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EU Commissioner Makes Jam From Armenian Apricots, Calls on Europeans to Support Armenian Farmers
EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos has turned Armenian apricots into homemade jam after bringing a basket of the fruit back to Brussels following her visit to Armenia last week, using the finished jars to spotlight Armenia’s growing ties with the European Union and encourage Europeans to support Armenian farmers. In an Instagram post, Kos said she returned from Armenia with a large basket of apricots. Some were given to friends, while the rest were made into jam. “This
Armenia’s First Symbolic Shipment of Apricots Arrives in EU as Yerevan Pushes to Diversify Exports Beyond Russia
The first symbolic shipment of Armenian apricots has arrived in the European Union — a major milestone in Armenia’s efforts to diversify its exports and strengthen economic ties with Europe. The announcement was made by EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos, who shared a photo on X alongside Armenian Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure Davit Khudatyan holding Armenian apricots. “Thank you to Armenia’s Minister of Territorial Administration and Infras
The Armenian Report Team
Jun 23
EU Preparing Emergency Trade Measures to Help Armenia Weather Russian Import Restrictions
The European Union is preparing emergency trade measures to support Armenia as the country faces growing economic pressure from Russian import restrictions, according to a report by the Financial Times. The proposed package, currently being developed by the European Commission, would lower tariffs on Armenian food and agricultural exports entering EU markets, helping Armenian producers diversify their trade opportunities and reduce dependence on Russia. According to the Finan
The Armenian Report Team
Jun 17
EU Leaders Praise Pashinyan at Yerevan Summit as Armenia’s Opposition Warns of Election Meddling Ahead of June Vote
The leaders of the European Union met with Armenia’s leadership in Yerevan on Tuesday, where they expressed strong support for closer cooperation but did not promise that Armenia would become a member of the EU in the future. The meeting took place during the first-ever EU-Armenia Summit, held in the Armenian capital one day after a wider European Political Community gathering that brought together dozens of European leaders. European Council President Antonio Costa and Europ
EU Leaders Respond to Question on National Identity and Globalism at EPC Summit in Yerevan
European leaders offered varying responses when asked whether strong national identity can coexist with globalism, as they arrived for the European Political Community (EPC) Summit in Armenia’s capital. The question, posed by The Armenian Report during leaders’ arrivals, came as heads of state and government entered the venue for the high-level gathering. Emmanuel Macron did not respond and continued inside the building without comment. Micheál Martin briefly addressed the qu
Armenian Government Asks EU to Deploy Team Ahead of Elections, Raising Concerns of Foreign Meddling
The European Union is preparing to support Armenia ahead of its parliamentary elections scheduled for June 2026. The focus is on preventing possible Russian interference and protecting the integrity of the election process. According to a letter obtained by Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, Armenia’s Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan sent a request to Brussels on February 13 asking for the deployment of a “hybrid rapid response team” to Yerevan. The team would work to counter
The Armenian Report Team
Feb 24
EU Approves About $24 Million in New Military Aid for Armenia After Hungary Lifts Months-Long Block
The European Union has approved a new package of non-lethal military assistance for Armenia worth about $24 million under the European Peace Facility, according to a report by Radio Free Europe that cited sources in Brussels. The decision ends months of delay caused by objections from Hungary, which had blocked the measure since it was first proposed in March. Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó confirmed earlier this year that Budapest was preventing the approval of t
The Armenian Report Team
Jan 29
Armenia to Receive €5 Million from EU for Nuclear Safety and Defense Projects
Armenia will receive €5 million ($5.8 million) in financial support for improving nuclear safety and strengthening defense systems in the country. The funding was announced by Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure Davit Khudatyan during a Cabinet meeting on Thursday. The funds will come through a new agreement between the Armenian government and the European Commission, which focuses on enhancing nuclear safety and radiation protection measures. Khudatyan
The Armenian Report Team
Oct 30, 2025
Armenia Adopts EU Construction Standards to Build a Healthier Future
Armenia is taking new steps to improve public health and safety by aligning its construction rules with the standards used in the...
The Armenian Report Team
Jul 25, 2025
EU’s Top Diplomat Arrives in Yerevan with a Bold Message: Europe Stands with Armenia
The relationship between Armenia and the European Union reached a new level this week as Kaja Kallas, Vice-President of the European...
The Armenian Report Team
Jun 30, 2025
Opposition Demands Criminal Case Against PM Pashinyan for Alleged Complicity in Ethnic Cleansing
Protests erupted today as opposition groups in Armenia gathered outside the General Prosecutor's Office, calling for a criminal case to...
The Armenian Report Team
Oct 9, 2024
LIVE: Armenia Hosts Yerevan Dialogue International Conference
Yerevan is set to host a high-level political dialogue from September 9 to September 11, 2024. The conference, known as the Yerevan...
The Armenian Report Team
Sep 9, 2024
Armenia Set to Approve Historic Border Agreement: Key Regulation to Be Sent to Constitutional Court
Armenia is set to take a major step in its ongoing efforts to resolve border disputes with neighboring Azerbaijan. On Thursday, the...
The Armenian Report Team
Sep 4, 2024
Armenian Public Opinion Shifts: Support for NATO Grows While CSTO Declines, New Poll Shows
Recent polling data reveals a major shift in Armenian public opinion regarding the country's membership in international organizations....
The Armenian Report Team
Jul 10, 2024
World Bank Approves $110 Million Loan for Armenia’s Universal Health Coverage Program
The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved a loan of $110 million (equivalent to EUR 102 million) to support Armenia’s...
The Armenian Report Team
Jul 1, 2024
Moscow Threatens Economic Fallout if Armenia Pursues EU Membership; Russian Deputy PM Warns of Consequences
Armenia will lose tariff-free access to the Russian market and other economic benefits granted by Moscow if it pursues European Union...
The Armenian Report Team
Jun 25, 2024
Armenia Proposes Joint Investigations of Ceasefire Violations; Azerbaijan Unlikely to Accept
Armenia has suggested joint investigations into alleged ceasefire violations on the Armenian-Azerbaijani border, just days after accusing...
The Armenian Report Team
Jun 24, 2024
USA and EU Reaffirm Support for Armenia’s Sovereignty, Democracy, Territorial Integrity, and Socio-Economic Resilience
Nikol Pashinyan, Antony Blinken, Ursula von der Leyen issue joint statement. A press release was issued regarding the high-level joint...
The Armenian Report Team
Apr 5, 2024
Azerbaijan Accuses Armenia of Troop Buildup Amid Rising Military Tensions; Armenia's Defense Ministry and EU Monitors Deny Claims
Azerbaijan accuses Armenia of troop buildup along the border. However, both Armenia and EU monitors dismiss these allegations, affirming...
The Armenian Report Team
Apr 1, 2024
Armenia Grants EU Monitors Diplomatic Immunity
In a move to bolster security cooperation with the European Union (EU), Armenia's parliament has endorsed a decision to provide members...
The Armenian Report Team
Mar 20, 2024
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