The current Electoral Code applies a majority electoral system for local elections whereas a proportional electoral system applies for the three main cities of the country, i.e. Yerevan, Gyumri, and Vanadzor. According to the explanatory note, the electoral legal framework was amended in 2020 to introduce a proportional system in all municipalities of more than 4000 inhabitants. Moreover, following recommendations of the 2016 Joint Opinion, the bonus that a party would receive if it won at least 40% of the votes was abolished, and the threshold was lowered to 4% for parties and 6% for coalitions. While not commenting on the choice of the electoral system overall, these amendments should be considered as a positive step. However, the necessity of a threshold for local elections could be questioned.