Prime Minister Pashinyan holds meeting with European Commission delegation

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan received a delegation led by Gert Jan Koopman, Head of the Directorate-General for Enlargement and Eastern Neighborhood Policy of the European Commission.

According to the Prime Minister’s Office, PM Pashinyan emphasized the importance of developing Armenia–European Union relations and reaffirmed the Armenian government's commitment to deepening and expanding cooperation in all areas. He noted that Armenia–EU cooperation is based on mutual respect, shared values, and partnership, with a focus on strengthening democracy and ensuring the rule of law.

In response, Gert Jan Koopman praised the partnership with Armenia, stating that the EU considers Armenia a reliable and trustworthy partner. He welcomed the recent adoption of the law “On the launch of the process of accession of the Republic of Armenia to the European Union” by the Armenian National Assembly, describing it as a significant step that reflects the sincerity and consistency of Armenia’s European aspirations.

Koopman also stressed that the EU supports the ambitious reform agenda of the Armenian government and is ready to continue assisting in this process by expanding cooperation across all sectors that contribute to Armenia’s sustainable development and the strengthening of civil society.

The parties held detailed discussions on the current state of Armenia–EU relations, including the implementation of the Comprehensive and Enhanced Partnership Agreement, as well as cooperation in the fields of economy, digitalization, green energy, education, infrastructure development, and democratic reforms.

In this context, they also discussed the measures planned for 2025–2027 under the Resilience and Growth Plan announced in Brussels in 2024, highlighting the importance of active collaboration in implementing the agreed actions.

The meeting also addressed regional security and stability issues, particularly the Armenia–Azerbaijan peace process.