Moldova opens new EU talks as 2030 accession goal remains in reach

Moldova has opened negotiations on two more European Union accession clusters, bringing 24 of 33 chapters into talks as political scientist Cristian Pîrvulescu says membership by 2030 remains possible.

Brussels fast-tracks Moldova EU talks as technical tests loom

Moldova opened two major negotiating clusters with the European Union in Luxembourg on Oct. 13, bringing its tally to 24 of 33 accession chapters launched in just four months.

MEP: Moldova's EU accession by 2030 is "fully realistic"

The Republic of Moldova's accession process to the European Union is entering a decisive phase, with the prospect of concluding negotiations in 2028 and signing the treaty in 2030. According to Romanian MEP Dan Barna, Moldova is among the most advanced candidate countries, benefiting from renewed momentum from Brussels, which views enlargement through the lens of European security and geopolitical pressures.

Maia Sandu thanks officials, noting Moldova has completed 24 of 33 negotiating chapters for EU accession

A decisive step on the Republic of Moldova's European path! Our country has opened 24 of the 33 negotiation chapters with the European Union. According to the Moldovan president Maia Sandu, negotiations on the Internal Market and Competitiveness and Inclusive Growth clusters are officially launching in Luxembourg on October 13.

Clusters 2 and 3 will bring more jobs, better wages, and clearer business rules to Moldova

The opening of negotiations for Clusters 2 and 3 targets areas that directly affect citizens' lives—decent jobs, fair incomes, quality education, safe products, and a business environment based on clear rules. These are the key benefits of the two negotiation packages our country will launch on Tuesday, October 13, at the Republic of Moldova–European Union Intergovernmental Conference in Luxembourg.

Moldova aims to open all EU negotiation chapters by year-end

The Republic of Moldova aims to open all negotiation chapters with the European Union by the end of this year. The announcement was made by President Maia Sandu during a phone conversation on October 12 with the Prime Minister of Ireland, Micheál Martin—the country holding the Presidency of the Council of the EU until December 31.

EU approves; Moldova opens two more negotiation clusters

On October 13, the Republic of Moldova will officially open accession negotiations with the European Union for two additional clusters of chapters: "Internal Market" and "Competitiveness and Inclusive Growth." All 27 EU member states confirmed the decision on Monday, October 12, and agreed to convene the fourth Moldova–EU Intergovernmental Conference. Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration Cristina Gherasimov made the announcement.

Sandu targets 2028 EU treaty while uncoupling breakaway conflict

Moldova is technically prepared to conclude individual European Union accession chapters, President Maia Sandu said, reaffirming Chișinău's ambition to sign an accession treaty by the end of 2028.

Moldova's EU accession: accelerated talks, new opportunities, and potential restrictions

The European Commission's proposals regarding safeguard measures for future members send an important signal: the EU takes the enlargement process seriously and is preparing for it. Potential temporary restrictions—such as limits on voting rights or access to certain EU funds—will not be applied automatically, states Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration Cristina Gherasimov.

Moldova secures frontrunner EU accession roadmap for late October

The European Commission will deliver a formal accession roadmap to the Republic of Moldova on October 28, European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos announced in Strasbourg on Tuesday, alongside plans for three other candidates.

EU sees no obstacle to Moldova joining the bloc by 2030

Moldova could enter the European Union by 2030 if it maintains its current pace of structural reforms, European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos told public broadcaster Moldova 1.

EU plans gradual market integration for high-performing Moldova

Moldova could secure phased integration into the European Union before formal membership, provided the candidate nation continues delivering structural reforms and maintains strict strategic alignment, European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos announced.