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title: "Commissioner Hahn Advocates for Moldova's EU Referendum"
url: https://moldova1.md/p/28660/commissioner-hahn-advocates-for-moldova-s-eu-referendum
published: 2024-05-12T11:05:20Z
language: en
section: "Political"
source: moldova1.md
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# Commissioner Hahn Advocates for Moldova's EU Referendum

> The organisation of a referendum regarding accession to the European Union represents a consequential step that will convey a resolute message regarding Moldova's European aspirations and the expectations of its citizens.

The organisation of a referendum regarding accession to the European Union represents a consequential step that will convey a resolute message regarding Moldova's European aspirations and the expectations of its citizens.

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Despite the current legal standpoint suggesting otherwise, European Commissioner Johannes Hahn holds the view that such a plebiscite is of great utility. He asserts that post-referendum, the European Union will gain insight into the significant interest Moldovans hold in this trajectory.

*"I am not acquainted with the legal intricacies. While it may not be legally imperative at this stage, I firmly believe that organising this referendum is highly beneficial and strategically prudent. I am thoroughly convinced of the substantial support it will garner,"* declared the commissioner.

The European official underscores the importance of organising a referendum for accession, given the robust majority in favour of the European path within Moldova and the European community's recognition of the issue's significance to Moldovans.

*"We within the European Union acknowledge the gravity with which the people of Moldova approach this matter. We observe a pronounced interest, hence, I regard this referendum as exceptionally significant and beneficial. It will signal Moldova's European perspective and expectations,"* the official further remarked.

In April, the Constitutional Court greenlit the referendum's organisation. The vote may occur in the fall of this year, on October 20, with citizens being asked, *"Do you support the Republic of Moldova's accession to the European Union?"*

Translation by **Iurie Tataru**