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EU support for Moldova's reforms and energy independence from Russia

19.03.2025 15:33
The European Union has committed nearly €2 billion to Moldova for reforms aimed at reducing its reliance on Russian energy and advancing its EU accession process.
Chiinu, Moldova
Chișinău, MoldovaPhoto: Sasha Pleshco/Unsplash.com/CC0

As reported by the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs via social media, the "General Affairs Council adopted a regulation establishing the Reform and Growth Facility for the Republic of Moldova."

"This instrument is the largest financial support package since Moldova’s independence," the Ministry emphasized in a statement.

EU backs Moldova's future with financial aid

On March 18, the Council of the European Union approved €1.9 billion to establish the Reform and Growth Facility, designed to support Moldova's reforms related to EU integration and its economic growth.

This EU initiative aims to help Moldova tackle the challenges arising from Russia's war against Ukraine and its ongoing efforts to destabilize Moldova.

The payments will be conditional, linked to the successful implementation of agreed reforms, and will be disbursed twice a year, based on requests from Moldova's government and a verification process by the European Commission.

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Source: X/@PolandMFA/@POLAND25EU/consilium.europa.eu