FAO and Armenia Launch New Country Programming Framework for 2026–2030 to Accelerate Agrifood Systems Transformation

The CPF 2026- 20230 is aligned with national development priorities and the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2026–2030, reinforcing coordinated UN support. Developed through inclusive consultations with national and international stakeholders, the framework outlines a shared vision for a resilient, inclusive, productive and sustainable agrifood system, structured around five interconnected strategic outputs.

Through the CPF, FAO will provide technical expertise, policy support and convening capacity to advance agrifood transformation. Priority areas include sustainable agriculture and resilient value chains, land consolidation and efficient resource use, climate-smart agriculture and ecosystem restoration, digital transformation, disaster risk reduction and anticipatory action, forestry development and land restoration, as well as inclusive rural economic development with a focus on women and youth.

The signing ceremony featured official statements by Minister Papoyan, and FAO Representative Raimund Jehle.

Opening the event, Papoyan emphasized the Government’s commitment to advancing the sector, stating: “Today’s signing marks a significant step forward in Armenia’s efforts to modernize its agrifood sector and strengthen rural development. Through this partnership with FAO, we are reinforcing our commitment to building a more resilient, competitive, and inclusive agricultural system that delivers tangible benefits for our rural communities.”

In his short statement Jehle highlighted FAO’s role in strengthening national capacities and promoting inclusive, evidence-based approaches, noting: “The CPF 2026–2030 reflects FAO’s commitment to supporting Armenia through strengthened capacities, knowledge exchange and technical expertise. By advancing data-driven decision-making, fostering innovation, and ensuring that gender equality and the empowerment of women are systematically integrated across interventions, we aim to support more inclusive, effective and sustainable agrifood systems that leave no one behind.”

The CPF is expected to serve as a catalyst for enhanced coordination, stronger institutional coherence and sustained investment across the agrifood sector, contributing to more effective implementation of national priorities. Through its implementation, it will support the gradual scaling of integrated and evidence-based approaches, thereby reinforcing Armenia’s long-term pathway towards resilient, inclusive and sustainable agrifood systems transformation.