Time to end regional conflicts, Armenia says at EaP meeting

Armenia’s envoy to the EU has attached importance to the Eastern Partnership (EaP) as a framework that has significantly contributed to the country’s democratic transition and strengthening of bilateral cooperation with the EU. 

Tigran Balayan, Armenia’s Ambassador to Belgium and the EU, made the remarks at a high-level meeting of EaP in Brussels.

The officials discussed the draft EaP 2025-2027 working plan which Armenia has endorsed.

Ambassador Balayan said the EaP is an important format for jointly reacting to common challenges and ensuring democratic resilience, combatting disinformation, strengthening trust and development of the civil society.

“Armenia is convinced that it is time to end regional conflicts and establish peaceful co-existence for future generations. The EU can use its soft power to make sure that regional programs are inclusive and don’t leave out any country. For example, the Black Sea submarine cable project, which can become a new platform of regional cooperation,” he said.

Speaking about interconnectivity, Ambassador Balayan mentioned the Armenian government’s Crossroads of Peace project. “Armenia’s Crossroads of Peace initiative, which is based on the principles of sovereignty, security, reciprocity and equality, can have a key role in strengthening regional ties and cooperation,” Balayan said.

Armenia is ready to host EaP events and will soon make proposals, the Ambassador added.