Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexey Overchuk stated that the Eurasian Economic Union (EEU) continues to be Armenia’s most important economic partner and is expected to remain so in the foreseeable future, according to Vedomosti.
“The EEU is Armenia’s key economic partner and will remain so in the near future,” Overchuk emphasized.
He noted that Armenia is actively strengthening ties not only with Russia but also with other EEU member states, such as Kazakhstan, from which Yerevan has begun importing grain.
Commenting on Armenia’s efforts to draw closer to the European Union, Overchuk pointed out that the sides are now discussing visa liberalization and the adoption of EU standards.
Moscow, he said, is closely monitoring developments related to standards and technical regulations, as they are critical to maintaining the EEU’s common market.
“In general, the standards currently being introduced do not contradict the requirements of the EEU. When such contradictions arise, we have open discussions with our Armenian allies. They treat these concerns seriously and respond accordingly. But if contradictions persist, we will have to take measures to protect our market,” Overchuk explained.
He also remarked on the changing nature of the European Union.
“Is Armenia ready to join a military-political alliance that is currently very aggressively disposed toward Russia? Armenians should also ask themselves that question,” he said.
On December 2, 2025, following the sixth Armenia–EU Partnership Council meeting in Brussels, Armenia and the European Union signed a strategic partnership agenda. The document was signed by Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan and EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas.
