Below is a brief update following the first day of the Vice President of the United States’ official visit to Armenia on February 9, 2026. The meetings in Yerevan produced several announcements on U.S.–Armenia relations in the areas of energy, defense cooperation, and regional diplomacy.
Civil Nuclear Energy Cooperation
The United States and Armenia completed negotiations on a peaceful civil nuclear cooperation (“123”) agreement, enabling U.S. companies to participate in Armenia’s civilian nuclear energy sector.
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“Tonight marks a new beginning for Armenia and the United States and the partnership that our countries can have together.”
The agreement could lead to:
- up to $5 billion in initial U.S. exports, and
- approximately $4 billion in long-term fuel and maintenance support
“Our nations have completed negotiations on a 123 civil nuclear cooperation agreement… paving the way for American and Armenian companies to strike deals on civil nuclear projects.”
Defense Cooperation
The United States also confirmed an $11 million Foreign Military Sales package tied to Armenia’s acquisition of U.S. V-BAT surveillance drones.
“The very best way to ensure peace is to establish real deterrence… we are announcing a major sale of military technology — $11 million in surveillance drone technology.”
Economic & Technology Engagement
The Vice President’s visit included discussion of expanded cooperation in advanced technology, investment, and infrastructure.
“Chips that simply do not exist in most countries of the world… and the data centers using those chips are going to be built.”
Regional Diplomacy
The Vice President also addressed regional economic connectivity and ongoing Armenia-Azerbaijan peace discussions. Prime Minister Pashinyan accepted an invitation to a U.S.-hosted peace meeting scheduled for February 19.
Cultural Remarks
“This is one of the oldest Christian countries in the entire world; a true bedrock of Christian civilization and culture.”
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