European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos visited southern Moldova today, including the country’s largest village, Congaz in Gagauzia. There, she toured the ethnographic tourist complex Gagauz Sofrasi, a business launched with a €40,000 grant from the European Union.
The complex recreates the atmosphere of a traditional Moldovan home, featuring stoves, wooden windows, and natural wool rugs. It serves as a living showcase of local identity and culture.
Kos praised Gagauz Sofrasi as a powerful example of successful female entrepreneurship. During her visit, she met with women entrepreneurs from Gagauzia, Taraclia, and Cahul to discuss the challenges they face and the support the EU provides for business development.
“Investing in women means investing in the community,” Kos stated, emphasizing the EU’s commitment to supporting women’s ideas, courage, and initiatives.
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Her visit continued in the Ungheni district at the Agri-food Hub in Radenii Vechi, where she met with local farmers to discuss growth opportunities.
“The Hub in Radenii Vechi supports local producers in developing, processing, and promoting value-added food products. It strengthens local businesses and boosts market competitiveness,” noted the EU Delegation to Chisinau.
With President Maia Sandu, Kos inaugurated the European Town and visited EU-supported projects in the Ungheni region.
In Orhei, hundreds of children from Ion Luca Caragiale Theoretical High School, dressed in traditional costumes, brought music and joy to the community in the Europe Day celebration.
“With their voice, courage, and involvement, young people are shaping a future grounded in freedom, dignity, and human rights,” said the EU Delegation. “Today, Orhei demonstrated that Europe is a community of shared ideals, alive in the hearts of those who believe in these values.”
Throughout May, the EU Delegation to Moldova and EU member state embassies are marking Europe Day 2025 in regions across the country.