Armenia and Germany Seal Historic Partnership in Trade and Security
Armenia and Germany have signed a joint declaration to strengthen their strategic partnership. The agreement covers cooperation in politics, trade, security, and development. Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan described the visit as 'truly historic' as ties between the two nations deepen.
The declaration was signed on Tuesday during a high-level meeting in Yerevan. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and President Frank-Walter Steinmeier both emphasised their country’s commitment to expanding relations with Armenia. Steinmeier reaffirmed Germany’s readiness to work closely with Armenia across multiple sectors.
Pashinyan highlighted opportunities for German involvement in Armenia’s infrastructure projects, including the Crossroads of Peace and the Trump Route initiatives. He also announced that the Armenian-American firm TRIPP Company would begin developing key infrastructure as early as next year.
Merz praised Armenia’s recent reforms, noting they had made the country more attractive to German investors. Small and medium-sized German businesses, in particular, are showing growing interest in sectors such as machinery, IT, energy, and logistics. The chancellor also commended Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev for their peace agreement, calling it a 'great achievement'.
Armenia’s strategic location as a trade bridge between Asia and Europe, combined with its push for EU integration and improved governance, has further boosted investor confidence. The country is focusing on digital innovation, transport upgrades, and legal reforms to create a stable business environment.
The joint declaration sets out a clear roadmap for future collaboration between Armenia and Germany. German companies are now exploring investments in key Armenian industries, while infrastructure projects move forward. The agreement marks a new phase in bilateral relations, with both sides committing to long-term economic and political cooperation.
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