Events

At the start of spring, we gathered with members and coordinators of the EU Information Centres and Euro Clubs network at the EU Accelerator to map out ideas and initiatives for the near future.

No sooner said than done! Participants carried out surveys in their communities to test their ideas — and now it’s time to review the results and put the plans into action.

For two days, young people from the Euro Clubs and EU Information Centres across Moldova came together in an extended format to turn local perceptions of European values into concrete actions that promote the EU’s principles — through workshops, interactive debates, and hands-on feedback sessions.

EU Accelerator 2.0 is a marathon of creativity and critical thinking. It’s how we promote a participatory approach, empowering young people to become active ambassadors of European values in their communities.

We warmly welcomed a new generation of talented and motivated young people ready to become the voice of European values in their communities. This weekend, the newest members of the Young European Ambassadors (YEAs) network officially stepped into their roles as volunteers during the Young European Ambassadors’ Academy event.

– Young people from across the country met for the first time and formed new friendships.
– Through interactive games, they learned how to negotiate and work effectively in teams.
– They were inspired by a powerful speech from Silvia Grant, Team Leader of the EU’s Regional Communication Programme for the Eastern Neighbourhood | Strategic Communication and Public Diplomacy.
– They discovered the many opportunities and resources available to them through the YEAs network.

The Young European Ambassadors initiative, supported by the European Union, aims to build a vibrant network of young people who exchange ideas, share experiences, and promote EU values and opportunities in their communities.

In April 2025, the team from the Media Centre for Youth launched the MIL Comics Roadshow — a media literacy campaign that will reach 16 communities across Moldova, from north to south. Its goal is to help young people better understand the challenges of the online environment, including information sources, online safety, the influence of bloggers, and civic activism.

The campaign features a set of printed comics designed for teenagers and includes interactive activities. Among these is an academic debate on online safety, where two teams argue their points using evidence, examples, and critical thinking. This helps participants develop their analytical and communication skills.

An online quiz is also part of the campaign, featuring questions about the comic characters. Youth who test their digital knowledge and win receive prizes.

The MIL Comics Roadshow extends to social media platforms, while a branded minibus with campaign visuals ensures visibility during community visits. Activities are held in Romanian or Russian, depending on the region, so all young participants can understand the messages and engage actively.

The project aims to reach as many young people as possible throughout the country, helping them navigate the digital world safely and mindfully, while providing them with accessible tools to understand the online environment.

What is MIL Comics?
It’s a comic book story — a visual, accessible and engaging format that helps teenagers explore online challenges and learn how to avoid manipulation on social media, disinformation, and hate speech spread by trolls and bots. The comics are available in print and digital format, in both Romanian and Russian.

“It was my first time debating, and I realized how important it is to have solid arguments, not just opinions. The topic of online safety really opened my eyes — a lot of the content I see every day isn’t fact-checked. Now I know what to look out for and how to talk about it.”
— Vlad, 17, Hîncești

“The comics gave me a clear example of how easily we can be manipulated.”
— Anastasia, 16, Abaclia

The team behind the Media Centre for Youth hopes this campaign will empower as many young people as possible to navigate the online space with confidence and awareness.

The MIL Comics Roadshow is part of the “TRIMEDIA – Trusted Journalism, Impactful Media, Engaged Communities” project, implemented jointly by DW Akademie and the Association of Independent Press, with financial support from the European Union and co-financing by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

The boldest ideas, the brightest minds, and the most ambitious visions came together at Moldova Startup Summit 2025. Out of dozens of teams competing in the Startup World Cup Moldova National Pitching Competition, only 10 made it to the grand finale. On the competition stage, Gleb Babii, a 25-year-old Moldovan entrepreneur and the founder & CEO of Aspect Health, truly stood out.

His startup, a revolutionary healthtech solution, aims to transform how we approach women’s health. Gleb will now represent Moldova on the global stage at the Startup World Cup in San Francisco, where he will pitch in front of top-tier investors and innovation leaders for a chance to win the $1,000,000 grand prize. And that’s not all: Gleb Babii has made history by becoming the youngest Moldovan ever nominated to the prestigious Forbes Under 30 list – and the first ever in the Healthcare category.

