Alen Simonyan

Alen Simonyan has served as President of the National Assembly of Armenia since 2021, making him the Speaker of parliament and one of the most senior figures in the Civil Contract government. A close political ally of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Simonyan has been a prominent voice in Armenian politics on issues ranging from the peace process with Azerbaijan to the country’s relationship with Russia and Western institutions.

Known for outspoken public statements, Simonyan has frequently made headlines for his comments on foreign policy, on Armenia’s departure from Russian-led security structures, and on domestic political opponents. His statements on relations with Russia, Turkey, and Azerbaijan have at times drawn both praise and controversy.

Groong episodes covering Alen Simonyan address his role in parliamentary proceedings, his public commentary on foreign policy and domestic political affairs, and his position within the Civil Contract leadership structure as Armenia heads toward the 2026 parliamentary elections.