EU Member State Ambassadors on Europe Day: We celebrate the core values that unite us

On Europe Day, ambassadors accredited in Chisinau delivered congratulatory messages to the citizens of the Republic of Moldova and honored the heroes who sacrificed their lives to liberate Europe from fascism. They reiterated their support for our country and emphasized that today we celebrate the fundamental values that unite us.

Flowers laid at the "Eternitate" Memorial. Maia Sandu: "The victory of peace restored our hope for a future built on freedom"

Maia Sandu, the Head of State, along with Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu, Prime Minister Dorin Recean, and European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos, laid flowers this morning at the "Eternitate" Memorial Complex in Chisinau to honor those who lost their lives in World War II. The Head of State emphasized the significance of May 9, a day that commemorates the victims of war while also celebrating peace and European values.

How May 9th has evolved as a holiday in the Republic of Moldova

In the Republic of Moldova, May 9 has been commemorated consistently over the past thirty years with ceremonies, public events, and symbolic actions. This date combines the observance of Victory Day in World War II with Europe Day, giving it a dual significance that reflects how both authorities and citizens choose to honor it.

EU delegation led by Marta Kos visits Chișinău for Europe Day celebrations

The European Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, will visit the Republic of Moldova from May 8 to May 12, 2025. She will be accompanied by a delegation that includes Members of the European Parliament Siegfried Mureșan and Daniel Barna, along with officials from the European Commission. This visit is particularly significant as it coincides with Europe Day and reaffirms the European Union's commitment to supporting Moldova's European integration.

Dorin Recean: Polling stations on the left bank of the Nistru only after national reintegration

Prime Minister Dorin Recean announced that no polling stations will be opened on the left bank of the Nistru until the Republic of Moldova is fully reintegrated and separatist elements are removed. He made this statement during a question-and-answer session, emphasizing that he does not consider any alternatives in the absence of these conditions.

Recean about the €1.9 billion growth plan: These are highly favorable terms to fund our economic development

Prime Minister Dorin Recean asserts that the €1.9 billion financial package provided by the European Union will contribute to a minimum annual economic growth of 5% for the Republic of Moldova. He stated that the funds will be utilized for modernizing institutions, enhancing infrastructure, and supporting key sectors, with the anticipated impact directly improving the quality of life for citizens.

Wearing banned May 9 symbols will result in police fines

Individuals who display prohibited badges and symbols during public gatherings on May 9, including the black-orange bicolor ribbon known as the "Saint George" ribbon and the letters "Z" and "V" linked to Russia's aggression in Ukraine, will face fines. Minister of Internal Affairs Daniela Misail-Nichitin made this statement in the show "La 360 de grade" on Radio Moldova.

PAS and PSRM representatives comment on the first-round results of Romania’s presidential election

Following the first round of the presidential elections in Romania, we sought the opinions of several Moldovan Members of Parliament, including those from opposition parties, regarding the election results. While members of the ruling party expressed their views openly and emphasized the significance of Romania's pro-European direction, representatives from the PSRM refrained from commenting, stating that they do not engage in the electoral processes of other countries.

Maia Sandu and Igor Grosu urge moldovans with dual citizenship to vote: "Let’s make our voices heard"

President Maia Sandu is encouraging Moldovans who hold Romanian citizenship to take part in the presidential elections in Romania, scheduled for May 2, 3, and 4 for those in the diaspora. She emphasized that every vote is important in shaping the future direction of Romania, which she described as "our trusted and soulful partner."

Victor Chirilă: Romania’s presidential election will directly impact relations with the Republic of Moldova

The outcome of the elections in Romania will directly impact the collaborative relations with the authorities in Chisinau, said the ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to Bucharest, Victor Chirilă, during the show "Dimineata cu Radio Moldova."

Maia Sandu after the meeting with Antonio Tajani: Moldova values Italy's strong support

On the sidelines of the European People's Party (EPP) Congress held in Valencia, President Maia Sandu held talks with Italian Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani. During the event, the head of state is scheduled to hold several meetings with European leaders.

The Republic of Moldova might progress independently toward EU accession

The European Union is considering the possibility of continuing the accession process with the Republic of Moldova separately from Ukraine, as Kiev's efforts are blocked by Hungary, Marta Kos, the European Commissioner for Enlargement, told RFE/RL. In an interview with RFE/RL on April 28, during a visit to Prague, Marta Kos said that she "cannot rule out a decoupling" of the two countries as early as June, when important decisions on the Union's enlargement are to be made in Brussels.