Gleb Babii, Founder & CEO, Aspect Health: “When you’re just starting out, you don’t have much capital to spend on visibility, and events like these provide exactly the exposure you need. For me, it’s even more meaningful that this opportunity is happening right here in Moldova. Founders from our region often struggle to reach international investors — I know that firsthand. That’s why I’m incredibly grateful to connect with key players in the industry and to represent Moldova on the main stage in San Francisco.”

Aspect Health is a startup focused on women’s hormonal health, founded just a few years ago. By combining cutting-edge wearable tech with artificial intelligence and personalized coaching, the startup offers customized health programs for women. Their wearable devices provide real-time, personalized data, helping users understand and manage hormonal imbalances more effectively.

Gleb Babii, Founder & CEO, Aspect Health: “Our AI model delivers precise, personalized recommendations around nutrition, sleep, and lifestyle habits, tailored to each individual’s needs and conditions. Aspect Health supports women in reaching their health goals — whether it’s balancing hormones, losing weight, reducing acne, or improving fertility. We’re currently operating in the U.S., where we’ve seen incredible growth — from $300,000 to over $3 million in revenue in just 10 months.”

10 Startups, One Vision: Innovating for a Better Future
The 10 startup finalists showcased groundbreaking solutions in fields ranging from healthcare and coaching to music. Each team addressed real-world problems with fresh, forward-thinking approaches. With support from mentors and insights gained during the “Investors Pitching” session, these startups not only built confidence but clarified their growth strategies and unlocked new opportunities for funding and collaboration.

Ana Valiuli, representative of SONR – a startup with two tech products sold in 65 countries: “These competitions are incredibly important. First, they allow you to connect with people who share your mindset, and second, they give you a chance to pitch directly to investors and show them what you’re building and how. But most importantly, they inspire others who haven’t yet launched a startup to believe it’s possible. A startup born in Moldova doesn’t stop here. We’ve already proven that we can go further — and we will.”

The jury included international tech experts and seasoned investors who are passionate
about the future of startups in the region.

Irina Mishka, Jury Member, Investment Manager at 4K Investment: “I believe the appetite of international investors for smaller countries like Moldova — and this region of Europe — has grown significantly in recent years. We’re seeing more and more talent that has matured through exposure to large companies and is now launching its own startups. This dynamic has helped develop regional talent, and investors are recognizing the opportunity — highly innovative, globally scalable products, built with lower costs and greater flexibility.”

Moldova Startup Summit: A Real Launchpad for Global Ambitions

The support provided through the Moldova Startup Summit opens real doors for
founders: access to international startup hubs, exclusive mentorship sessions with top
industry experts, and the chance to stand out in front of global investors. This summit isn’t
just an event — it’s a launchpad for startups with bold ambitions and long-term growth
potential.

Olga Melniciuc, CEO, Startup Moldova Foundation: “The impact of this summit is huge. Some may think these events are just for showcasing results, but for us, it’s much more than that. Yes, we’re showing what we’ve accomplished in the past year — and we have every reason to be proud: more partners engaged, more startups, more jobs created, and founders who are now talking numbers, not just ideas. This summit proves that our ecosystem has enormous potential. It’s not just a success for Startup Moldova — it’s a collective achievement shared by the entire ecosystem: the organizations we work with, our corporate and institutional partners, and the investors who believe in Moldova. When they believe, we believe — and we have something real to show for it. I’m convinced next year we’ll go even further.”

The Moldova Startup Summit 2025 gathered over 1,200 participants, speakers, and investors from 30 countries, creating meaningful opportunities for networking, idea exchange, and inspiration. It brought together startup founders, entrepreneurs seeking funding, business professionals, investors, and tech enthusiasts eager to discover the latest global trends.

Organized With Support From: EU4Innovation East Project, funded by the European Union, co-funded by the French Government and implemented by Expertise France, EIT (European Institute of Innovation & Technology), Swedish Government, UMAEF, and Swiss Government via Helvetas and the OPTIM Project.

