Month: May 2025

As part of the ongoing Yerevan Dialogue, the panel “Transatlantic Turmoil: Europe’s Future Amidst American Ambivalence” takes place on May 26, addressing Europe’s evolving place in a world marked by shifting US priorities. The discussion focuses on how the European Union responds to growing uncertainty across the Atlantic, while seeking greater strategic autonomy and resilience. Key issues include security, energy, and the future of the transatlantic partnership.

The panel features Dimitris Skalkos, Secretary General for International Economic Affairs at the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Areg Kochinyan, President, Research Center on Security Policy NGO, Armenia. They share their perspectives on Europe’s strategic recalibration, its internal challenges, and the broader implications of American ambivalence for global stability. The conversation draws on both institutional experience and regional insight.

This dialogue provides a space for honest reflection and forward-looking thinking. It highlights the need for unity, clarity of vision, and political maturity as Europe redefines its global role. Through open discussion, Yerevan becomes a platform for addressing shared concerns at a critical geopolitical moment.

As part of the Yerevan Dialogue, Armenia is hosting a focused discussion on the Parliamentary Dimension of the Crossroads of Peace. The event brings together lawmakers, experts, and international partners to explore how democratic institutions can contribute to sustainable peace and development in the region. Parliamentary diplomacy, based on openness and accountability, is highlighted as a vital tool for trust-building and cooperation. This initiative aligns with Armenia’s vision for a peaceful and connected South Caucasus.

The Crossroads of Peace is a comprehensive proposal by Armenia to promote regional connectivity without preconditions or exclusions. Its parliamentary dimension underlines the importance of dialogue among elected representatives, who serve as a bridge between people and policy. By reinforcing democratic legitimacy and transparency, parliaments can play a decisive role in transforming conflict into cooperation. The dialogue also addresses human rights, rule of law, and the responsibility of political leadership.

This format aims to generate constructive momentum through democratic dialogue. It recognizes that security and prosperity are not outcomes of force, but of trust, inclusion, and shared values. The Yerevan Dialogue continues to serve as a platform for bringing voices together and shaping a peaceful future through democratic means.

On May 26, within the frames of the “Yerevan Dialogue” international forum, a panel discussion titled “The EU’s Involvement in the Eastern Neighborhood” was held with the participation of Arman Yeghoyan, Chair of the Standing Committee on European Integration of the National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia, and high-ranking officials from various partner countries.

The discussion focused on the European Union’s strategic role in promoting stability, democratic governance, and economic development in the Eastern Partnership region. Arman Yeghoyan emphasized the importance of aligning national reforms with EU standards, highlighting that Armenia views its relationship with the EU as a cornerstone of its modernization and foreign policy agenda. Panelists also touched upon challenges such as geopolitical tensions, disinformation, and the need for enhanced regional connectivity.

The panel concluded with a shared understanding that deeper cooperation between the EU and its Eastern partners is essential for building resilient societies. Participants stressed the importance of people-to-people contacts, youth engagement, and institutional partnerships to ensure that integration is inclusive and sustainable. The discussion reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to standing by its neighbors in the face of both challenges and opportunities.

At the Yerevan Dialogue 2025 international forum, a high-level panel explored the South Caucasus region’s emerging role as a bridge for trade, diplomacy, and sustainable development. The discussion, titled “South Caucasus as a Strategic Hub: Challenges and Opportunities for Trade and Connectivity,” brought together leading voices from government, academia, and international institutions.

Panelists, including Armen Grigoryan (Secretary of the Security Council of Armenia), Lazăr Comănescu (Secretary General of BSEC), Saeed Khatibzadeh (Deputy FM of Iran), Joshua Kucera (Crisis Group), and Eleonora Tafuro Ambrosetti (ISPI, Italy), discussed how integrated infrastructure and cooperation can unlock the region’s full potential. Moderator Anahide Pilibossian (APRI Armenia) guided the conversation toward practical solutions for long-term regional resilience.

Special attention was given to the Government of Armenia’s “Crossroads of Peace” initiative, presented as a transformative platform for regional connectivity built on principles of reciprocity, peace, and stability. Speakers concluded that interdependence—not isolation—is the key to withstanding global shocks, including climate-related threats, and called for a shift from short-term geopolitical competition to sustainable planning and cooperation.