Reactions to the opening of the first EU accession negotiation cluster

A major step for EU enlargement. Leaders say Moldova belongs in the European family after member states agreed to open the first accession negotiation cluster with Moldova and Ukraine.

EU opens first accession negotiation cluster with Moldova and Ukraine

The European Union will initiate the first cluster of accession negotiations with the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine. This agreement was reached by all member states on Friday, June 12. The announcement was made by António Costa, the President of the European Council, and Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission. The first set of negotiating chapters, which focus on fundamental values and the rule of law, is scheduled to be officially launched on Monday during the Intergovernmental Conference.

Maia Sandu and António Costa discussed preparations for the June 22 Summit

On Friday, June 12, the President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, spoke on the phone with António Costa, the President of the European Council. During their conversation, they discussed the progress of Moldova's accession process to the European Union, as well as preparations for the upcoming EU-Moldova Summit, scheduled for June 22. They also focused on the imminent opening of the first group of negotiation chapters, with the authorities in Chisinau emphasizing their commitment to accelerating the European integration process.

Moldova faces strict merit-based accession in leaked EU text

Moldova will officially open its first European Union negotiation cluster on June 15, 2026. However, a leaked draft of the European Council's final conclusions reveals that member states will not offer Chișinău a specific accession calendar or target date.

Gherasimov denounces Russian hybrid attack before Luxembourg summit

Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, Cristina Gherasimov, has denounced a targeted Russian disinformation campaign following a fraudulent phone call. Russian state-aligned actors orchestrated the call by impersonating the Albanian Foreign Minister.

Moldova targets gradual EU integration amid Franco-German proposal

Core European Union member states are driving a structural shift in enlargement policy by proposing a gradual integration model. A diplomatic non-paper, initiated by France and Germany and backed by the Benelux nations, suggests granting candidate states phased access to EU programs and policies before achieving full membership status.

Daniela Morari highlights Brussels’ oversight of key chapters

This week is pivotal for the European path of the Republic of Moldova. Next Tuesday, June 16, in Luxembourg, the member states of the European Union (EU) will decide whether to officially open cluster negotiations with our country. This historic decision will be announced during the General Affairs Council meeting. Moldova's Ambassador to the EU, Daniela Morari, has outlined the next steps for our country and emphasized that the initial chapters opened will be subject to more rigorous monitoring by Brussels.

Alexandru Munteanu reaffirms Moldova’s EU ambitions in Sofia

The Republic of Moldova has a clear and steadfast aspiration to become a member of the European Union and contribute to a united, secure, prosperous, and peaceful Europe. Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu made this statement on June 10 during the summit commemorating the 30th anniversary of the South-East European Cooperation Process (SEECP), held in Sofia.

Von der Leyen: EU will launch Moldova accession talks in coming days

The European Union will launch accession negotiations with the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine in the coming days, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced on Tuesday, June 9.

Moldova to open first EU accession chapters in mid-June

EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos confirmed Thursday in Chisinau that Moldova and Ukraine could officially open their first cluster of EU accession negotiations in mid-June under the Cypriot Council presidency.

Moldova to start EU accession talks on first cluster in mid-June

The European Union is prepared to launch official accession negotiations with the Republic of Moldova on the first cluster of chapters, with talks expected to begin in mid-June. European Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, confirmed the timeline during an interview with Radio Moldova.

Moldova ANRE head Alexei Taran elected ECRB president

Moldova will chair the Energy Community Regulatory Board (ECRB) for the first time in history.