Moldova has entered into a landmark security and defence partnership with the European Union, making it the first country to formalize such an agreement with the bloc. This announcement was made by EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell on Tuesday.
Under the leadership of pro-European President Maia Sandu, Moldova aims to join the European Union by 2030. Positioned between Ukraine and EU member Romania, Moldova is committed to strengthening its ties with Europe.
"This partnership will enhance the country's resilience. It will allow us to jointly address common security challenges, make our engagement more effective, and explore new areas of cooperation," Borrell stated on social media platform X.
Moldovan Prime Minister Dorin Recean echoed this sentiment, emphasizing that EU accession would be the optimal "mechanism to ensure peace & stability for Moldova's citizens." He added, "Until then, the signing of the EU-Moldova Security and Defence Partnership is a step forward, enhancing our peace, security, and prosperity."
In March, President Sandu signed a defence cooperation accord with France, underlining Moldova's commitment to bolstering its defence and security frameworks.
The 28-point partnership plan reflects the evolving security landscape and aims to fortify Moldova's national security, stability, and resilience in the defence sector. It covers a wide range of areas including cyber threats, disinformation, counter-terrorism, border management, human trafficking, and organized crime. Additionally, it fosters cooperation in international forums.
This partnership is a significant step towards strengthening Moldova's alignment with European standards and enhancing its capacity to address contemporary security challenges.
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