The European Union and Armenia concluded a Partnership Agreement in the field of transport infrastructure following their first bilateral summit.
“This first EU-Armenia summit takes our partnership to a new level and sets a clear direction and agenda for the coming years. At the heart of this work is our shared commitment to peace and stability in the region. Going forward, we will also deepen political dialogue, strengthen economic ties and work towards a more secure, prosperous and stable future. Our cooperation is based on shared values, a common vision for the future of the South Caucasus and full respect for sovereign choice,” said Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission.
The agreement is expected to contribute to trade development, job creation, increased resilience and support for regional stability. It предусматривает the organisation of two high-level dialogues on transport infrastructure and transport.
Initial letters of intent were also signed with selected private sector partners in the areas of digital infrastructure, semiconductor development, innovation ecosystems and mobilisation of private investment.
The sides also concluded an agreement between the European Border and Coast Guard Agency (Frontex) and Armenia’s Interior Ministry, which will strengthen cooperation in border management and migration. It is required for visa liberalisation.
In the field of security and defence, the leaders welcomed the establishment of the EU Partnership Mission in Armenia. The Armenian armed forces received their first deliveries of EU assistance under the European Peace Facility worth a total of 30 million euros.