The Eastern Partnership Civil Society Facility Project is pleased to announce the 2nd Call for Applications for its 2025 EU-funded Fellowship programme! 

This Call for Civil Society Fellows is open to all citizens of the Eastern Partnership countries (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine) regardless of their current location. The submission of Concept Notes must be made online by May 31, 2025.

Applications can be made online following the guidelines for priorities and eligibility, with extra evaluation points available to all applicants meeting the criteria of the ‘Call’s’ special theme: ‘Countering Misinformation and Disinformation’. You can find out more information by reading the 2025 Fellowship Application Guidelines.  

You can only make one application per Call, but if you’re not successful on one Call, you can always make a new application on future Calls. Learn more here.

We offer a temporary post of Budget Officer– Initiation, in the Finance, Contracts and Audit section. The selected person will provide assistance with the preparation of procurement –related documents, will participate in evaluation committees, will draft evaluation reports and related correspondence, and will be involved in the subsequent contract-management and payments-related activities of the section. 

We are

The European Union (EU) is an economic and political partnership between 27 European countries. It plays an important role in international affairs through diplomacy, trade, development aid and working with global organisations. Abroad, the EU is represented through more than 140 diplomatic representations, known also as EU Delegations, which have a similar function to those of an embassy. 

We offer

We offer a temporary post of Budget Officer– Initiation, in the Finance, Contracts and Audit section. The selected person will provide assistance with the preparation of procurement –related documents, will participate in evaluation committees, will draft evaluation reports and related correspondence, and will be involved in the subsequent contract-management and payments-related activities of the section. 

Duration: indicative (12 months)

Place of employment:  EU Delegation in Chisinau, Republic of Moldova.

Working hours: 37,5 hours/week.

Local Agent position: Group I

Monthly Basic gross salary: 2797 EUR.

We look for motivated candidates, who can demonstrate the following:

Qualifications: University level degree in the domains: economics, trade, accounting, finance, audit or law.

Professional experience: at least 3 years in the following domains: procurement, contract management, economics, accounting, finance, audit, or law. Experience in an international environment will be considered an asset.

Knowledge of IT tools:

Excellent PC skills, particularly with Microsoft Office applications. 

Competences:

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent time-management skills
• Strong sense of loyalty and commitment
• Ability to deliver output of highest standard under pressure and within tight deadlines
• Consistent attention to detail
• Ability to conceptualise problems, identify and implement solutions
• Capacity to analyse and structure information
• Drafting skills
• Negotiation skills
• Capacity to act upon problems
• Ability to work in a proactive and autonomous way
• Flexibility (openness towards new demands, etc.)
• Capacity to deliver in a structured way
• Planning capacity
• Ability to work in a team
• Diplomatic skills
• Confidentiality

Languages:

Very good working level of English and Romanian. Knowledge of another EU language is an asset.

A full job-description is attached to this vacancy announcement 

How to apply

Please send your application[i] and supporting documents to Delegation-moldova-jobs@eeas.europa.eu clearly indicating for which post you apply. The package should include a short cover letter in English and a detailed CV using the English language template available at:

Procedure

After the deadline for applications, the applications will be reviewed by a Selection Committee set up for this purpose. The Selection Committee will prepare a short-list of candidates who are considered to be the most suitable for the post based on a preliminary assessment of the information provided in their application letter and the supporting documents.

Short-listed candidates will be invited to a written test followed by a job interview.

Citizenship

This post is a local-agent post. Applicants must be citizens of Moldova or have valid work and residence permits.

The deadline for submission:

23 May 2025 by 18:00 local time. Late applications will not be accepted.

Additional information

The Delegation will not supply additional information or discuss the selection procedure by telephone. Please address any queries to Delegation-moldova-jobs@eeas.europa.eu

More than 100 residents of Taraclia gathered yesterday at the local House of Culture for a discussion with the Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of Moldova. Among the participants were mayors from surrounding villages, representatives of the district administration, local entrepreneurs, and members of civil society.

