Joint statement by leaders of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Romania, United Kingdom, President of European Council and President of European Commission after meeting with Moldovan President (16 May 2025)

 

The leaders of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Romania and the United Kingdom, together with the President of the European Council and the President of the European Commission issued a joint statement of support for the Republic of Moldova, following a meeting with President Maia Sandu, held on the sidelines of the European Political Community summit in Tirana.

In the statement, the European leaders expressed their firm and united solidarity with the Republic of Moldova and its European path, reaffirming their common commitment to support the democratic and economic transformation of the country.

Joint statement by leaders of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Romania, the United Kingdom, President of the European Council and President of the European Commission after the meeting with President of the Republic of Moldova Maia Sandu (May 16, 2025)

We, the leaders of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Romania, and the United Kingdom, together with the President of the European Council and the President of the European Commission, met with President Maia Sandu on the margins of the European Political Community summit in Tirana. We reaffirm our strong and united support for the Republic of Moldova and its European future.

We welcome Moldova’s continued commitment to democratic reform, the rule of law, and the values shared across the European Union. Moldova has made joining the European Union part of its Constitution, showing clearly that this is the path its people have chosen for their future.

We are committed to supporting Moldova in becoming a prosperous, thriving democracy—where citizens enjoy the same opportunities and quality of life as people across the European Union. Moldova’s economic transformation is central to this vision. We will continue to support the country’s efforts to build a stronger, more competitive economy—one that creates jobs, attracts investment, and delivers tangible benefits to all Moldovans.

We commend Moldova for maintaining stability in a challenging regional environment and for acting as a reliable partner for European peace and security. As the country prepares for upcoming parliamentary elections, it is essential that Moldovans are able to choose their future freely, without foreign interference. We will continue to support Moldova in safeguarding its democratic processes and strengthening its resilience against external threats.

We stand with the people of Moldova as they continue on the path they have freely chosen—a better future within a strong, united and peaceful Europe.

Albania's capital Tirana is hosting the sixth European Political Community (EPC) summit.