Robert Kocharyan considers the struggle for power between two old colleagues unacceptable

YEREVAN, JANUARY 15, ARMENPRESS: The second President of the Republic of Armenia Robert Kocharyan in an interview pledged by him presented the reasons made him not to run for the Presidential elections. Robert Kocharyan noted three grave factors forced him to refrain from returning to active politics, Armenpress reports citing Mediamax.

First the struggle for power between two longtime partners, both from Karabakh is unacceptable for me: it will create an uncomfortable situation for the people itself and will later become the subject of various speculations. Besides it was me who recommended the acting President as the next president, reportedly his desire to run for the second term is understandable.

Kocharyan did not wish to participate in the struggle for power thus not prompting to the formation of extremely unpleasant and hazardous format for the country.

The former President did not want to spend his time and knowledge in the search for political compromise, a situation not acceptable by him. Calling the above mentioned factors not fundamental the Second President is sure they are rather grave in the emotional and ethical viewpoints. Thus the former President confines himself to a short interview. '' Not dwelling on the prevailing political situation would be simply incomprehensible'' Kocharyan summed up.

Presidential Elections are due in Armenia on February 18. Eight candidates have been already registered. Former two Presidents are not participating in the election struggle.