The conversation focused on EU funding opportunities available to local authorities and businesses, EU support for infrastructure development, and the importance of preserving the cultural identity of the Bulgarian community in southern Moldova.

Alongside EU Ambassador Jānis Mažeiks, who spoke about Moldova’s development prospects thanks to EU funding, Bulgarian Ambassador Maya Dobreva shared lessons learned by rural communities in Bulgaria during their country’s EU accession process.

The discussion addressed real concerns of the region’s residents and highlighted that Moldova’s European journey starts with community dialogue.

The visit to Taraclia was part of the EU Talks series — a platform for dialogue between EU officials and citizens of the Republic of Moldova.

The EU-funded Twinning Project “Strengthening the Capacities of the Moldovan Parliament and its Role in the EU Accession Process” (Twinning Reference MD 21 NDICI OT 01 24 (MD/42)) is seeking to recruit an Assistant to the Resident Twinning Advisor (RTA).

This project will be implemented in close cooperation between the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova (as the beneficiary) and the Consortium formed by the Hellenic Parliament as the Lead MS Partner, alongside the administrations of the Parliament of Romania, the Italian Chamber of Deputies, the Hungarian National Assembly, and the Austrian Parliament as Junior MS Partners.

The overall objective is to facilitate the Republic of Moldova’s Accession Process to the European Union. The specific objective is to ensure an efficient, transparent, and participatory legislative process in the context of EU Acquis approximation and to strengthen parliamentary oversight through greater accountability for government decisions. The project will involve many activities, including expert missions, seminars, workshops, study visits, internships, drafting legislation, strategies, and implementation plans, among others. Therefore, a project Resident Twinning Advisor (RTA) from Greece (the Hellenic Parliament) will be stationed in Chisinau.

The RTA will be assisted by two local assistants: one RTA assistant and one RTA language assistant. The RTA will oversee the overall coordination and content of the activities and evaluate the project’s progress, while the project assistant and language assistant will manage project administration, logistics, translation, and interpretation. The RTA assistant will focus on project administration, logistics, drafting minutes etc., while the RTA language assistant will concentrate on translation and interpretation. However, both assistants must be able to replace and support each other when necessary.

Deliverables – Tasks of the RTA Assistant

Under the guidance of the Resident Twinning Adviser (RTA), the RTA Assistant is expected to serve as a principal assistant to the RTA and fulfill the following duties:

• Perform all necessary administrative tasks, including filing all project materials and maintaining all financial records (bookkeeping), in line with the EC procedures for external assistance and the Twinning Manual (Revision 2017 – Update 2022);

• Support the RTA as a personal assistant in his duties of general daily management, project administration, and coordination of project implementation;

• Act as a principal assistant to visiting Project Leader (PL), Junior Project Leaders (JPLs) and short-term experts (STEs);

• Aid RTA in his relations with public offices relevant to project activities;

• Establish and maintain on behalf of the project regular contacts with Beneficiary Country (hereinafter “BC”) officials involved in each of the activities and the project management, national and international experts, governmental and non-governmental organizations, stakeholders, etc.

• Prepare, organize, and support local actions of RTA, Project Leader (hereinafter “PL”), Junior Project Leaders, Deputy Project Leader (hereinafter “DPL”), Project Officer (hereinafter “PO”), and Member State (hereinafter “MS”) experts, and give support during missions by providing relevant information, making travel arrangements and hotel reservations; 

• Support the preparation of the required documentation for expert missions, trainings, and Steering Committees, edit minutes and Mission Certificates, Side Letters, etc.;

• Accompany or represent the RTA in committees, working party meetings, workshops, and seminars, including missions and field visits to regions, if any;

• Assist in the organization of meetings, seminars, conferences, training activities, workshops, study visits, and other project related events (printing and photocopying of materials, arranging rooms, equipment for presentations, etc.);

• Assist management reporting (progress, completion), draft and edit texts relevant to the project (newsletters, press releases, power point presentations, substantive documents, etc.);

• Draft programs for MS experts, agendas and minutes of meetings and any other relevant documents;

