YEREVAN. - Participation of Armenian Revolutionary Federation Dashnakstutyun (ARFD) in various political formats is not an end in itself, Secretary of ARFD Artyusha Shahbazyan told Armenian News-NEWS.am, commenting on media reports that a new oppositional political alliance along with Heritage party may be created.

Shahbazyan expressed doubt over possible involvement of ARFD in what he called artificial formats.

“ARFD may discuss its participation only if these forces put forward a serious [political] platform,” the MP noted.

He added that the party’s political experience considers it appropriate to nominate its own candidate in the elections.

“ARF may be involved in pre-electoral blocs only if there are substantial programs,” he stressed.

According to him, the opposition can develop cooperation around the protection of voting right that will significantly increase the chances of victory for opposition.