Pashinyan: EU accession is now on Armenia`s political agenda

ArmInfo. Following my speech in the European Parliament last year, discussions are underway in  Armenia regarding the possibility of starting the process of joining  the European Union (EU).

The Prime Minister of Armenia stated this during a meeting with Margaritis Schinas, the Vice-President of the European Commission and European Commissioner for the Protection of  the European Way of Life.

"This is not an easy issue, but it has become part of Armenia's  political agenda. Therefore, it is necessary to approach this topic  comprehensively, taking into account all the details. It will also be  important to listen to the comments and advice of our EU partners,"  the head of government added.  Pashinyan also stressed the importance  of launching visa liberalization negotiations and making a decision  on supporting the Republic of Armenia through the European Peace  Facility. He also highlighted the significance of the European  civilian mission in Armenia for maintaining peace and stability in  the region.

Margaritis Schinas, in turn, emphasized the EU's interest in  developing relations with Armenia and assisting in advancing reforms  in the country. In this regard, the Vice-President of the European  Commission expressed hope for effective cooperation with the Armenian  government in the dialogue process on visa liberalization.