The fourth stage of the program by the EU Advisory Group in Armenia has been launched.

Speaking at the Group`s sitting, Secretary of the RA National Security Council Artur Baghdasaryan said that the third stage of the work has been successfully completed. Baghdasaryan emphasized the need for completing programs of creating free trade zones, Armenia`s associate membership in the EU and simplification of visa requirements.

EU Advisory Group members pointed out that they were actively involved in elaborating corruption control and freedom of speech programs in Armenia. Thus the Group facilitated the implementation of various EU programs in Armenia and enhancement of efficiency of government reforms.