The United Kingdom has completely lifted its arms embargo on Azerbaijan and Armenia, according to a written statement by Minister for Europe, North America and the Overseas Territories Stephen Doughty, published on the UK Parliament’s website.
London said it welcomes progress in the peace process between the two countries, calling it “an important step toward peace and stability.”
Doughty recalled the trilateral summit held in Washington on August 8, attended by U.S. President Donald Trump, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, after which a peace treaty was initialed and a joint declaration signed.
Based on that agreement, the UK has decided to upgrade its relations with both Azerbaijan and Armenia to the level of strategic partnership in trade, security, and defense.
“Given the progress achieved, we believe the 1992 OSCE embargo is no longer relevant,” Doughty said. “The UK is fully lifting its arms embargo on Armenia and Azerbaijan. This will help strengthen security cooperation and support both nations in protecting their sovereignty and territorial integrity, including against hybrid threats.”
He added that export licenses will continue to be reviewed individually under strict criteria, and The United Kingdom will closely monitor developments in the South Caucasus, expressing hope the move will pave the way for lasting peace and prosperity in the region.
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