Europe must work with Armenia and the region to ensure stability – European Council President
05.05.2026,
10:08
Europe must work with Armenia and the entire region to ensure peace and stability, stated European Council President António Costa, summing up the European Political Community summit held in Yerevan.
YEREVAN, May 5. /ARKA/. Europe must work with Armenia and the entire region to ensure peace and stability, stated European Council President António Costa, summing up the European Political Community summit held in Yerevan.
"In the current geopolitical situation, it is becoming clear that our continent needs a comprehensive vision of security issues. Meeting in Armenia, in the South Caucasus, so close to the Middle East, we are reminded once again that war in Europe's neighborhood directly impacts our shared security, energy supplies, and economy," Costa said.
According to him, Armenia's hosting of the summit demonstrates its geopolitical focus.
"Armenia and the EU are walking this path together. It is for this reason that we will hold the first Armenia-EU summit tomorrow," Costa said.
He called the ENP summit held in Yerevan historic, as it marked the first time the European Political Community met in the South Caucasus.
"Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev participated via video link. This summit will be remembered as a summit of peace in the Caucasus, achieved through bold political decisions and tireless diplomatic efforts. This is a historic event in a world where escalations and wars seem to prevail. This opportunity must be celebrated," Costa said.
According to him, democratic structures and strong economic ties between neighbors are the key to lasting peace and stability.
"Therefore, the EU summit today underscores the importance of combating foreign interference in democratic processes and emphasizes the importance of connectivity to create mutually beneficial economic relations," Costa concluded.
The 8th European Political Community Summit was held at the Demirchyan Joint Concert Complex in Yerevan on Monday. It was attended by approximately 50 leaders of EU member states, other European countries, and heads of international organizations. The main theme of the summit is "Building the Future: Unity and Stability in Europe."
"In the current geopolitical situation, it is becoming clear that our continent needs a comprehensive vision of security issues. Meeting in Armenia, in the South Caucasus, so close to the Middle East, we are reminded once again that war in Europe's neighborhood directly impacts our shared security, energy supplies, and economy," Costa said.
According to him, Armenia's hosting of the summit demonstrates its geopolitical focus.
"Armenia and the EU are walking this path together. It is for this reason that we will hold the first Armenia-EU summit tomorrow," Costa said.
He called the ENP summit held in Yerevan historic, as it marked the first time the European Political Community met in the South Caucasus.
"Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev participated via video link. This summit will be remembered as a summit of peace in the Caucasus, achieved through bold political decisions and tireless diplomatic efforts. This is a historic event in a world where escalations and wars seem to prevail. This opportunity must be celebrated," Costa said.
According to him, democratic structures and strong economic ties between neighbors are the key to lasting peace and stability.
"Therefore, the EU summit today underscores the importance of combating foreign interference in democratic processes and emphasizes the importance of connectivity to create mutually beneficial economic relations," Costa concluded.
The 8th European Political Community Summit was held at the Demirchyan Joint Concert Complex in Yerevan on Monday. It was attended by approximately 50 leaders of EU member states, other European countries, and heads of international organizations. The main theme of the summit is "Building the Future: Unity and Stability in Europe."
