47 percent of respondents believe Armenia is generally moving in the right direction: IHR

A nationwide public opinion survey conducted by the International Republican Institute’s (IRI) Center for Insights in Survey Research indicates that Armenians increasingly prioritize peace and stability and show strong support for closer ties with the European Union.

The poll, conducted between February 3 and 13, 2026, among 1,506 respondents across Armenia, suggests a shift in public concerns away from security issues toward economic priorities. The survey used telephone interviews and has a margin of error of ±2.5 percent.

According to the survey, the share of Armenians who identify national security and border issues as the country’s main problem has dropped significantly. In February 2026, 21 percent of respondents cited security and border concerns as the top issue, compared with 44 percent in June 2025.

The findings suggest that public perceptions of stability have improved following recent diplomatic developments.

“Armenians have clearly prioritized peace and stability,” said Stephen Nix, Senior Director for Europe and Eurasia at IRI. “They now expect their government to prioritize and deliver on economic progress.”

Economic concerns remain prominent. Unemployment, the cost of living, and low wages were among the most frequently cited challenges facing the country.

47 percent of respondents believe Armenia is generally moving in the right direction: IHR

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