The Republic of Moldova proved political maturity, but we must remain vigilant, Jānis Mažeiks

The recent elections and constitutional referendum in the Republic of Moldova have been described as a "success," despite attempts at external interference. In an interview on "Dimineata cu Radio Moldova," the Ambassador of the European Union in Chisinau, Jānis Mažeiks, said that the elections showcased the country's democratic progress. However, he cautioned that challenges still lie ahead.

European Commission: The bilateral screening process of the Republic of Moldova is advancing smoothly

The bilateral screening process of the Republic of Moldova is advancing smoothly, according to the European Commission's report on the annual enlargement package. The Republic of Moldova has a certain level of preparation in the field of public administration reform and progress has been made in terms of the verification and appointment of judges and prosecutors - these are some of the conclusions of the report. However, the Commission recommends Chisinau to make progress in the process of checking and appointing members to the Superior Council of Magistracy and the Supreme Court of Justice, improving the functioning of the National Institute of Justice, but also strengthening the capabilities to fight cybercrime.

The Republic of Moldova signed two agreements with the EU on cooperation in justice field

In Brussels, two agreements were signed with the European Union, which will open new opportunities for the Republic of Moldova within the "Justice" (JUST) and "Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values" (CERV) programs for the period 2021-2027. The agreements were signed during the meeting on the sidelines of the bilateral screening session of the legislation of the Republic of Moldova. This was announced by the Minister of Justice Veronica Mihalov-Moraru during a briefing.

New bilateral screening session in Brussels. Moldovan and European experts analyze three important chapters

In the following days, a new bilateral screening session will take place in Brussels, an essential part of the accession negotiations of the Republic of Moldova to the European Union. Three other important chapters will be analyzed by experts from the European Commission, announced the Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, Cristina Gherasimov. It is the Economic Criteria, Chapter 32 - Financial Control and Chapter 23 - The Judiciary and Fundamental Rights.

Robert Fico: Life in the EU is not easy, but being a member of the EU is the best thing a country can do

The Prime Minister of the Republic of Moldova, Dorin Recean, and the Prime Minister of the Republic of Slovakia, Robert Fico, discussed in Bratislava the bilateral relations between the two countries, the European path of the Republic of Moldova and economic cooperation.

When will the Republic of Moldova open the first negotiating chapter with the EU? Cristina Gherasimov's answer

The first negotiating chapters will be opened next year, Deputy Prime Minister Cristina Gherasimov told Moldova 1 TV. First, the European Commission will report on how well the legislation of the Republic of Moldova matches the criteria for joining the union, then the national governments will make the decision. For now, the bilateral screening is ongoing and will end in four months.

Cristina Gherasimov: Chisinau authorities will amend the Constitution

Once the status of a member state of the European Union is taken over, the authorities in Chisinau will amend the Constitution, and for this step, there are different ways, either parliamentary or through a referendum. The decision will be made closer to the date of accession. The statement was made by the Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, Cristina Gherasimov, on a show on Deschide.md.

Jānis Mažeiks: Referendum on EU membership must reflect citizens’ will

The autumn referendum, initiated by the president Maia Sandu, must reflect the will of the citizens, claims the ambassador of the European Union (EU) in the Republic of Moldova, Jānis Mažeiks. The diplomat stressed the importance of a strong turnout to legitimize the referendum result and prevent challenges from both pro-European and anti-European camps.

MEP Rareș Bogdan, elected deputy-chairman of the Commission for Foreign Affairs: "My absolute priority is the Republic of Moldova"

Romanian MEP Rareș Bogdan was elected deputy-chairman of the Committee for Foreign Affairs of the European Parliament. In a Facebook post, he wrote that one of his priorities in this mandate is to support the Republic of Moldova in the country's European integration process.

Oliver Varhelyi: The Republic of Moldova can achieve the goal of joining the EU by 2030 only if it fulfills all the conditions

At this stage, it is not possible to say how ready the Republic of Moldova is to join the European Union by 2030, but this goal can be achieved if it fulfills all the conditions by then, said the European Commissioner for Enlargement and Neighborhood, Oliver Varhelyi, in an interview for Ziarul de Gardà.

The Republic of Moldova must adjust its legislation to that of the EU, if it wants to be part of the EU, former minister Nicu Popescu

The Republic of Moldova must implement the entire European legislation, if it wants to be part of the European Union, declared the former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nicu Popescu. According to him, the start of accession negotiations to the community space will bring the Republic of Moldova into the Schengen area and the euro zone.

Maia Sandu welcomes the start of EU accession negotiations

President Maia Sandu welcomes the beginning of the accession negotiations to the European Union. In a reaction on social networks, the head of state assured that the Chisinau authorities will continue to work with determination for the Republic of Moldova to be a member of the EU by 2030.