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26 May, 2026 / 15:18

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Traian Băsescu thanked President for granting Moldovan citizenship: I remain devoted to cause of country’s integration into EU

Former President of Romania Traian Băsescu thanked head of state Maia Sandu for granting him the citizenship of the Republic of Moldova. He emphasized that he will continue to support our people and our country.

Traian Băsescu said he will remain devoted to the cause of the Republic of Moldova’s integration into the European Union.

“President Maia Sandu has granted me the citizenship of the Republic of Moldova. I assure you that I remain devoted to the cause of the Republic of Moldova’s integration into the European Union and equally to the cause of the reunification of the country and of the Romanian people. Thank you, Madam President Maia Sandu!”, said Traian Băsescu.

Former President of Romania Traian Băsescu has received the citizenship of the Republic of Moldova. A decree to this effect was signed today by head of state Maia Sandu, as a sign of gratitude for the constant support he has given to our country. Traian Băsescu and his wife, Maria Băsescu, obtained the citizenship of the Republic of Moldova in June 2016, by decree of former president Nicolae Timofti. Later, in January 2017, former president Igor Dodon signed a decree by which Traian Băsescu’s citizenship was withdrawn.

The measure was not applied in the case of Maria Băsescu. The former President of Romania challenged the decision in court, but in November 2018 the Supreme Court of Justice in Chișinău upheld the ruling on the withdrawal of his citizenship.

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