‘The spirit of the Velvet Revolution you led in 2018 is alive’ – top EU officials congratulate Pashinyan

“The people of Armenia have voted for a future built on peace, stability and stronger cooperation with their neighbours and the world,” European Council President António Costa said on X, congratulating Nikol Pashinyan on his electoral victory.

According to the Central Electoral Commission of Armenia, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s Civil Contract party has won the parliamentary elections, garnering 49.81% of the vote.

“You can be proud of your role in strengthening Armenia’s resilience, stability, and prosperity,” Costa said on X. “Together, the EU and Armenia are building stronger links between people and creating new opportunities in energy, trade, and digitalisation. Our strong partnership is an investment in a more peaceful and prosperous future for the region as a whole.”

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen also commented on the results of the election in Armenia: “The spirit of the Velvet Revolution you led in 2018 is alive and well. We deeply value our partnership with a democratic Armenia that is drawing ever closer to Europe.” 

“Armenia can count on us,” von der Leyen said on X.

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