• Participate in the preparation of studies and documents in areas covered by the Twinning (research and information collection, analysis and summarization of data, monitoring of activities, etc.);

• Support the RTA, PL, DPL and PO in organization and management of project communication (web site, business cards, project logo, brochures, pamphlet, information documents, etc.) and of project visibility (organization of workshops, seminars, study tours, following up of visibility events, etc.);

• Present and promote the work of the project positively, contributing to the development of the Twinning communication strategy;

• Manage social media accounts and web platforms of the project under the supervision of the RTA;

• Standard office/secretarial activities: answering phone calls, organizing and filing all project materials and maintaining financial records, sending and receiving correspondence, e-mails, providing general clerical/desk office work, etc.;

• Develop and maintain close working contacts and relations with BC PL, JPLs and RTA Counterparts, and other BC officials involved in the project;

• Translate and interpret in the daily relations with the RTA, the staff of the BC and MS experts, and other relevant stakeholders in compliance with the project necessities;

• Assist MS experts in matters related to language problems or other problems emerging from living and working in a foreign country;

• Interpret during seminars, conferences, meetings, workshops, study visits, and other project related-events from Romanian to English and vice versa, when needed;

• Translate documents, legislation, and regulations, policy documents, implementation plans, reports, training materials, information materials, PowerPoint presentations, take minutes, prepare notes and summary records and other written materials necessary for the project from Romanian to English and vice versa;

• Follow the Project policy regarding behavior, appearance, health, safety, security, payment regimes and use of Project equipment, etc.;

Requirements for the RTA Assistant

The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:

• University degree*, preferably in Law or Political Sciences, or in another related field; Familiarization with parliamentary issues would be an asset;

• To hold the Republic of Moldova citizenship or having valid residence and working permits in Moldova;

• Excellent command of spoken and written English and Romanian language;

• Computer literacy (e.g. MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet);

• Excellent abilities in drafting documents;

• Experience or eagerness in devising and implementing a communication/visibility strategy;

• Ability to manage several tasks simultaneously;

• Understanding of digital marketing strategy and social media management;

• Some understanding of financial management;

• Excellent organizational and communication skills;

• Able to work independently as well as part of a team and be initiative and flexible;

• Maintain confidentiality in all matters relating to the realization and management of the project;

• Applicants should not be civil servants or on leave in the Beneficiary administration (Parliament of Moldova) during at least the six months preceding their hiring;

• Applicants may not have or recently have had any contractual relation with the Beneficiary administration (Parliament of Moldova) during at least the 6 months preceding their hiring;

• Applicants shall not have been involved either in the selection process or in the drafting of the Twinning Contract.

(*) Lack of a university degree may be compensated by current studies near completion, skills, and a substantial amount of relevant work experience.

The following skills will be considered an asset for RTA Assistant:

• Experience in EU-funded projects, especially as RTA Assistant in a former Twinning project;

• Experience of working for the Parliament of Moldova or the government in the past (excluding the 6 months preceding the hiring, as above mentioned) or knowledge of parliamentary procedures;

• Experience of working in an international environment;

• Professional knowledge of digital marketing and social media management;

• Knowledge of EU policies and institutions;

• Knowledge of Moldavian constitutional/parliamentary framework;

Duration and remuneration of the contract

• duration: till beginning February 2027 (start date: May 2025)

• full-time (40 hours per week)

• (gross and all-inclusive) salary: 1500 € per month

• contract type: fixed-term service contract

The payment will be done according to the terms of the contract. The contract will be signed by both parties for the remaining implementation period of the Project. The assistant will be contracted by the Member State, Greece, namely the European Projects Implementation Service of the Hellenic Parliament. It will be his/her sole responsibility to comply with all legal requirements for self-employment as well as to cover all related taxes and charges.

The RTA Assistant will be employed full-time and stationed in Chisinau, at the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova (105 Stefan cel Mare Avenue, 2073, Chisinau). He/she will report to the Resident Twinning Adviser.

