Moldova will soon join the European Union, the world’s largest peace project. Deputy Parliament Speaker emphasized that ensuring a safe and European future for the country’s children is a shared responsibility. She made these statements while marking three years since Moldova submitted its EU accession application.
Gherman highlighted that accession requires significant effort, not just from institutions but from society as a whole.
“In a few years, we will be members of the biggest peace project. We must guarantee our children a safe and European future. The road is not easy, but we are not alone! Over the past three years, we have proven that Moldova can succeed, and we have gained reliable friends,” she stated.
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European Council President António Costa reaffirmed the EU’s strong support during his visit to Chisinau. He praised Moldova’s progress in reforms and announced that the country would receive the largest support package in its history—1.9 billion euros. The first installment, approximately 300 million euros, will arrive in April.
Moldova officially applied for EU membership on March 3, 2022. The European Council granted candidate status on June 23, 2022, urging authorities to continue necessary reforms. On November 8, 2023, the European Commission published its assessment and recommended opening accession negotiations. EU leaders approved this step on December 15, 2023. At the first Intergovernmental Accession Conference on June 25, 2024, European and Moldovan officials set 2030 as the target year for accession.