On April 14, Armenian officials including PM Nikol Pashinyan and FM Ararat Mirzoyan held meetings in Brussels and Yerevan with EU and French counterparts to advance Armenia–EU relations, deepen cooperation across multiple sectors, and discuss regional peace efforts with Azerbaijan.
Ararat Mirzoyan, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia, held a meeting in Brussels with Kaja Kallas, the Vice-President of the European Commission and the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, during which the sides discussed the advancement of the Armenia–EU strategic partnership agenda. The discussions focused on the consistent implementation of joint initiatives and the substantive preparation for the upcoming Armenia–EU Summit scheduled to take place in Yerevan in May. Both sides emphasized the importance of translating agreed frameworks into practical programs that deliver tangible benefits to Armenian citizens. Mirzoyan and Kallas also addressed efforts to strengthen democratic resilience, describing it as a core component of the value-based Armenia–EU partnership. In this context, they reached an understanding on ensuring the continuity and effectiveness of targeted mechanisms supporting democratic processes. They further underlined the importance of deepening economic and transport connectivity, alongside expanding cooperation in the energy sector. Regional developments were also discussed, with Mirzoyan presenting Armenia’s ongoing efforts toward the institutionalization of peace with Azerbaijan.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia also met in Brussels with Andrius Kubilius, the European Union Commissioner for Defence and Space, where both sides noted the positive momentum in the expanding Armenia–EU partnership. The interlocutors exchanged views on prospects for cooperation in security and defence, highlighting that Armenia’s progress in implementing democratic reforms and the adoption of a strategic agenda for Armenia–EU cooperation have created new opportunities for engagement. They also discussed preparations for upcoming high-level events in Yerevan, including the Armenia–EU Summit. Kubilius and Mirzoyan additionally exchanged views on regional developments, with the Armenian side outlining steps aimed at further institutionalizing peace with Azerbaijan.
On the same day, Nikol Pashinyan, the Prime Minister of Armenia, received Benjamin Haddad, the French Minister Delegate for European Affairs, to discuss the development of Armenia–France bilateral relations and cooperation across multiple sectors. The talks included reference to Armenia–EU relations and preparations for the European Political Community Summit to be held in Armenia. Both sides also addressed regional developments and measures aimed at ensuring peace and stability, emphasizing the importance of continued political dialogue and expanded cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
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