan said when asked which of the Azeri presidential candidates is beneficial to Armenia.