YEREVAN.- Criticism against the authorities and participation in president’s inauguration have no relation to each other, Prosperous Armenia member Vartan Oskanian told briefing in parliament on Friday.

He was asked to comment on Prosperous Armenia members were present at the inauguration amid party’s criticism against authorities.

“The essence of the opposition is that it can establish a dialogue with the government and work with it. The opposition which is unable to speak with the authorities is not efficient. Life goes on, we have to work with the government. We are the second force in parliament and should be involved in the work,” he said.

Asked why he did not attend the inauguration, Oskanian said: “It was my decision.”