The Armenian delegation’s journey began in Estonia, where they explored the nation’s renowned e-governance and security infrastructure. Through meetings with the Information System Authority (RIA), the e-Estonia Briefing Centre, and the Cyber Tech Cluster, participants gained insights into public-private cooperation and digital forensics at TalTech. In Paris, both Moldovan and Armenian delegations visited Campus Cyber and met with key entities, including the French National Cybersecurity Agency (ANSSI) and the Cyber Booster Incubator. These exchanges provided the Armenian delegation with a comprehensive overview of the French Cybersecurity Code and the organizational structure of innovation labs, while the Moldovan delegation secured a framework for institutional support to enhance the operational capacity of its newly established National Cybersecurity Agency.
The delegations subsequently participated in the 18th edition of the International Cybersecurity Forum (InCyber/FIC) in Lille, a major European event centered on digital security and trust. Arman Khachaturyan, Deputy CEO of the Information Systems Agency of Armenia, contributed to a panel focused on building cyber resilience through the adoption of European ecosystem models. Concurrently, Michelle Iliev, State Secretary of the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization of Moldova, participated in high-level discussions alongside representatives from France, Sweden, and Ukraine. These sessions addressed critical technical dependencies in cloud computing and semiconductors, highlighting Moldova’s ongoing integration into European strategic dialogues regarding digital infrastructure and collective security.
Through these activities, both nations have advanced their respective national roadmaps for cybersecurity. The visits facilitated the establishment of professional networks between public institutions, private industry, and academia. For Armenia, the focus remained on the legal and investment frameworks necessary to sustain a secure digital economy. For Moldova, the visit resulted in concrete technical cooperation agreements, particularly regarding infrastructure architecture. By aligning with European standards and fostering bilateral partnerships, the EU4Innovation East project continues to support the development of robust and modernized cybersecurity governance in the Eastern Partnership region.
“Cybersecurity is not merely a technical challenge; it is a fundamental requirement for the stability and growth of the digital economy in the Eastern Partnership countries,” says Julien Schmitt, Director of the EU4Innovation East project. “By facilitating these exchanges with Estonia and France, we are ensuring that Armenia and Moldova can benefit from proven European governance models and technical expertise. Our goal is to move beyond knowledge sharing toward building a resilient and interconnected cyber ecosystem that secures the digital future of the region.”
