Honoured to be nominated as Minister for European Affairs, entrusted with the vital task of Moldova's EU accession process. Excited to embrace the challenges on the road ahead & committed to contributing towards President
@sandumaiamd
’s vision of EU membership by 2030 🇪🇺 🇲🇩
I am truly honoured and thrilled to take on a new position as foreign policy advisor to
#Moldova
President
@sandumaiamd
. Thank you all for your messages of support, and thank you friends and colleagues at
@dgapev
for two incredible years with team at RBZ!
Honoured to assume the role of Moldova's Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration. Grateful to President
@sandumaiamd
& PM
@DorinRecean
for their trust.
There's significant work ahead, and I am dedicated to efforts that will lead Moldova into the EU member states' family.
It’s been an honour to work with
@sandumaiamd
for the last three years. Thank you for the experience and growth during these unprecedented challenges and opportunities for 🇲🇩. Thrilled to step into my new role as State Secretary at
@MoldovaMFA
with
@nicupopescu
and his team!
Thank you
@nicupopescu
for the outstanding work over the past two and a half years. Your leadership, dedication, and hard-work have brought Moldova closer to the EU and strengthened our strategic partnerships. Best wishes for all your next future projects!
Thank you for believing Moldova. Keep strong, hold steady. We will not let you down.
Addressing the 70,000 people who flooded the streets of Chișinău today to reaffirm Moldova's European future.
@Europarl_EN
stands with you 🇪🇺🇲🇩
Thrilled to be in Brussels & lead the 🇲🇩 team for the kickoff meeting of the screening exercise. Exciting days ahead as we dive into important discussions with EU officials about the next steps in our 🇪🇺 integration journey. We count on close cooperation with our EU partners.
Today we mark two years since Moldova applied for EU membership - a milestone moment that underscores our strong commitment to European values.
Let's continue moving forward together towards greater unity, and a more peaceful and prosperous future for all of us.
The second summit of the European Political Community came to an end. A historic meeting for Europe, for Moldova.
We stand stronger than ever as a community, as a European family and in full solidarity with Ukraine as long as it takes.
We now proudly pass on the baton to Spain.
The European Council has decided to open accession negotiations with Ukraine & Moldova.
#EUCO
granted candidate status to Georgia. And the EU will open negotiations with Bosnia and Herzegovina once the necessary degree of compliance with the membership criteria is reached and
Last night 🇲🇩 President
@sandumaiamd
received the 2022 NDI’s Madeleine Albright Democracy Award, together with leaders of 🇸🇰 Slovakia - President
@ZuzanaCaputova
, 🇱🇹 Lithuania - PM
@IngridaSimonyte
, & 🇺🇦 President
@ZelenskyyUa
. The democratic champions of our times.
Congratulations to Cyprus, Czechia, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Slovakia, and Slovenia on 20 years of 🇪🇺 membership - two decades of unity in the European family!
Congratulations to the European Union!
#StrongerTogether
🇨🇿 🇪🇪 🇨🇾 🇱🇻 🇱🇹 🇭🇺 🇲🇹 🇵🇱 🇸🇮 🇸🇰 🇪🇺
Back in Chisinau after a fruitful visit to Brussels. Just briefed Moldovan journalists on the launch of the screening process for aligning our legislation with the EU standards. Reiterated our commitment to transparency and pledged to keep everyone in the loop on the next steps.
#Moldova
's PAS wins a historic vote for change and reform with a very comfortable majority in Parl to put 🇲🇩 back on the right track. With ~99% votes processed, 3 parties make it to Parl, with PAS getting over 52% of votes, (over 85% abroad) & BECS ~27%. A lot of work ahead!
Thank you for the warm welcome to the Netherlands,
@markrutte
. Appreciate your country’s consistent support as 🇲🇩 continues its rule of law reforms. Your efforts have fostered a closer relationship between our countries and I am committed to further enhancing our bilateral ties.
O întrevedere excelentă cu buna prietenă a țării noastre, ministra
@Odobes1Luminita
. Am discutat despre parcursul european al 🇲🇩 și am convenit să intensificăm cooperarea între instituțiile noastre. Profund recunoscătoare pentru sprijinul neclintit al 🇷🇴 pentru țara noastră.
Together with
@StasSecrieru
, representing Moldova today at the 4th NSA meeting on 🇺🇦 peace formula in Davos 🇨🇭 chaired by
@AndriyYermak
.
Strong participation of 83 states and IOs reflects our collective commitment to achieve a truly lasting and just peace for all Ukrainians.
