130 institutions from Moldova join the "EAST GATE"

A new cross-border cooperation structure is being established in the region. On Friday, September 11, in Constanta, Romania, the Republic of Moldova, Romania, Ukraine, and Bulgaria signed the founding documents for "EAST GATE," which will become the largest European Grouping of Territorial Cooperation (EGTC). This new entity will unite approximately 300 public authorities, universities, and research institutions, covering a territory of 150,000 square kilometers and serving a population of over 10 million residents.

Moldova prepares EGTC participation mechanism

Local authorities in the Republic of Moldova can collaborate directly with partners from European Union states through European Groupings of Territorial Cooperation (EGTC). The Government is expected to soon approve a draft decision to implement the Law on EGTC.

EU nears new Growth Plan payout for Moldova as reforms advance

The European Union is finalizing a fresh Growth Plan disbursement for Moldova after Chisinau met 93% of reform milestones, European Commissioner Marta Kos said following talks with Prime Minister Vasile Tofan.

Moldova faces dual EU and territorial dilemma, study warns

Moldovan policymakers must coordinate European Union integration with the reintegration of the country's eastern districts or risk strategic failure on both fronts, a policy study released Monday in Chișinău warned.

Lithuania backs opening all EU negotiation clusters for Moldova

Lithuania supports accelerating Moldova's European Union accession and believes Chișinău is ready to open all remaining negotiation clusters, Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys said on Friday in Vilnius.

EURONEWS | Brussels faces a strategic test regarding EU expansion

The enlargement of the European Union is approaching a critical point in the coming months. Montenegro and Albania are getting closer to membership, while Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova are making progress. Meanwhile, Brussels is evaluating the necessary reforms required to accommodate a larger and more complex Union.

Latvia reaffirms support for Moldova's EU accession in Tofan–Braže meeting

Latvia has pledged to support the Republic of Moldova in its efforts to advance negotiations for accession to the European Union. Latvia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Baiba Braže, made this commitment during a meeting with Prime Minister Vasile Tofan. The discussion between the two officials also highlighted the development of economic relations, bilateral cooperation, and regional security.

Moldova aims to sign the EU Accession Treaty in 2028. Grosu: "We must convince every member state we deserve it"

The Republic of Moldova aims to sign the Treaty of Accession to the European Union by 2028. However, achieving this goal depends on both ongoing reforms and the support of each EU member state. Igor Grosu, the Speaker of the Parliament, stated that parliamentary diplomacy and bilateral relations will be crucial in persuading countries that are still hesitant about expanding the Union. These remarks were made during an interview with the State Information Agency Moldpres.

Moldova scandals risk EU entry talks, expert warns

​Recent controversies surrounding Moldovan state institutions risk damaging Brussels' evaluation of the country's EU accession progress, warned Adrian Ermurachi, co-executive director of the Institute for European Policies and Reforms (IPRE).

Tofan Government outlines ten priorities for EU integration

The Government will continue to implement reforms and uphold the accelerated pace of the European Union accession process. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan reaffirmed this commitment during a meeting with the European Union Ambassador to the Republic of Moldova, Iwona Piórko, held on July 28 at the Government's offices.

Maia Sandu calls for greater efforts to keep EU reforms on track

President Maia Sandu chaired a meeting of the National Commission for European Integration on Monday. This was the first meeting with members of the new Government, led by Prime Minister Vasile Tofan. During the meeting, participants reviewed the assessment of the first-semester 2026 implementation of the National Accession Program, discussed progress on reforms in justice and security, and established priorities to continue the Republic of Moldova's European path.

Cluster 6 talks: Moldova will adopt EU rules on trade and arms control

The Republic of Moldova has been implementing some of the requirements outlined in Cluster 6 - "External Relations," which was recently opened for negotiations with the European Union, for several years now. This is particularly true for the requirements related to foreign policy and security, according to Alexandru Codreanu, head of the General Directorate for Cooperation with the European Union within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA).