Armenian PM: Referendum on EU/EAEU Membership Possible After Official EU Application
Quick Look
- Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan stated that a resolution from four EAEU leaders supporting a referendum on Armenia's EU or EAEU membership is balanced.
- He clarified that such a referendum would only occur after Armenia officially applies for full EU membership.
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Why It Matters
Armenia is a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). The EAEU leaders of four member states have adopted a resolution suggesting Armenia hold a referendum on its future membership between the EAEU and the European Union (EU).
YEREVAN, June 2. /TASS/. The resolution on the need for Yerevan to hold a referendum on choosing between membership either in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) or the European Union, which was adopted by the leaders of four EAEU member states, is very balanced, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said.
At a campaign event in the Gegharkunik Province, Pashinyan was asked by a reporter about whether he had received the resolution adopted by four EAEU leaders following the May 29 meeting in the Kazakh capital of Astana. The Armenian premier answered that he had read the document.
"I have read it. The text is very balanced, and it turns out that our colleagues in the four EAEU countries support the idea of a referendum in Armenia on joining the EU. You see, until Armenia officially applies for full EU membership, there is no real ground for a referendum. No referendum will take place until it happens. But as soon as it happens, a referendum will be held," Pashinyan pointed out.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
A referendum on Armenia's choice between EAEU and EU membership will be held.
Possible · Medium term
Open Questions
- What are the specific conditions or timeline for Armenia to officially apply for full EU membership?
- What are the stances of the other EAEU member states regarding this resolution?
- What would be the implications for Armenia's current EAEU commitments if it were to apply for EU membership?
- What is the public opinion in Armenia regarding potential EU or EAEU membership?
