Security tops list of Armenians’ concerns, opinion poll shows

Security has emerged as the main concern for Armenians, with nearly four in ten people citing it as the country’s most pressing problem, according to a new public opinion poll.

The survey, conducted by MPG in partnership with the Gallup International Association, found that 37.1% of respondents were worried about personal and national security, Armenian media reported.

Economic concerns followed closely behind. Low wages and pensions were identified as a major issue by 23.4% of those surveyed, while 13.8% pointed to the overall economic situation. Unemployment was cited by 13.3%, and 12% said inflation was a key concern.

Social services also featured prominently among public worries. Poor quality of education was highlighted by 11.3% of respondents, while 8.6% expressed concern about the state of the healthcare system. Social conditions and poverty were mentioned by 5.3%.

Territorial and political issues were less frequently cited. Nearly 10% of respondents raised concerns over border delimitation, while 4.7% pointed to tensions between the authorities and the Armenian Apostolic Church. About 3% said the detention of Armenian military figures in Baku was a key issue.

Other concerns included air pollution (5.1%), lack of social cohesion (2.7%), public transport (2.7%), high utility costs (2.7%), foreign policy (2.7%), the situation around Nagorno-Karabakh (2.5%), corruption (2%), and high taxes (2%).

Thirteen per cent of respondents cited other issues, while 6.2% said they found it difficult to answer.

The telephone survey was carried out between 24 and 27 December among 1,000 respondents across Armenia.

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