The delegation of the European Union in Armenia congratulated Yerevan on the occasion of its 2808th anniversary, emphasizing the historical and cultural heritage of the city, as well as its openness to new ideas. "Happy birthday, Yerevan. A city where history, culture and new ideas come together," says the congratulatory message published by the EU delegation. The representation emphasized that the cooperation between the European Union and Armenia is aimed at the ecological and sustainable development of the capital. Improvement of water supply, climate and energy initiatives, as well as improvement of air quality and monitoring of its pollution were identified as priority directions of partnership.