Maia Sandu meets Sergio Mattarella in Rome: support for EU integration

Italy strongly supports the Republic of Moldova's European journey and remains a dependable partner in its efforts to join the European Union. This message was reinforced during an official meeting between President Maia Sandu and her Italian counterpart, Sergio Mattarella, at the Quirinale Palace in Rome, the official residence of the Italian president.

Moldova is ready to begin EU accession talks, MEP Dan Barna

The Republic of Moldova is ready to begin negotiations with the European Commission, and the technical aspects are well understood. The progress made has been recognized, according to MEP Dan Barna (USR), a member of the European Parliament's Foreign Policy Committee (AFET), who spoke to Agerpres on Wednesday in Strasbourg.

Moldova appoints a new ambassador to the Kingdom of Sweden

The former ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to the United States and Mexico, Viorel Ursu, will head our diplomatic mission in Sweden.

Romania bans Schengen entry for Chisinau mayor

Ion Ceban, the mayor of Chisinau, was banned from entering Romania and the entire schengen area for five years. This information was officially confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAE) in Bucharest. In response, Ion Ceban stated, "What we see in the public space is a political scheming from Maia Sandu and her regime, the PAS regime."

New prosecutor general may be appointed by late August

The Republic of Moldova may have a new Prosecutor General by the end of August, if the selection process follows the legislation, Justice Minister Veronica Mihailov-Moraru announced after the Government meeting on July 9.

Fugitive oligarch Ilan Shor challenges Moldovan law

The participation of convicted Moldovan MP Irina Lozovan at the "Victoria" bloc's congress, held on July 6 in Moscow and organized by fugitive oligarch Ilan Shor, is a clear act of defiance against the Moldovan justice system, asserts security policy expert Andrei

Moldova boosts defense with €197M EU support

The European Union has provided a total of €197 million in support to the Republic of Moldova for the modernization of its defense system, channeled through the European Peace Facility (EPF).

Moldova Summit: EU anchors future in Chisinau

Holding an EU summit in the capital of a candidate country is uncommon. Summits of the leaders of the 27 EU member states usually take place in Brussels, the EU's de facto capital, or, occasionally, in the country holding the rotating EU presidency, currently Denmark.

Key reforms & debates: Moldova's 2021-2025 Parliament

The Moldovan Parliament's current term, ending on July 11, 2025, has been remarkably productive in terms of legislation, but also heavily criticized.

New Moldovan embassy in Astana: Strengthening regional bonds

The Republic of Moldova officially opened its embassy in Kazakhstan on July 2, 2025, at a ceremony held in Astana.

Moldova's EU path: Danish Presidency pledges key support

Denmark assumed the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union on July 1, and the Republic of Moldova is counting on new momentum in its European journey.

NATO boosts Moldova's stability via defense, Ukraine aid

Increased NATO defense spending and the alliance's commitment to Ukraine also bring greater stability for Moldova, says Valeriu Mija, State Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA).