PM says Moldova perceives partnership with Ukraine as significant national security pillar

Chisinau, 11 July /MOLDPRES/ – Moldova perceives the strategic partnership with Ukraine as a significant pillar of national security, and the European integration and implementation of the Association Agreement are the goals it shares with the neighbouring state. The statement has been made in Kiev by Prime Minister, Maia Sandu, after a meeting with President of Ukraine, Volodimir Zelenski, on Thursday, 11 July.

PM Maia Sandu has said that today she discussed with President Zelenski about regional security and European integration as a common goal of Moldova and Ukraine, bilateral agenda of both states and efforts to build functional institutions for citizens.

Maia Sandu has added that she strongly supports the territorial integrity of Ukraine and assured that Moldova would become a reliable partner and neighbour. Also, the Premier has announced that the authorities in Chisinau are opting to improve bilateral relations with Ukraine.

"We want closer cooperation with Ukraine in economic and energy sectors. We shall try to establish common border control, constant and 100% functional, to put an end to crime and illegal trafficking. We need a strong partnership to improve the ecological situation of the Dniester river. I am convinced that we can find favourable solutions for our citizens and common European agenda," said PM.

At his turn, Ukrainian President, Volodimir Zelenski, has said that the authorities in Chisinau and Kiev have similar positions upon sovereignty and security of both states. According to Zelenski, Ukraine will continue to support the territorial integrity of Moldova and it will actively participate in negotiations on settlement of the Transnistrian conflict. The head of the neighbouring state has added that Moldova and Ukraine are close not only on map.

PM Maia Sandu has paid a visit to Kiev today, at invitation of President of Ukraine, Volodimir Zelenski.