Who Will Monitor Compliance in Entertainment and Cultural Venues Starting January 1?

The regulations are currently in the development phase, and clear assignments regarding supervisory functions will be established when finalized. Arthur Asoyan, head of the Office for Coordination of Inspection Activities of the Prime Minister's Office, stated this during a press briefing with reporters in the National Assembly when asked who would be monitoring operators starting January 1.

It is important to note that beginning January 1, entry to food, entertainment, and cultural venues will only be possible for vaccinated individuals or those with a negative PCR test result.

In response to the question of whether there are sufficient resources to carry out such large-scale inspections, Asoyan acknowledged that resource issues are always present, but emphasized that the entire responsibility is not solely assigned to inspection bodies. He indicated that the police also play a significant role in this regard.

“Even under conditions of total control, which I believe cannot be effectively implemented, it is not possible to ensure the desired level of security that we anticipate. There is a matter of personal responsibility here. Regardless of the complexity of the established rules, every citizen must first adhere to compliance with those rules,” Asoyan noted.

In light of the remark that even parliamentary representatives do not wear masks during sessions, Asoyan expressed confidence that the police are diligent and responsive to such issues.