If the upcoming elections in 2007 and 2008 are undemocratic the U.S. can reconsider the Millenium Challenge Compact with Armenia, Congressman Scott Garrett told reporters in Yerevan. In his words, transparent and fair elections provide not only for openness on the election day but also for the election campaign, the role of media and the work with the NGOs. "However we believe that Armenia will not abandon democratic path and will properly hold the parliamentary and presidential election," he remarked.

The Congressman also said that struggle against corruption occupies a special places in the program. "Corruption exists everywhere and I think that the level of corruption in your republic will lower," Garrett said adding that he represents New Jersey where many Armenians live.