Nicu Popescu: China is one of Moldova's most important economic partners
The Republic of Moldova and China maintain excellent relations, having a very good dialogue, including mutual support for the territorial integrity of both countries - said Nicu Popescu, Minister of Foreign Affairs and European Integration, in an interview with Xinhua Agency. According to the official, in recent decades, China's impressive economic dynamics and the continuous consolidation of China's position in the world economy are also felt in the Republic of Moldova, in the development of bilateral economic and trade relations.
China is one of Moldova's most important economic partners, with imports from this country ranging from consumer goods to telecommunications equipment, said Minister Nicu Popescu. According to him, about 9 million bottles of wine are exported to China every year, as well as agricultural products, fruit, vegetables and cereals.
With the construction of the largest photovoltaic park in the Criuleni district, China has a very important presence on Moldova's energy market and cooperation in this field could be deepened.
Nicu Popescu said that Moldova is a good platform for investors, as it already has several free trade areas with the European Union and other neighbouring countries. As a result, products from our country enter many European markets more easily. At the same time, several free economic zones have been set up in the country, attracting investors in the IT and industrial sectors, such as car manufacturing.
Referring to bilateral economic cooperation, the official said that the Republic of Moldova is committed to strongly improving transport infrastructure. Thus, more joint projects could be developed and jointly exported to regional markets.
The Republic of Moldova is currently engaged in the EU accession process and membership in the European family is of fundamental importance. This will also allow the strengthening of bilateral relations with China, said Minister Nicu Popescu.
