Prime Minister Vasile Tofan discussed the upcoming elections in Gagauzia and the situation in the autonomous region with Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the UN Climate Change Conference (COP31).
The head of the government in Chisinau praised Turkey’s continued support for the region and reaffirmed the Moldovan authorities’ commitment to respecting Gagauzia’s autonomy and protecting the community’s cultural and linguistic identity.
“In the context of the Gagauzia elections scheduled for November 15, Prime Minister Tofan thanked the Turkish side for supporting the participation of representatives of the Turkish Parliament in observing the vote. The officials also discussed preparations for the opening of the college in Comrat, built with Turkey’s support, which is scheduled for September 2027,” the government press service said in a statement.
The talks also focused on developing the Moldova-Turkey strategic partnership, strengthening economic relations and cooperation in support of the development of the Autonomous Territorial Unit of Gagauzia.
The officials discussed expanding trade, facilitating access for Moldovan products to the Turkish market, increasing the quota for wine exports and attracting new investment.
The Moldovan Prime Minister also highlighted the contribution of Turkish companies to the development of the energy sector, including their involvement in the Bălți-Suceava power line project and investments in renewable energy, according to government representatives.