This project aims to support Armenian authorities to further advance the reform of the judicial system by strengthening its independence, accountability and professionalism. It also aims to aid Armenian authorities to ensure effective implementation of the new criminal justice legislation in line with European human rights standards.

This project is implemented within the third Phase of the joint programme of the European Union and the Council of Europe “Partnership for Good Governance” running from 2023 until 2027. It builds on the results of the previous phases of the Partnership for Good Governance in the field of strengthening justice (Phase I 2015-2018 and Phase II 2019-2023).

With the overall goal to ensure that citizens in Armenia enjoy their rights in line with European standards and benefit from accountable and professional justice system, the main objectives of the project are:

• Advance the reform of the judicial system by strengthening its independence, accountability, and professionalism
• Ensure effective implementation of the new criminal justice legislation in line with European human rights standards.

1. National authorities have the necessary capacity and tools to implement the Judicial and Legal Reforms Strategy for 2022-2026 in line with European standards and best practices.
2. National authorities align legal framework and policies on judicial independence, impartiality, and accountability with Council of Europe standards.
3. Judicial self-governing bodies’ and courts' capacity is enhanced to act in a professional, transparent, and accountable manner.
4. Capacity of the criminal justice stakeholders is strengthened to ensure effective implementation of new criminal justice legislation through harmonised policies, institutional and legal frameworks, and implementation practices.