Local government reform in Armenia: challenges and prospects for success

Abstract

This research paper discusses the current challenges of local government in Armenia and prospects of its development, particularly the consolidation of communities and creation of intercommunity unions from the perspective of political actors, state and non-governmental institutions responsible for policy design and execution. The research also tries to reveal whether party affiliation affects the choice of the model for community consolidation and decentralization policy. Finally, the paper looks whether there is a consensus among political actors on community consolidation in Armenia and looks into the political environment for further decentralization of power.