ArmInfo. The fifth meeting of the Armenia-EU Joint Working Group, co-chaired by Armenian Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan and the European Commission's Director-General for Enlargement and Enlargement Negotiations, Gert Jan Koopman, took place in Yerevan as part of the high-level political dialogue.
According to the press service of the Armenian government, the meeting was held in the context of deepening cooperation between Armenia and the EU, with a focus on economic and energy resilience, as well as key reforms implemented within the framework of the EU's multi-sectoral budget support program, which is one of the main pillars of Armenia's Resilience and Growth Action Plan for 2024-2027.
During the high-level political dialogue, Armenia and the European Union assessed the progress in implementing reforms under the multi-sectoral budget support program. The parties discussed key milestones for 2026, including progress on measures necessary for the visa liberalization dialogue.
Participants emphasized the importance of effectively monitoring reform implementation and discussed the establishment of a joint technical monitoring committee to regularly oversee progress. Armenia and the EU also discussed a package of transport infrastructure development projects covering the transport, energy, and digital infrastructure sectors, emphasizing the importance of strengthening regional connectivity and supporting sustainable economic growth.
Armenia and the European Union reaffirmed their shared commitment to advancing reforms, strengthening democratic and economic resilience, and deepening cooperation in areas of mutual strategic interest. The parties agreed to continue close coordination on energy sector readiness, reform implementation, and identifying priority areas for the Armenia-EU partnership.
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