Mulțumesc
@Odobes1Luminita
pentru urările călduroase. Mă bucură să continuăm buna noastră colaborare și, într-un efort comun, să parcurgem viitoarele etape ale integrării 🇲🇩 în 🇪🇺. Suntem recunoscători că putem conta pe sprijinul necondiționat al 🇷🇴.
Am discutat 📞 cu
@cgherasimov
pentru a o felicita pentru nominalizarea pentru poziția de ministru al afacerilor europene și negociator șef al 🇲🇩. 🇷🇴 continua să fie alături de Republica
#Moldova
în parcursul său către integrarea în 🇪🇺UE.
Very good meeting with
@eu_near
DG,
@GertJanEU
, where we discussed the next steps in Moldova's EU membership process and the initiation of screening.
In our discussion, we examined the details of how the screening will unfold. We are fully committed to starting this process.
The Moldovan government welcomes the submission to the EU Council of the draft Negotiating Framework for 🇲🇩 and 🇺🇦 by the 🇪🇺 Commission.
We look forward to its swift adoption by the Council and to convening the 1st Intergovernmental Conference on Moldova's accesion to the 🇪🇺.
Ukraine and Moldova continue to make progress on their EU path.
We have finalised proposals for draft Negotiating Frameworks for Ukraine and Moldova.
The negotiating frameworks establish the guidelines and principles for the accession negotiations with each candidate country.
Congratulations to my colleague
@MihaiPopsoi
on assuming the role of Moldova’s Deputy PM & FM.
Looking forward to be working with you to advance on our path towards EU membership.
Very grateful to all Moldovans who work in European institutions in Brussels, and who came yesterday to meet, exchange views, and express interest in helping out with our EU accession process. Looking forward to our close cooperation!
Am avut plăcerea să mă întâlnesc cu
@NicolaeCiuca
. Am discutat despre parcursul Republicii Moldova către UE și progresele înregistrate în procesul de integrare europeană. De asemenea, am mulțumit pentru sprijinul substanțial al României în acest sens.
Excellent meeting today with ambassadors of EU member states accredited in Moldova. Discussed priorities for the next few months on our European integration agenda, and thanked them for their support, including the historical decision to open accession talks last December.
Glad to share Moldova's progress and ambitions for fast 🇪🇺 integration with
@FT
. Reiterated importance of pro-EU momentum in 🇲🇩 society to accelerate reforms.
Was a pleasure to meet in Chișinău today
@DanielssonEU
, State Secretary in the Swedish Ministry of European Affairs. Grateful for 🇸🇪's strong support for our country's European path & for our social, and economic reforms as we work hard to strengthen our democratic resilience.
Held a productive kick-off meeting in Brussels yesterday with Moldova's government delegation and
@GertJanEU
and his team. Grateful for the insightful talks on the next steps in our negotiation process with the EU. Excited to move forward together towards a stronger partnership.
Arrived in Brussels with colleagues from the Ministry of Justice & other relevant institutions for screening of chapter 23. Two intense days ahead, analyzing the 🇪🇺legislation on justice & fundamental rights. A crucial 1st step in evaluating & aligning our laws with the 🇪🇺acquis.
Delighted to join the
@Clingendaelorg
roundtable on Moldova's path towards the EU. Shared views on the government's ambitious reform agenda & priorities aimed at accelerating our 🇪🇺 accession path. Reaffirmed our determination and commitment to bring 🇲🇩 into the European family.
It was a pleasure to meet
@EU_MarioNava
and his team today. Grateful for making the Technical Support Instrument available for Moldova. Looking forward to our further cooperation with
@EU_reforms
#TSI
Had an excellent call with
@adamSzlapk
, Minister for the European Union of Poland. Discussed progress on 3 remaining EC recommendations and expressed gratitude for Poland's support on Moldova's EU path. Looking forward to further collaboration.
Moldova's PM-designate Dorin Recean and his government team, awaited in Parliament tomorrow to present proposed government program & ask its vote of confidence.
Had an excellent discussion with
@MiRo_SPD
during his visit in Chisinau today. We discussed 🇲🇩's European agenda, and the government's priorities to strengthen our resilience and security. Grateful for 🇩🇪's solidarity and steadfast support for our democratic transformations.
Had a good first meeting with
@jnbarrot
in Paris today. Discussed latest domestic developments, security in the region & next steps on Moldova's EU accession agenda. Grateful for France's steadfast support and solidarity with the Moldovan people.
