The largest international event ever hosted in Armenia.

5 May 2026

OBCT

Yerevan hosted the European Political Cooperation summit, highlighting Armenia’s growing ties with Europe amid regional complexities.

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Yerevan hosted the eighth European Political Cooperation (EPC) summit on May 4th, which was notable for also including an unprecedented EU-Armenia summit and several new partnerships, signaling closer ties between Armenia and Europe. The EPC summit, which convenes biennially, focused on themes like democratic resilience, continental connections, and energy and economic security. The event was significant for Armenia, which faces upcoming parliamentary elections and has navigated complex geopolitical challenges. The summit was the largest international event hosted by Armenia, drawing participation from 48 countries, including EU members, non-EU European nations, and Canada. The event highlighted Armenia’s growing alignment with Europe, further cemented by a new strategic partnership agreement with France. Overall, the summit provided significant international legitimacy for the Armenian government, confirmed the country’s distancing from Russia, and was deemed a historic milestone in Armenia’s journey toward closer ties with the European family.

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