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Ursula von der Leyen: Moldova can begin negotiations on chapters for EU accession
IPN
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July 4, 2025
The EU will accelerate and deepen its political and policy engagement with Moldova, including through the regular holding of EU-Moldova Summits. It will also support the process of granting Moldova observer or associate status in key EU agencies,...
Joint Declaration following the first Republic of Moldova – EU Summit
MoldovaLive
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July 4, 2025
The first ever EU-Moldova Summit: A historic step forward on Moldova’s path to the EU Moldova’s EU integration is moving ahead at record speed, with accession screening set to conclude in autumn 2025. The Commission has also assessed that Moldova...
Joint statement at the summit in Chisinau: EU strongly supports Moldova’s European integration
IPN
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July 4, 2025
0 The European Union strongly supports Moldova on its path to reform and EU accession. This is enshrined in the Joint Declaration of the Republic of Moldova and the European Union, adopted at the first Moldova-EU Summit held in Chisinau. The...
Joint Declaration following the first EU-Republic of Moldova Summit
European Commission
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July 4, 2025
European Commission Statement Chișinău, 04 Jul 2025 We, the leaders of the European Union (EU) and the Republic of Moldova (hereinafter Moldova), held our first EU - Moldova Summit in Chisinau, Moldova on 4 July 2025.
Explore Romanian Universities This Weekend — Educational Fair in Moldova’s Major Cities
MoldovaLive
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July 4, 2025
IPN reports that high school students from Moldova planning to study in Romania can attend the Romanian University Fair scheduled for July 3–6. This year, the university fair will travel to Chisinau, Ungheni, Balti, and Causeni. Participants will...
The EU is sending the message that Moldova matters, and accession is already happening, Maia Sandu
IPN
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July 4, 2025
0 The European Union is sending a strong signal of support for the Republic of Moldova with the organization of the first Moldova-EU summit, confirming that the accession process is no longer a distant ideal but a reality in full swing, firmly...
EU and Moldova forge deeper ties at historic first Summit in Chișinău
European Commission
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July 3, 2025
European Commission Press release Brussels, 04 Jul 2025 At the first ever EU-Moldova Summit in Chișinău, President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Council António Costa and President of the Republic of...
Top EU officials head to Moldova for key summit ahead of pivotal parliamentary election
Naharnet
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The European Union's top officials will travel to Moldova's capital on Friday for a key bilateral summit to strengthen ties months before the EU candidate member holds a pivotal parliamentary election. Moldova's pro-Western President Maia Sandu...
Discover where to Taste the Most Delicious Desserts in Moldova This Summer! Locations & Prices
MoldovaLive
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July 4, 2025
As the summer sun warms the streets of Chisinau and the countryside blooms in full color, there’s no better way to indulge than with a sweet escape. Moldova, known for its rich culinary traditions and love of fresh, natural ingredients, offers a...
Moldova has completed the EU screening, Hungary is blocking Ukraine’s accession.
Mezha
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July 2, 2025
Vice Prime Minister for European Integration Olga Stefanishyna stated to Interfax-Ukraine that this process is a “small obstacle that will not prevent the start of negotiations.” Moldova has successfully completed the European Union’s bilateral...
Rise: Moldovan Nationals Recruited by Kremlin Agents to Carry Out Arson Attacks in Estonia
MoldovaLive
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July 4, 2025
Two Moldovan nationals with criminal backgrounds in ATM theft and organized crime in Russia were recruited by Russian secret services to carry out arson attacks in Estonia, according to an investigation published by RISE Moldova. The first...
New Country Manager for the World Bank Group Starts Assignment in Moldova
MoldovaLive
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July 4, 2025
The World Bank Group has appointed Ulrich Schmitt as its new Country Manager for Moldova, effective July 1, 2025. He replaces Inguna Dobraja, who was the World Bank Group Country Manager since July 2021. “I’m honored to represent the World Bank...
ECONOMIST: THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE WANTING TO MIGRATE FROM MOLDOVA IS DECREASING, BUT NOT AMONG YOUNG PEOPLE
Infotag
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July 4, 2025
In 2025, the intention of Moldovans to migrate will be the lowest in the last nine years. However, this intention remains high among young people. The salary that Moldovans want to receive in order not to go abroad is 1.6 times higher than the...
Expert: The Moldova-EU Summit confirms European support and brings closer the accession to the EU
IPN
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July 4, 2025
0 The bilateral Moldova-EU summit, held today in Chisinau, is a clear political signal that Moldova’s European integration process is advancing and receiving the necessary attention from European partners. This statement belongs to the associated...
Moldova Is the Testing Ground for Russia's Disinformation Machine
The Moscow Times
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July 2, 2025
At a meeting of the European Council, 27 EU leaders confirmed their strong support for Moldova’s decision to align itself with the West. However, Russia will attempt to interfere with this trajectory, primarily through interference in Moldova’s...
The opposition criticizes the Moldova-EU summit: “political spectacle” and “electoral tool”
IPN
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July 4, 2025
0 The opposition parties in the Republic of Moldova are challenging the organization of the Moldova–European Union summit, accusing the government of using this event for electoral purposes. The opposition leaders argue that the meeting of...
Opening speech by President von der Leyen at the EU-Moldova Summit
European Commission
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July 4, 2025
European Commission Speech Chișinău, 04 Jul 2025 Dear Maia, dear President, Mr Speaker, Dear António, It is a pleasure to be here again in Chișinău, in your beautiful country. Today, I bring together with Antó...
Statement by President von der Leyen with the President of the European Council, António Costa and President of Moldova, Maia Sandu
European Commission
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July 4, 2025
European Commission Statement Chișinău, 04 Jul 2025 Madame President, dear Maia, Thank you for hosting us here in the beautiful city of Chișinău, it is wonderful to be back here again. 12 months ago, we have ope...
Despite frost, Moldovan cherries are being exported to Italy
Fresh Plaza
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July 4, 2025
Despite the late spring frost that affected some Moldovan orchards, Moldovan producers are ready to deliver fruit that meets European standards. EcoFarm-Prod, a company from Vadul-Rașcov village in Șoldănești district, has opened the export season...
Western partners pushing LGBT agenda on heavily Christian Moldova — ex-president
TASS
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July 4, 2025
CHISINAU, July 4. /TASS/. Western partners are imposing alien values on Moldova, including LGBT propaganda (a movement recognized as extremist and banned in Russia), despite the fact that 95% of the country’s population are practicing Christians,...