05/06/2026
Statement by the Eastern Partnership Civil Society Forum (EaP CSF) Armenian National Platform Regarding the Upcoming Parliamentary Elections in Armenia on June 7
June 4, 2026, Yerevan
The Republic of Armenia stands before a historic choice amidst severe security, democratic, and institutional challenges, as well as growing and diverse external threats. Russia's continuous policy of influence, destabilization, and interference, including political, economic, and informational tools, blackmail, and intimidation, threatens Armenia's sovereignty, democratic development, and its future of European integration.
Under these circumstances, the upcoming elections are not merely a political process, but a strategic choice concerning Armenia’s statehood, sovereignty, and democratic direction.
We, the members of the EaP CSF Armenian National Platform, call upon all political forces participating in the elections to publicly commit to the following principles:
Conducting free, fair, transparent, and competitive elections by excluding the abuse of administrative resources, violence, hate speech, vote-buying, and pressure on voters.
Advancing Armenia's European integration, including the intention to submit an application for EU membership, and revising Armenia's foreign and security policy to withdraw from the CSTO (Collective Security Treaty Organization) and the Eurasian Economic Union.
Ensuring the continuity of the peace agenda and the normalization of Armenian-Azerbaijani and Armenian-Turkish relations based on Armenia's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and a dignified, law-based peace.
Guaranteeing the protection of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law, including support for the development of civil society and the adoption of a comprehensive Law on Equality.
Implementing effective reforms in the justice sector to restore public trust in the judicial and law enforcement authorities.
Strengthening the fight against corruption by reinforcing the independence of anti-corruption institutions, increasing transparency, and ensuring the effective investigation of high-level corruption cases.
We also call on the citizens of Armenia to actively participate in the elections and, through their civic engagement, contribute to the strengthening of democracy, sovereignty, and accountable governance.
The future of Armenia must be built on democracy, peace, respect for human rights, sovereignty, and universal values. Political forces are duty-bound to present clear positions and public commitments to ensure a secure and dignified future for the Republic of Armenia.