How to Apply – Selection procedures:

Please send your CV using Europass templates (https://europa.eu/europass/en), and a letter of application quoting “RTA Assistant” to both of the following e-mail addresses:

twinning.moldova@parliament.gr

victor.besleaga@parlament.md

Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview. The date and place of the interview will be additionally indicated to the short-listed candidates.

The following documents should be annexed in scanned versions to the application:

• Certificate in educational qualification;

• Certificate of language knowledge (English);

• References from previous employer(s), if available.

The RTA Assistant may be placed on a one (1) month probation period consisting of the assignment of actual deliverables under close supervision by the Project team, for performance evaluation.

Deadline for applications

Interested candidates are requested to apply by submitting their CV and the cover letter by the 6th of May 2025.

More on EU Twinning projects: http://ec.europa.eu/enlargement/tenders/twinning/index_en.htm 

The Council decided to prolong EU restrictive measures against those responsible for actions aimed at destabilizing, undermining or threatening the sovereignty and independence of the Republic of Moldova, until 29 April 2026.

These restrictive measures currently apply to a total of 16 individuals and 2 entities.

Those listed under the EU sanctions regime are subject to an asset freeze. It is also prohibited to make available funds or economic resources to them, either directly or indirectly. Additionally, a travel ban applies to the natural persons listed, preventing them from entering and transiting through the territories of EU Member States.

In its conclusions of 21-22 March 2024, the European Council reaffirmed its commitment to provide all relevant support to the Republic of Moldova in addressing the challenges it faces as a consequence of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, and to strengthen the country’s resilience, security and stability in the face of destabilising activities by Russia and its proxies.

EU restrictive measures were first introduced in April 2023 at the request of the Republic of Moldova in order to target persons responsible for supporting or implementing actions which undermine or threaten its sovereignty and independence, as well as the country’s democracy, the rule of law, stability or security.

Efforts to destabilise Moldova have noticeably increased since the beginning of the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine, and represent a direct threat to the stability and security of the external borders of the EU.

The EU remains unwavering in its support for the Republic of Moldova and its peace, resilience, security, stability, and economic growth in the face of destabilizing activities by external actors. Learn more here.

The European Union has reaffirmed its strong commitment to the security of the Republic of Moldova by providing tangible support to the country’s law enforcement and defence institutions. During an official visit to Chisinau, European Commission Vice-President and High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, attended a presentation showcasing key equipment and technologies delivered by the EU through the Integrated Response Mechanism for Ukraine project and the European Peace Facility.

The event gathered representatives from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Ministry of Defence, the EU Delegation to the Republic of Moldova, and other senior government officials. Cutting-edge equipment for the General Police Inspectorate’s Special Police Brigade “Fulger” was displayed, including a mobile command centre, bulletproof vests, protective helmets, specialized vehicles, software and communication equipment. Additionally, the National Army showcased engineering equipment, a fully equipped field hospital, modern ambulances, drones and a robotic intervention tool.

“These contributions from the European Union play a vital role in strengthening the security of the Republic of Moldova by enhancing the response capacity of the internal security forces in the face of growing hybrid threats,” said Minister of Internal Affairs Daniella Misail-Nichitin.

Defence Minister Anatoli Nosatii also emphasized the importance of the support provided through the European Peace Facility: “We are grateful that the European Union launched the European Peace Facility in 2021. That same year, the Council of Europe approved the first financial assistance package of €7 million for Moldova’s defence sector. Some of the equipment and technology purchased with this funding was showcased today. I want to take this opportunity to express gratitude to the EU Member States which, through this initiative, are helping to promote peace and security in the region. Together with our European partners, we are building a safer Moldova,” said Minister Nosatii.

European Commission Vice-President and High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, reaffirmed EU’s commitment to strengthening Moldova’s security:

“The European Union continues to support Moldova. Since 2022, we have provided €197 million to assist Moldova’s armed forces and police and we will continue to stand by you. Defence is not only about military strength. It is also about communication, support for civilians, demining efforts, and ensuring the police and army have the equipment they need to be effective.”

