A new poll reveals that a majority of Armenians support EU membership, with 56.7% in favor, while 80.3% oppose any changes to the Armenian Constitution. Additionally, 14.4% would vote for the ruling “Civil Contract” party if elections were held next Sunday, and only 15.2% believe Armenia is definitely moving in the right direction. The poll also shows that 44.3% of respondents believe Armenia should be a neutral country and not be a member of the CSTO or NATO.
These poll results highlight the prevailing sentiment among Armenians on key national issues, including EU membership, constitutional changes, political party preferences, and international alliances.
This recent poll, conducted by the GALLUP International Association in Armenia, gathered responses from 1,100 individuals between July 3 and July 6 and reveals insights into the current sentiments of Armenian citizens. The results were presented by its Director, Aram Navasardyan, during a press meeting on July 10.
Support for Armenia Joining the EU
A majority, 56.7%, of respondents expressed support for Armenia joining the European Union. Here are the detailed findings:
“¢ 34.2% believed Armenia should “definitely” seek EU membership.
“¢ 22.5% responded “rather yes.”
“¢ 13.7% said “rather no.”
“¢ 19.1% were firmly against, saying “definitely no.”
“¢ 10% found it difficult to answer.
When asked if Armenia should strive for EU membership even at the cost of leaving the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU):
“¢ 28.8% believed Armenia should “definitely” strive for EU membership even if its at the cost of leaving the EAEU.
“¢ 17.3% responded “rather yes.”
“¢ 15.6% said “rather no.”
“¢ 21.4% were firmly against, saying “definitely no.”
“¢ 17% found it difficult to answer.
Opposition to Changes in the Armenian Constitution
A significant majority of respondents were opposed to changes in the Armenian Constitution. The poll results were as follows:
“¢ 80.3% of respondents thought the Constitution of Armenia should remain unchanged.
“¢ 11.7% thought that some provisions should be changed.
“¢ 3.3% thought the country needs a completely new Constitution.
Navasardyan noted a shift in opinion following statements by Azerbaijani President Aliyev demanding changes to Armenia’s Constitution. Earlier in January, the figures were different:
“¢ 38.1% of respondents believed the Constitution should remain unchanged.
“¢ 34.2% believed some provisions should be changed.
“¢ 13.4% believed Armenia needs a completely new Constitution.
Political Party Preferences
The poll also revealed the political party preferences of the respondents if elections were held next Sunday:
“¢ 14.4% of respondents would vote for the ruling “Civil Contract” party.
“¢ 3.7% would vote for the “Armenia” bloc.
“¢ 3.5% for the “Democracy, Law and Order” party.
“¢ 2.3% for the “I have Honor” bloc.
“¢ 2.3% for the leader of the “Rodin Rodin” movement.
“¢ 1.5% for the leader of the “In the Name of Motherland” movement, Bagrat Galstanyan.
Additional insights included:
“¢ 8.6% would not vote for anyone.
“¢ 7.1% refused to answer.
“¢ 22.5% found it difficult to answer.
“¢ 32.5% would refuse to participate in the elections, indicating that more than 40% of respondents would not take part in the elections.
Decrease in Support for Armenia’s CSTO Membership, Increase in NATO Backing
The poll highlighted a shift in support for Armenia’s international alliances compared to previous data from February:
“¢ Support for CSTO membership decreased by 10%.
“¢ Support for NATO membership increased by 7%.
Further details include:
“¢ 44.3% believe Armenia should be a neutral country and not a member of the CSTO or NATO.
“¢ 16.9% believe Armenia should continue its membership in the CSTO.
“¢ 29% believe Armenia should strive for NATO membership.
General Sentiment on Armenia’s Direction
The respondents also shared their views on the country’s current trajectory:
“¢ 15.2% believe Armenia is definitely moving in the right direction.
“¢ 10.6% believe it is rather in the right direction.
“¢ 23.1% believe it is rather in the wrong direction.
“¢ 28.5% believe it is definitely in the wrong direction.
“¢ 22.5% found it difficult to answer.
