Armenia and Eurojust have officially signed a working arrangement to implement the agreement on cooperation in criminal proceedings. The signing ceremony was attended by Armenian Minister of Justice Grigor Minasyan, Prosecutor General Anna Vardapetyan, and Eurojust President Ladislav Hamran, marking a significant milestone in enhancing collaboration between Armenia’s authorities and the EU Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation.

Minister Grigor Minasyan emphasized the importance of this agreement, stating that it will elevate the fight against transnational crime to a new level. The focus of the agreement is on data sharing, ensuring that all partners meet the necessary standards for secure transmission of information.

Armenia will now have a dedicated Prosecutor for Cooperation at Eurojust, signaling a step towards closer coordination. Eurojust President Ladislav Hamran welcomed Armenia as the 14th non-EU member state to join Eurojust, opening up opportunities for increased cooperation and interaction at their headquarters in The Hague.