Yerevan:Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced that a peace agreement with Azerbaijan, initially reached in 2025, could be finalized by 2027-2028. This development follows the initialing of an agreement and the signing of a joint declaration with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and former U.S. President Donald Trump at a summit aimed at ending longstanding hostilities.
According to Anadolu Agency – English, Pashinyan emphasized the importance of continued collaboration with Azerbaijan and highlighted the significance of the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP). This project aims to establish a transit corridor linking Azerbaijan with its Nakhchivan exclave via southern Armenia.
Pashinyan also mentioned the possibility of snap parliamentary elections to introduce a new Constitution. He intends to release a draft soon, engage in discussions, and present it to parliament. The Prime Minister seeks to gain support from opposition parties on this matter, considering it crucial for the continuity of the Armenian state.
Furthermore, Pashinyan noted progress on the TRIPP project during a visit to Syunik province. He stated that they are finalizing the establishment of a development company to carry out the project, emphasizing Armenia's contribution to its implementation.