The European Union (EU)-Armenia summit will be held in Yerevan on May 4-5, during which the parties will discuss the deepening bilateral cooperation, regional security, and key international challenges, the European Council noted in a statement.

The President of the European Council, António Costa, together with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, will represent the EU at the summit. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will represent Armenia.

This meeting is expected to become an important point in the development of EU-Armenia relations. The summit aims to deepen bilateral cooperation, as well as to strengthen peace, connectivity and economic development in the South Caucasus region.

The summit is a key opportunity to further strengthen bilateral relations, in particular on connectivity, energy, transport and digital cooperation.

Leaders will also discuss current global challenges, such as the latest developments in the wider region including Ukraine and the impact of the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.

They will issue a joint declaration at the end of the summit and exchange a number of signed documents essential to deepening the EU-Armenia partnership.

EU relations with Armenia are based on the EU-Armenia Comprehensive and Enhanced Partnership Agreement (CEPA), with priorities detailed in the strategic agenda for the EU-Armenia Partnership.

Through CEPA, in force since 2021, Armenia has committed to pursuing a comprehensive reform agenda based on democracy, transparency and the rule of law – in particular, the fight against corruption, reforming the judiciary and enhancing its accountability to citizens, and ensuring equal economic, employment and social opportunities for all.

The new strategic agenda, adopted in December 2025, established more ambitious joint priorities for cooperation across all areas, especially regarding economic development, security and resilience.

Leaders will discuss progress made with regard to ensuring peace, security, connectivity and prosperity in the South Caucasus.

In August 2025, the EU welcomed the initialling of the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty and the signing of a political declaration. This agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan marks a significant breakthrough to end decades of conflict and paves the way to lasting, sustainable peace for both countries and across the entire region.

The EU stands ready to help develop inclusive regional connectivity through investments and the full opening of communications in the region, in support of sustainable peace and stability.

The EU is Armenia's largest donor, having provided significant assistance ever since the country gained independence.

The resilience and growth plan for Armenia, worth €270 million for the period 2024-2027, aims to boost Armenia's socioeconomic reform agenda and promote regional connectivity.

The EU is also supporting Armenia with investments aimed at improving the lives of Armenian citizens and fostering economic growth and the creation of jobs.

Under the Global Gateway strategy, EU investments in Armenia are expected to reach €2.5 billion, fostering inclusive growth and connectivity.

On 21 April, the Council agreed to establish a civilian European Union partnership mission in Armenia (EUPM Armenia) under the EU's Common Security and Defence Policy. The aim of the mission, which has an initial two-year mandate, is to enhance Armenia’s resilience and ability to manage crises.

The mission will support Armenia in facing multi-layered threats, such as foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI), cyberattacks and illicit financial flows, by providing strategic advice, capacity building and operational advice. It will also feature a project cell.

EUPM is a second, separate civilian CSDP mission to Armenia. The first, the EU Mission in Armenia (EUMA), was established in 2023 and is tasked with observing and reporting on the situation on the ground, contributing to confidence building and human security in conflict-affected areas.

Furthermore, since 2024 the EU has allocated €30 million through the European Peace Facility to support the Armenian armed forces, enhance their logistical capacities and contribute to improving protection for civilians in crises and emergencies.

The Yerevan summit will be the first ever EU-Armenia bilateral summit and is expected to give new impetus to the development of the strategic partnership between the parties.