The Moldovan government has, MEPs say, demonstrated its determination and ability to fulfil the European Commission’s requirements to begin membership talks, adding that Moldova’s EU membership would represent a geostrategic investment in a united and strong Europe. They underline the importance of the Chişinău government continuing the country’s reform process, not only in order to reach the political objective of joining the EU, but primarily for the tangible improvement of the living standards of Moldovans.

The EU and its member states should also increase their financial and technical assistance to Moldova, the resolution adopted by MEPs says, to facilitate its swift and effective integration into the EU. This includes the quick release of a new instalment of ongoing Macro Financial Assistance by the European Commission.

Moldova should continue with reforms

Reiterating that EU accession remains a merit-based process requiring the fulfilment of membership criteria,…