However, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, the leader of the ruling party, appears far less confident than his public demeanor suggests. Most importantly, Rubinyan possesses neither personal business networks nor independent political capital, remaining entirely reliant on Pashinyan’s political patronage. Manavazyan was effectively the custodian of the sanctuary of Pashinyan’s personal life, private secrets, and family residence, a role built on absolute trust. Neither possesses personal political weight or independent networks, having risen entirely under Pashinyan and remaining completely reliant on his leadership capital and favour. Clearing out the prime minister’s staffAnother critical set of changes unfolded within Pashinyan’s personal staff.