Moldova’s journey toward European Union membership is gaining momentum, and Europe is taking notice. From Brussels to Berlin, leaders and diplomats are praising Moldova’s reforms, resilience, and commitment to democratic values. Here’s how Europe sees Moldova’s progress.
1. Moldova Completes Key EU Accession Milestone
In March 2025, Moldova reached a significant milestone in its EU accession process by completing screening meetings for Cluster 6—External Relations. This achievement brings the country halfway through the negotiation process.
Janis Mazeiks, the EU Ambassador to Moldova, emphasized the importance of stability over speed in the reform process. He stated, “Stability, not speed, is important in the reform process.”
2. Moldova Joins the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA)
In March 2025, the National Bank of Moldova announced that the Republic of Moldova had joined the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA). This decision reflects confirmation of significant progress in Moldova’s EU integration process. SEPA membership will facilitate faster, safer, and more accessible international payments in euros for citizens and the business environment in Moldova.
Janis Mazeiks highlighted the significance of this development, stating, “The European Commission had noted Moldova’s progress on a large part of the negotiation chapters, and this is the most important news.”
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3. EU Ambassador Encourages Moldova to Chart Its Integration Path
In October 2023, the Head of the European Union Delegation in Moldova, Janis Mazeiks, advised that Moldova should not base its European integration process solely on Romania’s experience. Instead, he believes that Moldova should look to the experiences of smaller countries that have joined the EU.
Mazeiks emphasized, “The European Commission had noted Moldova’s progress on a large part of the negotiation chapters, and this is the most important news.”
4. Moldova Accelerates EU Integration Through Energy Reforms
In February 2025, Moldova announced plans to increase renewable energy and energy storage solutions, implement state aid schemes for investments in the industrial sector, focusing on net-zero technologies, and develop research and development capacities by 2030.
Janis Mazeiks commented on these efforts, “Stability, not speed, is important in the reform process.”
5. Moldova’s Leadership Welcomes EU Integration Progress
In March 2025, Moldova’s leadership welcomed the country’s accession to the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA), viewing it as a confirmation of significant progress in the EU integration process. SEPA membership will facilitate faster, safer, and more accessible international payments in euros for Moldovan citizens and businesses.
Janis Mazeiks highlighted the significance of this development, stating, “The European Commission had noted Moldova’s progress on a large part of the negotiation chapters, and this is the most important news.”
These developments highlight Moldova’s commitment to European integration and the recognition it receives from European leaders and institutions. The path to EU membership is challenging, but Moldova’s progress demonstrates its dedication to aligning with European standards and values.