Moldova Presents Convergence Fund Projects to the UK

Moldova presented the objectives of the Convergence Fund and joint projects to the UK

Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, Valeriu Chiveri, discussed bilateral cooperation, the Transnistrian settlement and support for residents on both banks of the Dniester with the UK Minister for Europe, Lord Wood, in London. The parties paid particular attention to the Convergence Fund and projects aimed at reducing socio-economic disparities between the two banks of the Dniester.

Lord Wood and Valeriu Chiveri

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The meeting took place as part of Valeriu Chiveri’s working visit to London. According to the Moldovan side, the interlocutors reaffirmed the strategic nature of the partnership between Moldova and the UK, emphasising the strengthening of the country’s resilience and support for the reform agenda.

The Deputy Prime Minister briefed the British Minister on the latest developments in the Transnistrian settlement process and outlined the measures being taken by the Moldovan authorities as part of the reintegration policy. The discussion centred on initiatives aimed at supporting residents on both banks of the Dniester.

In particular, the Moldovan side outlined the objectives of the Convergence Fund and the projects planned for the benefit of Moldovan citizens living in the Transnistrian region. Their aim is to reduce socio-economic disparities between the two banks of the Dniester.

The UK supports a peaceful settlement

Special mention was made of the role played by projects implemented with British support. According to the Moldovan side, these projects help to build trust between communities on both banks of the Dniester and support economic development.

Valeriu Chiveri thanked the British authorities for their continued support for a peaceful resolution to the Transnistrian conflict, whilst respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova.

Following the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining an ongoing dialogue and close cooperation to further strengthen their strategic partnership.

The programme for the Moldovan Deputy Prime Minister’s visit to London also includes meetings and talks with British officials on reintegration policy.

This story was translated with the assistance of artificial intelligence.The translation was also reviewed by the Logos Press editorial team.

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