Today, the Council has approved a support measure under the European Peace Facility (EPF) for the Armed Forces of the Republic of Armenia, amounting to €10 million. This marks the EU’s first decision to assist Armenia through the EPF. The objective of this assistance measure is to strengthen the logistical capabilities of the Armenian Armed Forces and contribute to better protecting civilians during crises and emergencies. Additionally, it aims to bolster Armenia’s resilience and improve the interoperability of its Armed Forces in the event of potential future participation in international military missions and operations, including those organised by the EU. Specifically, this approved assistance measure will enable the provision of a complete deployable tent camp for a battalion-sized unit.
“Security is an increasingly important element of our bilateral relations with Armenia. This European Peace Facility measure will further contribute to the country’s resilience. We have a mutual interest to further scale up our dialogue on foreign and security policy, also looking into Armenia’s future participation in EU-led missions and operations,” said Josep Borrell, High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.
The EU’s support for Armenia today is part of a partnership based on shared values, aiming to promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the region. The EU is committed to enhancing its political and economic collaboration with Armenia through the EU-Armenia Comprehensive and Enhanced Partnership Agreement, including strengthening relations in all aspects and intensifying dialogue and cooperation in foreign and security policy, as well as the common security and defence policy (CSDP). The European Peace Facility, established in March 2021, finances actions to prevent conflicts, preserve peace, and strengthen international security and stability. It enables the EU to finance initiatives to enhance third states’ and organisations’ military and defence capabilities.
