Armenia Loses Voting Rights in CSTO
Armenia has lost its voting rights within the Russian-led Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), following a decision by member states on November 11.
This was reported by Armenia’s official media Armenpress.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed that the restrictions were linked to Armenia’s failure to pay its membership contributions.
As a result, Armenia will no longer be able to vote on decisions within the organization or nominate representatives for certain leadership positions.
Despite the decision, Armenia has not been expelled from the CSTO and technically remains a member.
The development comes amid growing tensions between Yerevan and the Moscow-led alliance.
Armenia froze its participation in CSTO activities in February 2024, accusing the organization of failing to fulfill its security obligations.
On November 5, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that Armenia’s interest in the organization had run its course.
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