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world24 days ago•6 min saved

Armenia hosts EPC as Europe weighs energy security and new alliances

Armenia hosted the EPC’s eighth meeting, mixing diplomacy with substantive talks on Europe’s energy security, Ukraine support and potential EU ties. The gathering highlighted Merz’s absence and Mark Carney’s first EPC appearance, Zelenskyy’s push for faster military aid and EU membership talks, and a broader push to de-risk energy dependencies, along with a tentative UK–EU reset on Ukraine funding and the SAFE defence programme, punctuated by a brief clash over Azerbaijan’s criticism of the European Parliament.

via Euronews.com|

#armenia #energy-dependency #european-political-community

politics25 days ago•4 min saved

Armenia Hosts Global Leaders for Eighth European Political Community Summit

Leaders from nearly 50 countries, including Canada as a guest, gather in Yerevan for the eighth EPC summit to discuss unity, stability, and evolving geopolitics, while Armenia seeks closer EU ties and diversification away from Russia.

via Euronews.com|

#armenia #carney #eu

world25 days ago•16 min saved

Europe leans toward security autonomy after Trump troop pullout from Germany

At the European Political Community summit in Yerevan, EU and partner leaders view Trump's decision to draw down U.S. troops from Germany as proof that Europe must bolster its own security and defense autonomy while addressing Ukraine and other regional issues, signaling a shift toward greater strategic independence within transatlantic relations.

via AP News|

#european-political-community #european-union #security-and-defense

world25 days ago•4 min saved

Armenia hosts rare EPC gathering as Canada joins to bolster Europe’s security

European leaders and Canada gather in Yerevan for the European Political Community summit to discuss security and resilience amid a volatile US policy and Russia's war in Ukraine; Canada becomes the first non-European EPC participant, signaling closer Ottawa–Europe ties as Armenia pursues diversification between Moscow and the West, with the forum focusing on broad security challenges and regional stability.

via France 24|

#armenia #canada #european-political-community

world26 days ago•4 min saved

Global Leaders Converge in Yerevan for EPC Summit

Leaders from roughly 50 countries, including all EU members and Canada’s Mark Carney, assemble in Yerevan for the 8th European Political Community summit to discuss unity, stability and shifting geopolitics, as Armenia pursues closer EU ties while balancing relations with Russia; the gathering is co-chaired by Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan and European Council President António Costa, with Zelenskyy, Starmer, Macron and Tusk among the attendees.

via Euronews.com|

#armenia #eu-armenia-relations #european-political-community

migration2 years ago•3 min saved

European Leaders Grapple with Migration Crisis and Seek Solutions

Paris and Rome, along with other European states, have called for a deal to address migration issues. Leaders from Albania, Britain, France, Italy, the Netherlands, and the European Commission chief discussed an eight-point document aimed at finalizing an agreement during the next European Political Community summit. The document includes pledges to tackle migrant smuggling, strengthen border protection, update the legal framework, and enhance cooperation on visa policy and return operations. The discussion comes as EU member states finalize their position on new common rules for managing unexpected mass arrivals of asylum seekers. The EU has been focusing on the external dimension and striking deals with third countries to stem irregular arrivals.

via Euronews|

#asylum-seekers #border-protection #cooperation

international-relations2 years ago•8 min saved

Ukraine seeks ongoing support at Europe security summit

Leaders from 47 European countries gathered in Granada for the European Political Community (EPC) summit, where they discussed various issues including Russia's war in Ukraine, migration, and escalating tensions between countries such as Armenia and Azerbaijan and between Kosovo and Serbia. Ukraine called for continued support and assistance in fighting Russian aggression, while European leaders expressed solidarity with Ukraine and promised support. The EU also pledged increased humanitarian aid for Armenia, and efforts were made to arrange talks between the leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan. Additionally, discussions took place on EU enlargement and joint action against organized immigration crime.

via DW (English)|

#armenia #azerbaijan #european-political-community

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

Kosovo President Demands Sanctions on Serbia, Refuses Meeting

Kosovo's President Vjosa Osmani refuses to meet with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić at a summit, demanding that the EU first impose sanctions on Vučić. The European Political Community, aimed at promoting peace, is struggling to defuse conflicts between Serbia and Kosovo. Tensions between the two countries have escalated following a recent incident in which armed Serbs stormed a village in Kosovo. NATO is increasing its peacekeeping presence in northern Kosovo, and the United States has called on Serbia to deescalate its military buildup on the border. Osmani argues that supporting an aggressor will not contribute to peace and stability.

via POLITICO Europe|

#european-political-community #international-relations #kosovo

international-politics2 years ago•6 min saved

"Granada Hosts Tense Europe Security Summit"

Leaders from 47 European countries are meeting in Granada for the European Political Community (EPC) summit, where they will discuss topics such as transport, energy, and artificial intelligence, as well as address issues like Russia's war in Ukraine and migration. Tensions between EPC countries, including Armenia and Azerbaijan, and Kosovo and Serbia, are expected to dominate the meeting. The EU has pledged increased humanitarian support for Armenia, while concerns arise over US funding for Ukraine. Additionally, leaders will engage in one-on-one meetings, discuss EU enlargement, and address the challenges of migration.

via DW (English)|

#armenia #european-political-community #granada-summit

international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

European Security Summit Overshadowed by Azerbaijan's Absence

The European Political Community (EPC) summit in Granada was overshadowed by the absence of the Azerbaijani president, who refused to attend due to perceived bias from France and Germany towards Armenia. Turkey's President Erdogan also skipped the summit, weakening the EPC's ability to engage with Ankara. Hopes of calming tensions in the Caucasus were dashed as the meeting between Azerbaijan and Armenia did not take place. The agenda may now shift towards the migration crisis, with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak expected to push for tough action. The EPC will also discuss Russia's war against Ukraine.

via FRANCE 24 English|

#armenia #azerbaijan #european-political-community

politics3 years ago•4 min saved

Council of Europe Convenes Amid Putin and Macron Concerns

The Council of Europe, a pan-European institution focused on human rights, is holding its fourth summit since its creation 74 years ago. The summit is discussing a compensation mechanism for victims of the war in Ukraine, but also aims to justify its existence in a crowded marketplace of European institutions, including Emmanuel Macron's European Political Community (EPC). The Council of Europe is the oldest pan-European body, but some officials and academics question its relevance in the face of Russian aggression and the emergence of new institutions.

via POLITICO Europe|

#council-of-europe #emmanuel-macron #european-political-community