Emerging Industry of Think Tanks in Armenia

The paper presents the results of the research of the think tank sector in Armenia. The process of emerging and the process of development of the think tank sector since Armenia's independence, as well as the main factors hindering the development of that sphere and its full establishment were studied. The current situation and peculiarities of the think tank industry in Armenia were analyzed, including the quantitative and typological landscape of think tanks. The author has also touched upon the role and the influence of think tanks in the public policy of Armenia, as well as upon the cooperation issues with decision-makers. The summary outlines certain approaches, the application of which can have a positive impact and stimulate the development of the think tank industry in Armenia.