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Dialogue and peace mediation
A Country in TransitionArmenia Chooses Its Path
Armenia stands at a decisive crossroads. The peace process with Azerbaijan, the normalization of relations with Turkey, and the extensive reforms currently underway could shape Armenia for many years to come.
FBA's work with ArmeniaA Country in TransitionArmenia Chooses Its Path
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Ukraine is reforming its military regulations amid war
Ukraine is reforming its defence sector while the war is ongoing. When FBA met with Ukrainian partners in Kyiv in May, one question kept returning – a question central to the country’s long-term resilience: how can Ukraine build a defence sector that protects the people within it?
European seconding agencies call for strengthened guidance on Youth, Peace and Security in civilian CSDP missions
Civilian Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP) missions are increasingly engaging young people in their work, but the Youth, Peace and Security (YPS) agenda is not yet consistently integrated into mission planning, reporting and evaluation. Following joint expert discussions in 2025, three European seconding agencies highlight the need for clearer operational guidance to support missions in turning policy commitments into practice.
FBA Helps Strengthen Protection Against Election Interference in Armenia
As Armenia prepares for its parliamentary elections on 7 June 2026, the Folke Bernadotte Academy (FBA) is working with Armenian authorities and civil society organizations to safeguard the integrity of the electoral process and strengthen resilience against election interference.