Official

11 May, 2026 / 02:02

/ 11 March, 2025

Moldovan, French presidents approach peace in Europe, Moldova's accession to European Union, Moldovan-French projects

The Presidency of the Republic of Moldova

Peace in Europe, Moldova's accession to the European Union and Moldovan-French projects were the main issues of a meeting between President Maia Sandu and French President Emmanuel Macron. The Head of State is on a working visit to Paris on March 10-11, at the invitation of her French counterpart. The meeting at Élysée Palace reaffirmed France's firm support for Moldova's security, its European path and the development projects carried out with French assistance, with direct benefits for citizens.

“In these difficult times, France stands by our side – supporting us to protect our peace, strengthen our security and move closer to the European Union. We share the vision of a united and strong Europe, where each country can freely decide its future,” said Maia Sandu.

During the meeting, Moldova and France signed three important agreements:

Social protection agreement – guarantees clear rights for Moldovans working and living in France, facilitating access to pensions, social and health services and offering more security for the Moldovan diaspora.
Financing agreement with the French Development Agency (AFD) – a 30 million euro support to improve energy efficiency in public buildings, helping reduce energy consumption and bills.
Strategic partnership to combat disinformation – between the Centre for Strategic Communication and Combating Disinformation and VIGINUM, aimed at helping to protect Moldova’s informational space and counter external manipulation.

The two presidents also discussed the security situation in the region, the impact of the war in Ukraine on Moldova, and the economic cooperation between the two countries. Macron reaffirmed France's commitment to support Moldova in joining the European Union, noting that the future of our country is in Europe.

President Maia Sandu's press statements can be followed here.

Comment

Latest News

Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration attended meeting of EU's Political and Security Committee

Moldovan president meets North Carolina Secretary of State Elaine Marshall in Chisinau

All children with disabilities to receive annual allowance of 3,000 lei on 1 June

Combating high-level corruption and financial fraud to be carried out more rapidly and efficiently

Simplified procedures for development of electronic communications networks in Moldova

Stronger environmental institutions for better management, more effective control, prevention of violations

Working groups for economy on behalf of Chisinau, Tiraspol told meeting in Moldovan capital

Moldovan president participates in meeting of European Coalition Against Drugs at European Political Community's Summit in Yerevan

Moldova's European future at center of high-level meeting in Yerevan

Voluntary amalgamation in north Moldova district: nine mayoralties merge, to receive 85 million lei in incentives

Moldovan PM says national resilience built through shared responsibility, coordination, preparedness

President received Japanese delegation led by Minister for Internal Affairs and Communications

Moldovan Speaker to attend EU Speakers Conference

President to attend European Political Community Summit in Yerevan

President of Cyprus welcomed by Moldovan head of state at Presidency

Moldovan PM on Europe Day says Europe means respect for people, respect for everyone’s right to live safely, with dignity in their own country

PHOTO GALLERY // European Town inaugurated in heart of Moldovan capital on Europe Day

European Town inaugurated on Great National Assembly Square of Chisinau on Europe Day – celebration of peace, unity, diversity

EUROPE DAY // Italian Ambassador in Chisinau: “We are honored to stand by you at this crucial moment for Moldova’s future”

BTA: Second Giro d'Italia Stage Begins in Burgas as Matteo Moschetti Withdraws from Race

Moldovan president at conference says defending truth part of democratic resilience, national security

Russia exploits memory of World War II to justify aggression; Ukrainian Ambassador to Moldova says Ukraine fighting for freedom

EUROPE DAY // Latvia urges Moldovans to take over Latvian experience on road to EU, inspired by Moldovan departed poet's poetry in fight for freedom

Scientific conference “9 MAY: Remembrance, Reconciliation and European Unity.” held in Moldova; head of state says European future of Moldova means assuming the past, choosing truth over propaganda

Seventy-six years of European unity, solidarity, 20 years of marking Europe Day in Moldova

Europe Day // Romanian Ambassador says Moldova should look to future with confidence, Romania stands by country's side

Moldovan president's speech at national scientific conference “9 MAY: Commemoration, Reconciliation and European Unity”

Moldovan leadership lays flowers at Eternity Memorial Complex

VIDEO // European Council President says Moldova’s future in EU, many efforts made to turn this into reality

VIDEO // EU Ambassador to Moldova: “On Europe Day, we proudly say: Europe is you – Republic of Moldova”

See more