Împreună cu
@GeorgeBologan
, consilierul președintelui
@KlausIohannis
, cu care am discutat despre sprijinul Președinției României în drumul nostru către statutul de țară membră cu drepturi depline a Uniunii Europene.
J'ai eu une excellente rencontre avec le groupe d'amitié 🇫🇷–🇲🇩 à l'Assemblée Nationale
@DelphLingemann
. Nous avons discuté de nos priorités des réformes, le processus d’adhésion à l’🇪🇺 et les progrès réalisés. Nous sommes reconnaissants du soutien de la 🇫🇷 à notre chemin vers 🇪🇺.
It was a pleasure to meet today Norway's FM
@EspenBarthEide
during his visit in Chișinău. We discussed Moldova's European agenda, security and economic challenges, and the government's reform priorities. Grateful for 🇳🇴’s strong support and solidarity with the Moldovan people.
A big thank you to our dedicated team at the
@MDmissionEU
for ensuring the smooth organisation of our visit. With colleagues from the diplomatic mission, we're actively working together to bring Moldova into the European family.
Had the honour to give the keynote speech at Europakonferenz on European enlargement policy organised by
@GrueneBundestag
.
Thanked
@ABaerbock
for Germany’s constant support and assistance for our domestic reform agenda.
"You must have the guts to tackle corruption head on, across the board, without compromises or tomorrow's."
@sandumaiamd
at the International Anti-Corruption Conference
#IACC2022
Am avut o discuție productivă cu Titus Corlățean, președintele Comisiei pentru Politică Externă și cu
@VasileDincu
, președintele Comisiei Afaceri Europene din Senatul României, cu care am abordat modalitățile de schimb de bune practici și expertiză în procesul de aderare la UE.
Excellent discussions in Tirana today with
@IgliHasani
on our countries' experiences with EU accession and implementation of reforms. Agreed to enhance our 🇲🇩-🇦🇱 dialogue on EU affairs and continue exchanging best practices. Our countries' future is in the 🇪🇺 family of states!
Had an excellent discussion with Vice-Rector
@EOaniecka
from the College of Europe on how we can work together to get out the best for Moldova from the pre-accession period. Prioritizing civil servant training is key for our EU path. Grateful for openness to collaborate.
Had a good call with Alexandra Papadopoulou, Deputy Foreign Minister at
@GreeceMFA
. We discussed Moldova’s priorities and next steps on our European agenda. Grateful for Greece's continuous support that helps consolidate our democracy and economic resilience.
Had an excellent meeting with DG
@GertJanEU
. Discussed our progress on implementing the latest EC recommendations and internal process reorganization for European integration. Looking forward to continuing our bilateral dialogue.
Had an insightful discussion with
@Bertbuch
about regional security, domestic developments, and our government's European agenda priorities. Grateful for the exchange and France's ongoing support for Moldova's EU aspirations.
Delighted to be in Skopje today to gain insights into the experience of the Republic of North Macedonia on EU integration matters. Citizens of both 🇲🇩 and 🇲🇰 are Europeans at heart, and work hard for our countries to become EU member states one day.
Had an insightful call with
@k_edtstadler
, Federal Minister for the EU and Constitution of Austria. Delved into 🇲🇩's progress on the 3 remaining recommendations & discussed next steps on our 🇪🇺path. Grateful for 🇦🇹's support & looking forward to continued collaboration.
A pleasure to meet
@EESC_President
in 🇲🇩 to discuss the
#ECM
initiative that integrates CSOs from
#Moldova
into EESC's advisory work as part of our 🇪🇺 gradual integration. We also spoke about how citizens can fight disinfo in a joint EESC event organised with 🇲🇩 State University.
Delighted to deliver together with
@SimonasSatunas
the keynote address at "Rethinking and reshaping: EU enlargement in times of war" organised by
@ecfr
& 🇱🇹 Embassy in Paris yesterday.
An accelerated pace of EU enlargement is key for our security, stability & peace in Europe.
Glad to meet
@StefanishynaO
in Brussels today for an in-depth discussion on our countries' accession process, delivery of reforms, and preparation for the next steps.
Agreed to intensify contacts btw our teams to ensure that we make the most of each other's experience.
Had a productive call with
@_MartinDvorak
, Czech Minister for European Affairs. Discussed Moldova's progress on the remaining three recommendations of the European Commission, and next steps on our EU accession path. Grateful for 🇨🇿's support for our European aspirations.
We are proud to announce that the
@collegeofeurope
, in partnership with the
#IPRE
and in cooperation with the Moldovan Bureau for European Integration, launched today a dedicated training program for Moldovan civil servants and civil society experts on
#EU
accession negotiations.
