Moldova and Georgia celebrate opened EU membership talks
Moldova and Georgia have received support from EU leaders in their aspirations to join the bloc, with key hurdles being removed.
The announcement to open membership negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova and to grant candidacy status to Georgia was celebrated by lawmakers and citizens in both countries. [ more ]
Pro-Russian separatists in Moldova seek Moscow's 'protection'
Pro-Russian rebel officials in Moldova's breakaway region Transnistria appeal to Russia for protection amid tensions with Ukraine.
Russia, Moldova, and Ukraine are locked in a diplomatic conflict over Transnistria's status and control, with the US expressing support for Moldova's sovereignty. [ more ]
Corruption and poverty in Moldova are driving people to leave the country in search of a better life in the European Union.
A school in the village of Drujba is at risk of closing down due to a low number of students, but it received financial support from the German embassy for infrastructure improvements. [ more ]
Pressure to expand the EU has never been greater and the will to reform it never weaker | Paul Taylor
EU leaders are recognizing the need to embrace Ukraine, Moldova, and western Balkan countries as future members, but struggle with reforming the bloc for expansion.
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has reignited discussions on EU expansion, with the European Commission recommending accession talks with Ukraine, Moldova, and Bosnia.
The EU may need to review its decision-making procedures, administration, budget, and financing to accommodate potential new members in the future. [ more ]