The positive development of relations between the EU and Armenia is confirmed by an increase in aid provided in the bilateral format, said Armenian Deputy PM Mher Grigoryan.

His remarks came at the Armenian parliament on Wednesday during the discussion on EU-Armenia deal.

According to Vice PM, the amount of aid provided by the action plan in 2019, in comparison with previous years, increased and amounted to EUR 65 million. Grigoryan expressed hope that the volume of support will increase this year.

Support areas for 2020 have already been provided and specified, he said adding that support is provided for strategic reform of the justice sector and the Police, which are included in the priorities list.