Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, President of the European Council Antonio Costa, and Prime Minister of the Republic of Ireland Michael Martin made concluding statements to the media following the 8th Summit of the European Political Community.
In his speech, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan noted:
“Dear Mr. President,
Dear colleagues,
Dear friends,
Dear representatives of the media,
I have the honor to note that the 8th Summit of the European Political Community concluded its work today in Yerevan, bringing together leaders from across the world.
I want to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to the European Union for its close cooperation and partnership, including the co-organization of the Summit, and, in particular, to the two partners who have expanded the geography of this forum. I should also highlight the absence of the President of Azerbaijan and the presence of the Vice President of Turkey.
Today’s discussions have confirmed that, in the face of growing global challenges, there is a need for honest dialogue and practical solutions to promote peace and stability across regions. We have emphasized security, stability, connectivity, regional cooperation, economic resilience, energy, and the green transition.
There is no doubt that connectivity is central to economic stability, resilience, and long-term sustainability, and to strengthening connectivity and moving forward on climate and energy. We have highlighted these as shared priorities. The discussions have highlighted the importance of regional cooperation and the importance of open, integrated, and interconnected regions that will contribute to the formation of intercontinental links.
In this context, we have also addressed enhancing peace and stability. Lasting peace, normalization of relations, and opening of borders in the South Caucasus will not only benefit the region. Still, it will also strengthen ties and cooperation in the wider European space and beyond.
Of course, we also discussed today how democracies should combat hybrid threats.
Ladies and gentlemen, Armenia continues to proactively promote the creation of platforms to enhance connectivity across the wider region. This Summit reaffirms that the EPC is not only a platform for dialogue but also for building trust and implementing more coordinated, forward-looking European agendas.
I am confident that the discussions in Yerevan will extend beyond this Summit, strengthening our cooperation and mutual understanding.
I want to take this opportunity to address my good friend, the Prime Minister of Ireland, to note that his Summit will continue in his country, once again expanding this opportunity.
I also express my gratitude to the local and international media for their significant contributions to covering this extremely important event.
Finally, allow me to thank you, President Costa, for your participation in the organizational work, for nominating the Republic of Armenia’s candidacy, and for hosting this historic Summit in Yerevan. We hope that you will agree.
Many thanks.”
Within the framework of the event, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, President of the European Council Antonio Costa, and Prime Minister of the Republic of Ireland Michael Martin cancelled a stamp dedicated to the theme “8th Summit of the European Political Community in Yerevan”. The stamp, with a face value of 320 AMD, depicts the emblem dedicated to the 8th Summit of the European Political Community. At the bottom of the stamp, there is an inscription in Armenian: “EPC SUMMIT 04.05.2026 Yerevan”.
