In March 2025, a large majority of the Armenian parliament voted in favour of starting the EU accession process. Since losing control of the disputed region of Nagorno-Karabakh to Azerbaijan, partly due to Russia's non-intervention, there has been a political distancing from the Kremlin. Armenia has increasingly turned to the West, especially on security issues, and has taken steps to take the existing partnership agreement with the EU (CEPA) to a new level. At the same time, being a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), Armenia remains heavily dependent on Russia, both economically and politically.

In the context of developments in Georgia, the peace agreement currently under discussion between Armenia and Azerbaijan, and Azerbaijan's increased strategic role since the Russian war of aggression, the EU has once again turned its attention to the South Caucasus region. Armenia plays a pivotal role here, as it seems to be emerging as a new 'island of democracy' in an increasingly autocratic environment.

The online discussion will address the following questions: To what extent are pro-European tendencies gaining popularity in Armenia? What are the goals of the Armenian government in pursuing EU accession plans, given the country's increasing security isolation and the upcoming parliamentary elections in 2026? What is the role of civil society in this context? How do young people perceive the current developments and dynamics?

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