News about European integration
MILAN — At the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney described a “rift” in the global order and called on middle powers to “act collectively.” He warned that while great powers may (for now) afford to “go it alone” in this new Hobbesian world, middle powers must come to the negotiating table. Otherwise, they risk ending up “on the menu.”
Moldova will receive 100 million euros from the EU to strengthen its air defense, marking the largest European defense aid package ever approved for the country.
Moldova has announced that it will officially open negotiations on EU accession under Cluster 6, “External Relations.”
On July 10, members of the People’s Assembly (the legislative body) of Gagauzia held an extraordinary session, during which they adopted an official statement regarding the decision of the Constitutional Court of Moldova dated July 9, 2026.
The Strategic Agricultural Policy Program (PSPA) for 2026–2030, adopted shortly before the Munteanu government stepped down, sets ambitious goals and provides for generous funding.
The lull between cabinets is a good time to reflect: Are the goals realistic, and are the funds sufficient?
The parliamentary faction of Moldova’s ruling “Action and Solidarity” (PAS) party will nominate Vasile Tofan as a candidate for prime minister. His candidacy will be presented during consultations with President Maia Sandu, which are scheduled for July 11.
SpecialEurasia, an independent consulting firm, assessed the situation in the Republic of Moldova and prepared a SWOT analysis and a forecast for the next three years.
An interagency Memorandum of Cooperation will be signed between Moldova and Austria.
Moldova has implemented more than 90% of the measures planned for the first half of the year under the Republic of Moldova’s Economic Growth Plan for 2025–2027. The progress made was reviewed at a meeting of the Interdepartmental Committee on Strategic Planning, chaired by Acting Prime Minister Eugen Osmochescu.
As part of his working visit to Vilnius, Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Kiver held bilateral meetings with Lithuanian officials focused on strengthening political dialogue and deepening cooperation between the two countries.
Parliament approved the National Program on Preventing and Combating Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing, and the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction for the period 2026–2030, along with the corresponding action plan. The draft resolution was supported by 64 members of Parliament.
Relations between Bucharest and Chisinau should be based on the needs of the citizens of the Republic of Moldova and respect for their will regarding a possible unification.
On July 9, the Constitutional Court of Moldova announced its decision on the Ministry of Justice’s petition regarding a number of powers of the Gagauz Yeri Autonomous Region, as enshrined in the Law “On the Special Legal Status of Gagauzia” No. 344 of December 23, 1994.
The Parliament of the Republic of Moldova has approved, in the first reading, a bill that introduces a mandatory approval procedure and market surveillance for road vehicles, auto parts, and equipment prior to their release onto the market.
The scope of the Financial Guarantee Agreements Act will be expanded through its revision and harmonization with European Union law.
A group of flag bearers from the National Army’s Honor Guard Company will take part in a military parade organized in Paris to mark the National Day of the French Republic (Bastille Day), which is celebrated annually on July 14. This will be the second time Moldovan military personnel have participated in the parade.
Acting Prime Eugeniu Osmochescu welcomed today’s vote in the European Parliament, which approved the annual report on the Republic of Moldova by an overwhelming majority and called for the immediate opening of all negotiation chapters. Osmoquescu called this decision a crucial political signal of confidence.
The Bureau for European Integration (BIE) is calling on active citizens and representatives of civil society who wish to lend a hand and contribute their expertise to Moldova’s accession process to the European Union.
In the first half of 2026, exports by companies located on the left bank of the Dniester to European Union countries accounted for 76.9% of total foreign trade. This figure remained at the same level as in the corresponding period of 2025.
Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mihai Popșoi, held a farewell meeting with Falk Lange, Head of the Council of Europe Office in Chișinău, who is concluding his diplomatic mission in the republic. The parties reviewed the results of their cooperation and discussed further support for reforms in the context of the country’s European integration.
