On March 16, Srbuhi Galyan, the Minister of Justice of Armenia, announced at the first meeting of the Public Council under the Minister of Justice that the text of the new draft Constitution is already prepared and will be discussed with the ruling Civil Contract party and its parliamentary faction.

Galyan stated that the Council for Constitutional Reforms has been working intensively, holding weekly meetings, and confirmed that the draft text has been finalized as previously promised. However, she noted that there is no decision yet regarding its publication, as it will first be reviewed by the party’s board and parliamentary faction. "After that, a decision will be made on its publication," she stated.

She explained that the draft is based on previously developed conceptual provisions and emphasized that its approach centers on the individual, the citizen, and the people, without altering the current system of governance. "We believe that parliamentarism is the best expression of the principles of democracy," Galyan emphasized.

At the same time, she noted that significant changes have been introduced to further decentralize power and strengthen checks and balances. In particular, the National Assembly would be granted additional mechanisms to oversee the prime minister’s activities.

Addressing judicial reforms, Galyan stated that the draft provides for the introduction of a jury system. It also includes provisions for a two-stage appeals process, the possibility of written case reviews, and the option to appeal Supreme Court decisions, which is not currently available.