Discussed 🇲🇩's priorities on our 🇪🇺 integration agenda with
@adleande
, 🇫🇮 Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering. Highlighted our commitment to justice reform as key to consolidating our young and vibrant democracy. Grateful for Finland's support on our EU path.
Wonderful news from
#Berlinale
this year: Olga Lucovnicova from
#Moldova
takes home the
#GoldenBear
for the best short film! A powerful story of a powerful woman. Worth watching!
We had some big news for Olga Lucovnicova, who just received the Golden Bear for Best Short Film for her short documentary "My Uncle Tudor" (Nanu Tudor). In this powerful film, Olga dares to confront her dark family history and her own trauma.
#Berlinale
Had a productive meeting with EU Commissioner
@OliverVarhelyi
today in Brussels. Discussed our progress since the historic decision to open accession talks with Moldova and reiterated our commitment to implement the necessary reforms on our EU path.
My sincere congratulations to
@DinoKonakovic
and the people of
#Bosnia
and
#Herzegovina
for opening accession negotiations with the 🇪🇺. Looking forward to advance cooperation on our joint EU path.
In Brussels this week for explanatory screening of key chapters of EU acquis, guided by colleagues from 🇪🇺 Commission.
The determination and hard work of the 🇲🇩 society towards accelerating our EU path is truly inspiring. Honoured to represent my country as we get closer to 🇪🇺.
Delighted to discuss today with
@Tsahkna
Moldova's domestic reform agenda on our European path and challenges ahead as we come closer to presidential elections to be held this autumn.
Grateful for Estonia's steadfast support and solidarity for our democratic transformations.
As I start my visit in Budapest today, had a good first discussion with 🇭🇺 Deputy Prime Minister, Zsolt Semjén. Hungary is a strong supporter of the 🇪🇺 path of Moldova & we look forward to intensifying our cooperation as we get ready for accession negotiations.
Had the pleasure to join "The future of Moldova and Ukraine in the EU" event in Brussels, hosted by
@InstituteGC
. Discussed the joint progress of 🇲🇩 & 🇺🇦 on our EU accession path. Thrilled to meet
@StefanishynaO
and discuss joint priorities for next months.
Excellent discussion with
@JochenFlasbarth
. Thankful for Germany's continuous support and assistance. Moldova's economic development and European integration processes go hand in hand, and we are happy to be able to count on Germany as one of our main partners and supporters.
Opening of 76th session of
#UNGA
with UN SG
@antonioguterres
. Strong statement on the need to strengthen multilaterism for tomorrow. Looking forward to speech by
@sandumaiamd
on how
#Moldova
can contribute to this process.
It was a pleasure to meet
@CarrollJennifer
today & to congratulate her on appointment as 🇮🇪's Minister for 🇪🇺 Affairs and Defence. I thanked her for Ireland's strong support for 🇲🇩's EU accession & I look forward to further exploring new opportunities to enhance 🇲🇩-🇮🇪 ties.
A pleasure to meet 🇭🇺 Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Péter Szijjártó. Expressed gratitude for Hungary’s strong support for the 🇪🇺 integration of Moldova. Our strong 🇲🇩-🇭🇺 strategic partnership, political dialogue and economic cooperation help us advance on our EU path.
Thank you
@SMuresan
for the invitation to share most recent progress registered on our 🇪🇺 accession path, and on implementation of the 3 remaining EC recommendations with the
@Europarl_EN
Delegation with 🇲🇩. Grateful for the constant and unweavering support of the 🇪🇺 Parliament.
Moldovan PM
@natgavrilita
resigned today.
It's been an honor to work with you and your government.
Thank you, Natalia, for your courage, dedication, and determination to make Moldova a better home for all of us.
Excellent meeting with
@AnnaLuehrmann
where we discussed our EU priorities as well as the progress made on domestic reforms. Encouraged by our shared commitment to advancing Moldova's European integration process. Grateful for the exchange and ongoing support.
Excellent meeting with
@k_edtstadler
today. Agreed to expand our already strong 🇦🇹-🇲🇩 cooperation and strengthen dialogue on 🇪🇺 affairs. Grateful for the support and assistance of the Austrian government for our European path and domestic reforms.
Had an excelllent exchange with
@SimonasSatunas
, 🇱🇹 Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. Shared most recent developments on 3 🇪🇺 Commission recommendations & agreed on strengthening cooperation regarding our EU accession. Grateful for 🇱🇹's unweavering support for our EU path.
Wrapping up the week in Brussels with screening of EU acquis chapters 7, 8, and 9.
