The leader of the Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS), Igor Grosu, delivered a sharp message to Russian dictator Vladimir Putin during an interview with Euronews Romania. Asked what he would say if he met Putin face-to-face, Grosu replied:
“I would only ask how many times you have tried and how many times you have failed. Learn the lesson once, or just give up. We, the sovereign people, decide how we live, how we organize our lives, who we befriend, and what civilizational model we want to build at home. We do not want your money or resources. We would be happy to trade with you anytime, but do not blackmail us. Do not force us to love you, because we will not love anyone by force. We demand respect, nothing more. We sell our products where we choose, and we export where it is best for us.”
Grosu made the statement during a working visit to Bucharest, where he met with Romanian Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan and Mircea Abrudean, President of the Romanian Senate.
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During his meeting with Bolojan, Grosu thanked Romania for its constant and unconditional support and announced plans to elevate bilateral relations to an unprecedented level in the coming years, particularly in infrastructure, energy, and capital exchange.
“These are concrete projects that will bring economic development and prosperity on both sides of the Prut River. Romania remains one of the strongest supporters of Moldova’s European path. Our goal is to sign the EU accession treaty in 2028 so that we can join the European family as soon as possible,” Grosu declared.
At his meeting with Abrudean, the PAS leader emphasized the historic mandate Moldovans gave in the parliamentary elections, confirming that the country’s place is in the European Union.
“We have a difficult road ahead, but we are determined to work hard and achieve our goals. We are glad Romania is by our side, and we know its experience is crucial to completing EU negotiations by 2028,” Grosu said.
In the September 28 elections, PAS secured 55 mandates, maintaining its parliamentary majority against pro-Russian opposition. However, two elected candidates – Dinu Plingau and Stela Macari – announced that they will act as independents in the new Parliament. The results still await official validation.