ArmInfo.The European Union will provide Armenia with a grant of 8.04 million euros for the implementation of the program "EU for citizens. Promotion of democracy in Armenia". On December 7, the RA government approved an agreement with the EU for signing at an extraordinary retreat in Gyumri.
As noted in the certificate - the rationale of the draft decision, the goal of the program is to promote of democracy in Armenia, increase confidence in the activities of the government and the level of civil society involvement in various projects. As a result of the program implementation, it is planned to implement measures aimed at ensuring transparent elections, open and accountable government activities. It is also envisaged to improve respect for human rights, improve mechanisms for constructive dialogue with civil society, develop active media, and involve women in public administration. The term of the program is 84 months.