Presidential elections: a chance for new political dynamism in Azerbaijan? (original) (raw)

With the democratic transition of power progressing in Georgia, the focus of the regional and international community is increasingly shifting to the upcoming elections in Armenia and Azerbaijan. notably, Azerbaijan has scheduled presidential elections for october 2013, which are regarded by many observers as crucial for the democratic development of the country. Marion Kipiani was recently in Baku and she spoke with four experts about their perceptions of the political system, the upcoming elections, and the possible impacts of the change of government in Georgia on the electoral environment in Azerbaijan.