Eugen Tomac on Radio Moldova: EU seeks to advance relations with Moldova

The commencement of technical negotiations on the first three clusters signals that the Republic of Moldova is making progress towards its goal of joining the European Union (EU), provided it continues to uphold the necessary pace of reforms. Romanian MEP Eugen Tomac expressed these views during the "Zi de Zi" show on Radio Moldova.

Brussels' strategy for the Republic of Moldova: political decision after technical reforms, experts

The Republic of Moldova is committed to continuing its European journey by implementing technical reforms and utilizing diplomatic efforts. This approach aims to create favorable conditions for a positive political decision from European Union (EU) member states. Corneliu Coteț, an expert from the "Europuls" Center, asserts that Brussels' strategy— which does not anticipate the opening of negotiation clusters with Moldova by the end of the year, despite recent comments from European leaders— is a calculated and "unique" approach in a "very complicated geopolitical context."

Moldova gains energy security via new vertical gas corridor

The European Union (EU) is embarking on an ambitious phase of EU Energy Modernization, a colossal effort estimated at €1.2 trillion by 2040.

EU Council approves €1.5 billion defence program, boosting support for Moldova and Ukraine

On December 8, the Council of the European Union approved the European Defence Industrial Programme (EDIP), which is a €1.5 billion initiative aimed at enhancing the European defence industry's capacity to respond effectively from 2025 to 2027. Alongside increased support for Ukraine, the programme also allocates additional funding for the Republic of Moldova as part of a joint procurement effort.

European Commission: “Moscow Is turning winter into a weapon” amid energy crisis affecting Moldova

The European Commission is collaborating closely with the authorities in the Republic of Moldova and Romania to enhance the regional energy network and reduce the risk of shortages, especially in light of the increased Russian attacks on Ukraine's electricity infrastructure. On December 8, Anna-Kaisa Itkonen, the Spokesperson for Energy, Climate, Transport, Housing, and Taxation, stated that the European Commission "stands firmly with Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova." She condemned "in the strongest terms" the Russian bombings that have severely damaged the energy systems of both countries.

Mureșan: Republic of Moldova's EU accession hinges on rule of law

The Republic of Moldova EU accession process is currently at a favorable juncture, and the current pace of reforms is set to make the country's European integration trajectory irreversible within the next four years, according to Siegfried Mureșan, President of the European Parliament Delegation for relations with the Republic of Moldova.

Opening of EU negotiation clusters for Moldova requested by PAC

The Parliamentary Association Committee Republic of Moldova – European Union (PAC RM–EU) urged the European Union to open Moldova EU accession negotiations on three clusters by the end of this year.

IPRE Director: "Moldova's accession to the EU is not a technical process, but one of transformation and opportunities"

The Republic of Moldova is gearing up for the 11th edition of the European Integration Forum, an event crucial to the country's journey toward European integration. The theme of the forum is wide-ranging, with high expectations, covering topics from the negotiation of accession chapters to the alignment of society and the business environment with EU standards. Experts describe joining the European Union (EU) as "an existential choice" for the Republic of Moldova.

Ambassador Tadas Valionis: "The Republic of Moldova has a historic opportunity to join the EU"

The Republic of Moldova currently has a historic opportunity to become a member of the European Union (EU), according to Tadas Valionis, the Lithuanian Ambassador to Chisinau, in an interview with Radio Moldova. These remarks were made during the commemoration of the 12th anniversary of the Eastern Partnership Summit in Vilnius, where the Association Agreement and the Free Trade Agreement with the European Union were initialed. The Ambassador highlighted that the results of the elections held on September 28 confirm the European path that our country has chosen to pursue.

Marcel Spatari: “European integration is our generation’s project”

The Republic of Moldova is entering an accelerated phase of its accession to the European Union. Deputy Marcel Spatari, chairman of the newly established Parliamentary Commission for European Integration— a structure created for the first time in the country's history—states that Moldova faces critical years ahead. "We are in a race against time," Spatari remarked during an interview on the "We and Europe" show on Radio Moldova, emphasizing the urgency to align legislation and institutions with European standards.

European Commission condemns repeated violations of Moldovan airspace and reaffirms support for regional security

The European Commission (EC) condemns the continued violations of airspace in the Republic of Moldova by Russian drones, noting that these actions are deliberate provocations and escalate tensions in Eastern Europe.

Government backs Moldova’s entry into “Creative Europe”, opening EU funds

Starting January 1, 2026, creative organizations and individuals from the Republic of Moldova will be able to access a multi-million euro fund for culture and creative industries through participation in the European Union's "Creative Europe" Program. The Cabinet approved the draft law to ratify the Accession Agreement to this program on November 26.