Cooperation between Armenia and the European Union in various areas, including countering hybrid threats, is ongoing and hasn't started recently, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Ani Badalyan said, commenting on a statement by EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas.
According to Kallas, Armenia has requested EU assistance in combating hybrid threats ahead of the 2026 general elections.
Badalyan emphasized that Armenia–EU cooperation aimed at strengthening Armenia’s resilience, including in countering hybrid threats, has been developing for some time. In parallel with the deepening of the partnership, various initiatives to enhance Armenia’s democratic and economic resilience are being discussed, developed and approved.
She cited the Resilience and Growth Plan, which is currently in active implementation, as well as the decision to deploy the EU mission in Armenia, as examples of this approach.
The spokesperson added that cooperation and EU support to counter potential hybrid threats, aimed at ensuring electoral processes align with democratic standards, are also part of this broader framework, drawing on the experience and tools of the EU and its member states.
Badalyan noted that several initiatives have been formed as a result of joint discussions in this area, and the public will be duly informed once relevant decisions are made.