The strategic dialogue held during the visit focused on enhancing European security cooperation, particularly through the EU’s Foreign Policy Instrument (FPI) and the European Peace Facility (EPF). Both instruments contribute to building Moldova’s institutional resilience and ability to respond to regional security challenges.

“Strengthening the response capabilities of our forces is key to resilience in the face of an atypical war – one that relies on unconventional tactics and technologies. The European Union’s contribution is essential to our national security and we deeply value the fact that we are standing together in these decisive times,” emphasized the Minister of Internal Affairs.

The event marked a reaffirmation of the strategic partnership with the European Union and a significant step toward a safer Moldova, prepared to face the challenges of an increasingly complex security landscape.

24 апреля мы с радостью приняли в Europe Café вице-президента Европейской Комиссии Каю Каллас на встрече с Послами Европейской Молодежи. В ходе живого и содержательного диалога Кая Каллас отметила, что молодежь — это не только будущее страны, но и ее настоящее. Именно поэтому так важно слышать голос молодых, обмениваться идеями и обсуждать, что можно улучшить уже сегодня.

Во встрече также принял участие вице-премьер, министр иностранных дел Республики Молдова Михаил Попшой.

Молодые участники диалога подняли важные темы, в том числе:
– этапы интеграции Молдовы в Европейский Союз;
– основные препятствия на этом пути;
– способность ЕС справляться с глобальными вызовами.

В ходе обсуждений было подчеркнуто, что устойчивое продвижение на пути евроинтеграции требует решительных и последовательных реформ — особенно в сфере правосудия. Успешная реализация реформ укрепляет доверие партнёров и открывает двери к дальнейшей интеграции.

Также прозвучала мысль, что подготовка к вступлению в ЕС — не менее важный процесс, чем само членство. Ключевым является укрепление экономики, государственных институтов и способность устойчиво внедрять европейские стандарты.

Контекстная информация

Для Каи Каллас это первый визит в Молдову в качестве члена Европейской Комиссии — эту должность она занимает с 1 декабря 2024 года. В рамках официальной поездки она провела встречи с Президентом Республики Молдова Майей Санду, Премьер-министром Дорином Речаном, вице-премьером и министром иностранных дел Михаилом Попшоем, а также с другими высокопоставленными лицами.

Среди ключевых тем обсуждений — прогресс Молдовы на пути в ЕС, поддержка со стороны Европейского Союза через План Экономического Роста, а также помощь, оказываемая в сфере безопасности и обороны через Европейский Инструмент Мира.

The Center for Continuing Education in the Electoral Field (CICDE) announces that the Special Prize for schools in Moldova in the international essay competition organized by the Authority for European Political Parties and European Political Foundations (APPF) was won by the 10th grade B from the “Mihail Sadoveanu” Theoretical High School in Chisinau, under the guidance of teacher Maria Stoian.

The competition, titled “EU Democracy and Digital Transformation: What are the Challenges and Opportunities for Democratic Processes?” , brought together 13 classes from across the country, with students challenged to express their thoughts and visions in writing and video on how digital technology influences European democracy.

The winning essay was selected following a rigorous international evaluation process, and the 10th grade B students will benefit from a unique experience: a guided tour of one of the European Parliament’s headquarters – in Brussels or Strasbourg – where they will have the opportunity to interact with European personalities and better understand how the European institutions work.

“The only authentic path to success in a competition is the combination of effort, perseverance, courage and dedication. Only in this way will the result not be a simple victory, but a triumph with an echo – profound, lasting and worthy of remembrance. We simply do not know any other recipe” – declared teacher Maria Stoian, coordinator of the winning class.

The trip is planned to take place in May-June, and all expenses will be covered by APPF for up to 30 students and two teachers.

CICDE congratulates the winning class, the coordinating teacher and the entire community of the “Mihail Sadoveanu” High School for their involvement, creativity and valuable contribution to promoting European democratic values ​​among the young generation.

We remind you that the initiative of this competition belongs to the Authority for European Political Parties and European Political Foundations (APPF), with the Center for Continuing Education in the Electoral Field (CICDE) participating as a partner organization in the Republic of Moldova.