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19 December 2025
The Cooperation Framework 2026-2030 Officially Signed
The Armenia - UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework 2026 - 2030 was officially signed by Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan, on behalf of the Government of Armenia, and UN Resident Coordinator in Armenia Françoise Jacob, on behalf of the United Nations. The signing ceremony brought together representatives of state departments and ministries of the Republic of Armenia, heads of UN agencies in Armenia, and other state institutions, underscoring the strong and continued partnership between the Government and the United Nations. In his welcoming remarks, Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan emphasized, "Our new framework of cooperation is fully consistent with the priorities of the Government and provides an opportunity to combine development policy with Armenia's peace agenda. This allows us to have a unified, coordinated and future-oriented programmatic cooperation."UN Resident Coordinator Françoise Jacob presented the key pillars and strategic direction of the Cooperation Framework, noting its significance at a pivotal moment for Armenia’s development. “We are signing this Framework of Cooperation at a crucial stage for Armenia’s development. The decisions made today will shape the country’s development path for decades to come. Our common goal is to serve the people of Armenia, especially those who are most vulnerable. 2026 will be a people-centered year, marked by developments that emphasize trust, inclusiveness, and social cohesion,” she stated.