BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 5. The participation of
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev in the European Political
Community (EPC) Summit reflects a new atmosphere between Armenia
and Azerbaijan, President of the European Council António Costa
said at a press conference following the EU–Armenia summit in
Yerevan, Trend
reports.
Costa said the EPC Summit and the first-ever EU–Armenia summit
marked important milestones in regional engagement and
dialogue.
He noted that the broader process reflects growing momentum
toward stability and cooperation in the South Caucasus.
“The participation of President Ilham Aliyev in the European
Political Community summit yesterday is a testimony of the new
atmosphere between your two countries,” Costa said.
He stressed that a stable and prosperous South Caucasus is
essential for long-term regional development and peace.
“A stable and prosperous South Caucasus is the bedrock of
Armenia’s future, and the European Union will continue to support
the regional peace and normalisation processes,” he said.
Costa also emphasized the EU’s role as a long-term partner in
fostering connectivity and economic development.
“Through stronger transport, energy and digital connections, we
can foster trust, create jobs and bring neighbours closer together
through shared prosperity — the most effective foundation for
lasting peace,” he noted.
