Armenian Government Ratifies 'Council of Peace' Charter

The government has approved the draft law on the ratification of the 'Council of Peace' charter. The proposal aims to ratify the charter of the Council of Peace, which will come into force the day after its official publication upon the law’s adoption.

According to the justification, the Charter of the Council of Peace was signed by the Republic of Armenia on January 22, 2026. Numerous other countries have also signed the charter, including the United States, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Qatar, and Turkey.

It is noted that the Council of Peace is an international organization primarily aimed at promoting stability and ensuring peace in areas affected by conflicts. The organization plans to develop and disseminate best practices for peace establishment within the framework of international law.

The Ministry of Finance estimates that the charter also entails financial obligations for Armenia, which may lead to increased public budget expenditures. At the same time, the Ministry of Justice has stated that the document does not contradict existing legislation and is subject to ratification in accordance with the procedures established by the Constitution.

According to the Ministry of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure, there are no provisions in the charter that create property obligations for Armenia. Considering the aforementioned, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has deemed it advisable for the National Assembly to ratify the charter.

The Council of Peace was established in 2026 under the presidency of U.S. President Donald Trump. The council's website states that it seeks to promote stability, restore reliable and lawful governance, and ensure lasting peace in areas affected by conflict or under threat.