Armenia IRI survey: Plurality of 47% support peace treaty with Azerbaijan

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A nationwide poll conducted by the International Republican Institute’s (IRI) Center for Insights in Survey Research (CISR) shows that security and peace are the top issues in Armenia.

A plurality of 47 percent of respondents support the peace treaty being negotiated with Azerbaijan. 

Asked if they support or oppose the signing of a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan, 29% said they strongly support it, 18% said they somewhat support it, while 7% said they somewhat oppose it, 33% said they strongly oppose it, 10% said it depends on the final requirements of the peace treaty, and 2% refused to answer.

Asked about the main benefits of the signing of a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan, 74% said establishment of peace in the region, 9% said economic development, 8% said recognition of territorial integrity, demarcation, 6% said opening of roads, 2% said establishment of solidarity and diplomatic relations with Azerbaijan and Turkiye. 5% mentioned other advantages, 4% said there would be no benefits, while 7% refused to answer. 

The survey was conducted on behalf of the International Republican Institute’s Center for Insights in Survey Research by Breavis (represented by IPSC LLC). Data was collected from June 16-26, 2025 through CATI administered telephone interviews. The sample consisted of 1,505 resident citizens of Armenia and forcibly displaced former residents of Nagorno Karabakh who are now residing in Armenia (who may or may not be citizens). Residents who have lived in Armenia for fewer than six months were excluded from the sample. It is representative of the population with access to a mobile phone, which excludes approximately 1.7% of adults.

The response rate was 25%.  The margin of error does not exceed ±2.5% for the full sample.

 

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