EuroQuiz 2026: students across the country learn about Europe through competition and dialogue
Thousands of students from the Republic of Moldova are taking part in this year’s edition of the national EuroQuiz competition – an educational initiative that brings young people closer to the values and institutions of the European Union (EU).
The district stage of the competition is taking place nationwide. In Ialoveni district, 12 student teams gathered at the “Gheorghe Palade” Theoretical High School in the village of Puhoi to compete and showcase their knowledge. The event was attended by the Minister of Education and Research, Dan Perciun, and the EU Ambassador to the Republic of Moldova, Iwona Piórko, alongside teachers and students involved in the competition.
During the event, Dan Perciun highlighted the role of young people in the country’s European path: “Today, we are engaging in a fun activity – we communicate and answer questions. Yet behind this effort lies a very serious discussion – about the direction the Republic of Moldova wants to take in the coming years and the choices we make as a society. The European Union is not only about prosperity. Above all, it is about values – at least that is how I see it. This is why, at the Government, we are making every effort to move forward more quickly. We want a society where people’s rights are respected – a prosperous and secure society.”
EU Ambassador to Moldova Iwona Piórko said: “You are the ones who are going to shape Moldova’s future in the European Union. You are truly the ones who will not only benefit from it, but also contribute. What you do, the choices you make, and how you engage will help define Moldova’s place in Europe.”
EuroQuiz 2026 brings together 827 teams from across the country, totaling nearly 5,000 students from grades 9 to 12, guided by around 800 teachers. The initiative promotes knowledge about the European Union – from its history and institutions to its culture and values – through an interactive and engaging format tailored to young people.
In addition to the competition rounds, the event also included a Q&A session, where students engaged directly with officials to discuss opportunities offered by EU and the future of education.
The district stage will be followed by the national final, scheduled for May 8 in Chișinău. The winning team will receive a special prize – a study visit to Brussels, where students will have the opportunity to explore European institutions firsthand.
EuroQuiz 2026 is organized by the Bureau for European Integration and the Ministry of Education and Research, with the support of the European Union.
