Osmochescu after meeting Marta Kos: "We remain committed to proving that Moldova belongs in the European family"

Acting Prime Minister Eugeniu Osmochescu met with European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos on July 14. During their meeting, they discussed key topics to advance the accession process and enhance cooperation with the European Union. This discussion took place at the official opening of the sixth cluster of negotiations.

Opening Cluster 6 strengthens Moldova's economic integration with the European Union's trade policy

The official opening of accession negotiations for Cluster 6 – “External Relations”- on July 14 in Brussels confirms that the Republic of Moldova is making significant progress toward European Union membership through reforms and tangible results. This integration will enable the country's economy to join the European single market, including participation in the common commercial policy.

EU opens Cluster 6 talks with Ukraine and Moldova in historic push

The European Union opened accession negotiations with Ukraine for Cluster 6 (External Relations) at an intergovernmental conference in Brussels on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Lithuania demands faster EU accession talks for Moldova and Ukraine

Lithuania has called for an immediate acceleration of EU accession talks for Ukraine and Moldova, urging Brussels to open all remaining negotiation chapters without delay.

Moldova opens EU cluster 6 negotiations in Brussels

The Republic of Moldova takes a significant step toward European integration this week. An intergovernmental conference in Brussels on July 14 marks the official opening of negotiations for Cluster 6, "External Relations."

Moldova requests €191.5 million third EU reform tranche

The Republic of Moldova is eligible to request the third tranche of 191.5 million euros from the European Union's Reform and Growth Mechanism. This eligibility follows the country's successful fulfilment of 18 of the 20 reform measures associated with the Growth Plan for the years 2025–2027, which will be evaluated in the first semester of 2026.

Chișinău: EP vote confirms confidence in Moldova's EU path

The vote in the European Parliament (EP) and the call to promptly open all negotiation clusters with the Republic of Moldova signal confidence in the country's efforts to build a European state. This statement was made by interim Prime Minister Eugeniu Oscmochescu, who emphasized that advancing the accession negotiations will strengthen state institutions, enhance security, promote economic development, and improve living standards for citizens.

Moldova will host Conference of Speakers of Parliaments in 2027

The Republic of Moldova will host the upcoming Conference of Speakers of Parliaments from countries that are candidates for European Union accession. This event is scheduled for the summer of 2027 and will bring together Parliament Speakers and representatives from specialised committees, groups, and parliamentary secretariats.

EP calls for opening all EU accession clusters with Moldova

The European Parliament is urging the Council of the European Union to promptly open all negotiation clusters with the Republic of Moldova. This request was made on the evening of Tuesday, July 7, after a debate in the Strasbourg plenary session regarding the annual report on Moldova's progress towards Europe. The Parliament also praised the reforms being implemented in Chisinau.

Moldova report adopted; EP urges faster EU integration

On Tuesday, July 8, the European Parliament voted overwhelmingly in favor of the annual report concerning the Republic of Moldova's progress in its bid to join the European Union. The report praised the reforms implemented by the authorities in Chisinau and urged member states to promptly open all negotiation clusters, in line with the principle of meritocracy.

Moldova advances in EU talks with Cluster 6

The Republic of Moldova has received an official invitation to present its negotiating position for Cluster 6: "External Relations." This is in preparation for the formal opening of these chapters at an upcoming Intergovernmental Accession Conference. The invitation was issued in a letter signed by Ambassador Aingeal O'Donoghue, who is the Chair of the Committee of Permanent Representatives (COREPER) and Head of the Irish Delegation, representing the country that currently holds the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union (EU).

Moldova EU accession on track despite PM resignation

The resignation of Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu will not affect the European Union's ongoing support for Moldova. Brussels expressed firm confidence that Chisinau will swiftly form a new government to sustain its reform agenda and accession path.