Romania's support for Moldova's EU path emphasised
On the occasion of the Republic of Moldova's Independence Day, Romanian leaders sent messages of congratulations and support to Moldovan citizens.
Officials underscored Romania's commitment to Moldova's European path and its intention to continue supporting European integration efforts.
Romanian President Klaus Iohannis stated in his message that Moldovan citizens are "part of the great European family." He added that "continuing current efforts will turn EU accession into a fulfilled objective" and assured that Romania will persist in offering "strategic support on all fronts" to Moldova.
Transmit felicitări cetățenilor R.Moldova cu prilejul Zilei Independenței! Sunteți parte a marii familii europene, iar continuarea eforturilor actuale va transforma aderarea la UE în obiectiv îndeplinit. 🇷🇴 va continua să ofere 🇲🇩 sprijin strategic pe toate planurile.@sandumaiamd
— Klaus Iohannis (@KlausIohannis) August 27, 2024
Romanian Foreign Minister Luminița Odobescu extended "warm wishes of prosperity and progress to all Moldovan citizens on Independence Day."
Calde urări de prosperitate & progres tuturor cetățenilor Republicii #Moldova de Ziua Independenței. 🇷🇴 rămâne cel mai dedicat susținător al 🇲🇩 pe drumul său democratic european. @MihaiPopsoi @cgherasimov pic.twitter.com/khM8kgomMb
— Luminita Odobescu (@Odobes1Luminita) August 27, 2024
In his message, Nicolae Ciucă, President of the Romanian Senate, highlighted August 27 as a moment to reflect on the "sequence of events from over three decades ago," which led to the restoration of rights for former Soviet republics.
Ciucă reaffirmed that Bucharest stands "alongside the authorities in Chișinău on the path to joining European structures," viewing EU integration as "the only guarantee of development and prosperity" for Eastern Europe.
He emphasised that Romania "celebrates this significant day" with Moldovans and extends wishes for "prosperity and success in their European journey."
Translation by Iurie Tataru