Russia warns Armenia about risks of European integration
Armenia's integration into the EU will lead to a reduction in the export of Armenian goods by 80% and "total impoverishment of the population." This forecast was voiced by the representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry, Maria Zakharova.
"Armenian products will face higher duties, all this will lead to a sharp drop in the GDP growth rate... At the same time, it is impossible to replace Yerevan's trade turnover with the EAEU states with alternative sources even in the medium term... Some experts in Armenia claim that the West, in particular the EU, is supposedly ready to pay for everything. Listen, give me an example when they paid for everything," Zakharova added.
Today, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, speaking at a press conference, said that the country "feels good in the EAEU" and this is confirmed by the figures. At the same time, he pointed out the desire of a part of the Armenian people to shape options for the future of the country. In particular, the Armenian government recently expressed its approval of the extension of the EU mission and the draft law on launching the country's accession process to the European Union. It has been sent to parliament for adoption. Earlier, Pashinyan emphasized that Armenia's final decision on European integration should be approved by a nationwide referendum.
