Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration Cristina Gherasimov reaffirmed Moldova’s firm commitment to European integration at the informal meeting of the General Affairs Council (GAC) held in Copenhagen under the Danish Presidency of the EU Council. She emphasized the constant support provided to Moldova by European institutions and EU member states, IPN reports.
“From the CAG podium, we sent a clear message: the Republic of Moldova continues to move forward with determination on its European path, a path that will bring us greater prosperity, security for every citizen, and development opportunities for all of us here at home,” said Cristina Gherasimov.
During the meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister discussed with her counterparts from the candidate countries and with the ministers for European affairs of the 27 Member States the Copenhagen criteria and the opportunities offered by accelerated integration for the candidate countries.
“We discussed the reforms that the Republic of Moldova is undergoing and the preparations for this autumn’s democratic exercise, which will be crucial for our country’s European path,” the Deputy Prime Minister added.
The informal meeting of the General Affairs Council of the Council of the EU was held on September 1-2 in Copenhagen, and Moldova is invited to take part in the event, together with the other candidate countries, alongside the 27 ministers for European affairs from the EU member states.