EU Council President urges preparations for “next enlargement,” including Moldova and Ukraine

The future of Ukraine, Moldova, and six Western Balkan states lies within the European Union, but decisive steps, including in Brussels, are needed to make enlargement a reality in the coming years.

Romanian President Nicușor Dan: Moldova can join the EU as early as 2028

The Republic of Moldova could become an EU member by 2028, earlier than the 2030 deadline set by Chisinau. Romanian President Nicușor Dan believes this may happen if there is sufficient political will.

First highway segment in Moldova set for construction; contract in April

The initial 5.1 kilometers of highway will be constructed in the Republic of Moldova, with Romania's support. In April 2026, Romania will sign a contract with the company responsible for the construction work.

Maia Sandu: EU integration key to Moldova’s security and development

Accession to the European Union is the Republic of Moldova's primary objective, and the authorities aim to complete this process as swiftly as possible, President Maia Sandu stated during a program on Jurnal TV. She highlighted that European integration is crucial for the country's security, economic development, and improvement of living conditions for its citizens.

Moldova hires 20 experts to accelerate EU integration

The European Union (EU) will hire 20 additional experts to work within the Republic of Moldova's central public institutions. This initiative aims to strengthen public administration capacities and accelerate the country’s European integration process. These experts will assist in developing and implementing public policies and investment projects across infrastructure, economic development, agriculture, energy, and environmental protection.

Strategic convergence: How Moldova’s €1.9 billion Growth Plan is accelerating European integration

The Republic of Moldova is navigating an unprecedented geopolitical landscape, successfully converting regional insecurity into a structured drive toward EU membership by 2028. Iulian Groza, Executive Director of the Institute for European Policies and Reforms (IPRE), confirms that the nation’s progress is now validated by advanced technical screenings.

Gherasimov secures progress in Brussels: Moldova nears completion of EU acquis technical framework

Moldova is set to begin technical negotiations on the final three clusters of the EU acquis within weeks, Vice Prime Minister for European Integration Cristina Gherasimov announced following high-level meetings in Brussels on February 26-27.

Ukraine’s envoy rejects decoupling: Kyiv and Chisinau to negotiate in tandem

Moldova and Ukraine have reached the same benchmark of readiness for European Union accession negotiations. Paun Rohovei, Ukraine's Ambassador to Chisinau, stated that there is currently no intention to separate the two nations’ progress, emphasizing that a "tandem" approach benefits both capitals.

EU strengthens its eastern flank, explicitly including Moldova in interconnection plans

The European Commission has implemented a comprehensive strategy aimed at enhancing the resilience and prosperity of EU regions that border Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine, in response to the increasing pressures caused by the war in Ukraine. Although the Republic of Moldova is not an EU member state, it is explicitly included in several key aspects of this strategy. These components range from improving connectivity and transportation infrastructure to combating disinformation and facilitating integration into the European internal market.

Renew Europe MEP Dan Barna takes leadership role to accelerate Moldova’s EU integration

Romanian MEP Dan Barna (Renew Europe) was appointed Vice-Chair of the Delegation to the EU-Moldova Parliamentary Association Committee on Thursday, February 12.

Russian drone strikes ignite residential districts in Kyiv; civilian casualties reported

A Russian drone’s jet engine was discovered inside a top-floor apartment in Kyiv following a wave of overnight strikes on February 12.

Chisinau decouples EU accession from Transnistrian conflict to neutralize Russian regional influence

Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri announced that Moldova’s EU integration and the Transnistrian settlement will proceed as distinct, parallel tracks. The strategy aims to prevent external factors from stalling the country's sovereign European path.