Grateful for the productive dialogue with the 🇪🇺 Commission, and looking forward to accelerating our EU accession process.
Great to meet
@JanosBoka_HU
, today. Discussed Hungary’s priorities for its upcoming 🇪🇺 Council Presidency, Moldova’s next steps on the EU path, and exchanged views on how an enlarged Union can respond to the challenges of our time.
Köszönöm a lehetőséget!
Senior Fellow
@LukeDCoffey
leads a discussion on the view from Kyiv and Chișinău with Political Director of the
@MFA_Ukraine
Liubov Nepop 🇺🇦 and Senior Advisor to the President of the Republic of Moldova
@cgherasimov
🇲🇩.
Live now:
Had a good meeting with 🇪🇺 Commissioner
@dreynders
. Discussed the 🇲🇩's ambitious justice reform agenda & recent progress in our EU accession process, emphasizing the importance of a vetted justice system for our European path. Thanked
@EU_Justice
for its support in this process.
Had a great conversation with Jonas Liisberg, State Secretary for European Affairs and the Arctic at
@DanishMFA
. Discussed Moldova's EU accession priorities & domestic developments. Grateful for 🇩🇰's support for our 🇪🇺 path. Looking forward to deeper cooperation on EU affairs.
In Brussels today and tomorrow for the explanatory sessions for chapters 4 & 6 of the EU acquis.
Looking forward to enriching discussions with our colleagues from the 🇪🇺 Commission.
Had a good exchange with
@HankeBruinsSlot
, 🇳🇱 Minister of Foreign Affairs. Discussed our current priorities on the EU agenda and progress registered on the implementation of the remaining 🇪🇺 recommendations. Grateful for Dutch support & looking forward to continued cooperation.
Had a fruitful exchange with Undine Ruge discussing the ongoing screening process & the progress on fulfilling the EU Commission recommendations. Grateful for the support & assistance in the EU integration process, as we stand committed to our EU path.
Glad to talk to
@JessikaRoswall
, 🇸🇪Minister for EU Affairs about Moldova's achievements so far on our EU path & our priorities for 2024. Grateful for Sweden's strong support and commitment to strengthening our partnership.
Delighted to take part in “Europe Day 2024: The success story of enlargement” conference in Vienna today and share 🇲🇩's vision on the future of enlargement. Grateful for all the 🇪🇺 support for our reform efforts to join the European Union family.
Important milestone for Moldova's cooperation with
@OECD
reached today. The MoU signed by
@nicupopescu
at
@OECDeurasia
week in Paris strengthens our commitment to the speedy modernisation of our country.
An important moment for Moldova's cooperation with
@OECD
- Together with SG
@MathiasCormann
and Deputy PM
@dumitru_alaiba
, we signed an MoU solidifying our commitment to strategic reforms in line with the organisation's standards. Will continue the modernisation of our country.
Great to be in touch with
@JanosBoka_HU
, Hungary's Minister for EU Affairs. Discussed Moldova's progress on the remaining three recommendations of the Commission and agreed to strengthen our dialogue. Grateful for Hungary's support for our European aspirations.
Thankful for opportunity to discuss with
@Matznetter
and his colleagues in the Foreign Affairs Committee of the National Council of 🇦🇹 Moldova’s European reform agenda & next steps in our EU pre-accession process. Grateful for Austria’s support and assistance for the people of 🇲🇩
Had an engaging call with
@markostucin
, 🇸🇮 State Secretary for EU Affairs, diving into Moldova's EU pre-accession priorities, domestic reform agenda, and our next steps in the negotiations process with 🇪🇺. Excited to continue working together towards stronger 🇲🇩-🇸🇮 ties.
Had a productive call with Tiago Antunes
@AEuropeus
, 🇵🇹 State Secretary for European Affairs. Discussed Moldova's priorities re our European path in months ahead & our progress on implementing the 🇪🇺 Commission's remaining recommendations. Eager to foster closer 🇲🇩-🇵🇹ties ahead!
Had a fruitful meeting at
@OCDE_fr
with María del Pilar Garrido Gonzalo and
@EPilichowski
. Discussed recent MoU, emphasizing its role in accelerating Moldova's EU accession by enhancing reform implementation in key areas. Grateful for support and looking forward to collaboration.
Delighted to have a first 📞 discussion with
@RaffaeleFitto
, Minister for European Affairs of Italy, discussing Moldova's reform agenda and EU accession path.
Grateful for Italy's commitment to supporting Moldova's transformation journey towards joining the EU.