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New Armenian law could be setback for religious freedom
March 27, 2009
Armenian human-rights advocates are expressing deep concern about of new proposed legislation governing religious affairs. The legislation, which has won preliminary approval in parliament, would set restrictions on unregistered religious groups and on the preaching of religious beliefs. Opponents told Forum 18 that the proposal would be a "serious setback to the development of a modern, progressive and liberal Armenia."
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