Ecorys nastavlja podržavati reformu pravosuđa u Armeniji u ključnom trenutku za partnerstvo s EU

EU extends justice reform support in Armenia at a pivotal political moment, reinforcing rule of law, economic resilience, and alignment with EU standards and partnership priorities.

The European Union’s Support to Justice Sector Reforms in Armenia – Phase II (Complementary Support) project has been extended until October 2026!

This extension comes at a pivotal moment for the country. The parliamentary elections of June 2026 marked a renewed commitment to democratic governance, peaceful political participation, and alignment with European values, following the adoption “Law on Launching Armenia’s EU accession process” earlier in March 2025. At the same time, Armenia relations are entering a new phase of deepening partnership, reflected in the first-ever EU–Armenia Summit (May 2026), and the adoption of a new joint Strategic Agenda. The latter emphasis strategic investments under the Global Gateway and support for initiatives such as the “Crossroads of Peace” to improve regional interconnections, boost economic resilience and open new opportunities for trade and mobility. The importance of mobility is also testified by the ongoing visa liberalisation dialogue, and the signature of the related Action Plan in November 2025, entailing strengthened cooperation in the fields of security, crisis management, hybrid threats and cyber resilience.

The EUR 270 Resilience and Growth Plan continue to advance Armenia’s socio economic reform agenda and will be complemented by the recently announced muti-sector budget support for the period 2026-2028. In this evolving context, justice sector reform remains a cornerstone of Armenia’s reform agenda and of its partnership with the European Union. A predictable and independent judiciary reduces legal uncertainty and creates a more favourable environment for both domestic and foreign investment. Progress under the visa liberalisation dialogue, as well as cooperation on security, crisis management, and hybrid threats, relies on robust legal frameworks and institutional capacity to uphold standards related to border management, anti-corruption, and fundamental rights.

To support these ambitions, in the following months the project will particularly focus on meeting the rigours benchmarks of the Visa Liberalisation Action Plan and the Strategic Agenda, notably by:

• Supporting the development of the new Justice Strategy, particularly the Anti-Corruption Pillar, through the development of the Logframe and Indicator based on the new Strategy Development Guidelines;
• Ensuring alignment and harmonisation across the Five Pillars of the New Justice Strategy;
• Enhancing the use of out-of-court settlements, mediation, and arbitration, by providing particular targeted support to the Arbitration and Mediation Centre of Armenia;
• Supporting the drafting of anti-corruption-related by-laws, particularly regarding the institutional framework for whistle-blowing and asset management;
• Consolidating the legal and institutional framework for asset recovery and enhancing the operational management and cooperation.

Ecorys’ ongoing presence in Armenia underscores its role as a reliable partner in times of both continuity and change. At a moment when the country is reaffirming its democratic path and strengthening its partnership with the European Union, the project demonstrates how targeted, long-term support can help translate political ambition into lasting institutional progress.