Mihai Popșoi in Brussels: Reforms are for citizens, not just for EU accession

The reforms implemented by the authorities are primarily aimed at improving citizens' lives, with the goal of meeting the requirements for Moldova's accession to the European Union as a secondary consideration. This message was communicated by Mihai Popșoi, the acting Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, during the plenary session of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) in Brussels.

Marta Kos: All four remaining EU accession clusters for Moldova and Ukraine are ready to open

All four remaining negotiation clusters for the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine are ready to open and will commence as soon as the member states reach a consensus within the Council of the European Union. This announcement was made on Thursday, July 16, by the European Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, during her address at the European Economic and Social Committee in Brussels.

Moldova aims to open all EU negotiation chapters by summer's end, Igor Grosu

The Republic of Moldova must continue the technical preparations for its accession to the European Union, even if political decisions regarding the opening of negotiation chapters are made later. This statement was made by the Speaker of the Parliament, Igor Grosu, a day after Moldova received confirmation about the opening of a new group of negotiation chapters with the EU, specifically focused on "External Relations." According to Grosu, who leads the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS), the authorities aim to open all six negotiation clusters by the end of this summer.

Mihai Popșoi at the European Parliament: "Moldova's security is part of Europe's security"

The European Parliament will persist in its support for strengthening the Security and Defence Partnership between the European Union (EU) and the Republic of Moldova, as well as for Moldova's European aspirations. These commitments were conveyed by Agnes Strack-Zimmermann, the Chair of the European Parliament's Committee on Security and Defence (SEDE), during her meeting with Acting Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi.

Cluster 6 negotiations: What Moldova must do to meet EU standards

The Republic of Moldova must continue its reforms in foreign relations, security, and the economy as part of the Cluster 6 negotiations that began on July 14 in Brussels. The European Union expects Chisinau to align its policies with European standards, strengthen its institutions, and enhance its resilience against external threats.

Iulian Groza: Chișinău is ready to advance in all negotiation clusters

The opening of Cluster 6 confirms the Republic of Moldova's advanced level of preparation in the fields of foreign, trade, and security policy and represents a new step towards the European Union (EU). According to the director of the Institute for European Policies and Reforms (IPRE), Iulian Groza, the goal of accession in 2030 remains ambitious, but the current pace of negotiations offers a chance to obtain member state status.

Osmochescu after meeting Marta Kos: "We remain committed to proving that Moldova belongs in the European family"

Acting Prime Minister Eugeniu Osmochescu met with European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos on July 14. During their meeting, they discussed key topics to advance the accession process and enhance cooperation with the European Union. This discussion took place at the official opening of the sixth cluster of negotiations.

Opening Cluster 6 strengthens Moldova's economic integration with the European Union's trade policy

The official opening of accession negotiations for Cluster 6 – “External Relations”- on July 14 in Brussels confirms that the Republic of Moldova is making significant progress toward European Union membership through reforms and tangible results. This integration will enable the country's economy to join the European single market, including participation in the common commercial policy.

EU opens Cluster 6 talks with Ukraine and Moldova in historic push

The European Union opened accession negotiations with Ukraine for Cluster 6 (External Relations) at an intergovernmental conference in Brussels on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Lithuania demands faster EU accession talks for Moldova and Ukraine

Lithuania has called for an immediate acceleration of EU accession talks for Ukraine and Moldova, urging Brussels to open all remaining negotiation chapters without delay.

Moldova opens EU cluster 6 negotiations in Brussels

The Republic of Moldova takes a significant step toward European integration this week. An intergovernmental conference in Brussels on July 14 marks the official opening of negotiations for Cluster 6, "External Relations."

Moldova requests €191.5 million third EU reform tranche

The Republic of Moldova is eligible to request the third tranche of 191.5 million euros from the European Union's Reform and Growth Mechanism. This eligibility follows the country's successful fulfilment of 18 of the 20 reform measures associated with the Growth Plan for the years 2025–2027, which will be evaluated in the first semester of 2026.