Armenia and Azerbaijan Take a Step Toward Each Other on the European Stage
Amid years of tension between Armenia and Azerbaijan, a truly encouraging sign has emerged: Baku and Yerevan have mutually supported each other’s bids to host summits of the European Political Community (EPC). This was announced by Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan in a statement on social media platform X.
"I also welcome the decision to hold the EPC summit in Azerbaijan in 2028. It is important to emphasize that Armenia and Azerbaijan mutually supported each other’s candidacies to host the EPC," Pashinyan noted.
This diplomatic agreement can confidently be called a symbolic step toward normalizing relations between the two countries, which have experienced multiple conflicts and clashes in the past. In a context where mutual trust is still being rebuilt, such a gesture appears as a significant act of political maturity and a shared commitment to European dialogue.
Earlier, President of the European Council António Costa announced the list of countries that will host upcoming EPC summits. Armenia is set to host the 8th summit in the spring of 2026, while Azerbaijan will hold the event in the first half of 2028. It’s worth noting that the summits are held twice a year: the May meeting took place in Tirana, and the next one is scheduled for October 2025 in Copenhagen.
Given the complex geopolitical situation in the region, any news of cooperation between Yerevan and Baku stands out as a rare but powerful beacon of hope. Their mutual support at such an important international forum may not only strengthen both countries’ positions in Europe but could also serve as the starting point for a new chapter in peaceful dialogue.


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