Moldovan president, Romanian premier discuss bilateral ties, EU integration

By Kanyshai Butun

ISTANBUL (AA) - Moldovan President Maia Sandu met with Romanian Prime Minister Luca Niculescu in Chisinau on Tuesday to discuss bilateral cooperation and Moldova's EU integration efforts.

In a post on the US social media platform X, Sandu said the two leaders discussed Moldova's EU accession bid and cooperation in several areas, including the economy and security.

"Romania remains our closest partner," Sandu said.

Niculescu, who was making his first official visit to Moldova, said strengthening the country's resilience and its capacity to address security threats remained shared priorities for Bucharest and Chisinau.

He emphasized the need for close coordination between the two countries to address current challenges.

The Romanian premier also reaffirmed his country's commitment to supporting Moldova in various areas, including stability, security and economic development.

He said interconnection projects and Romanian investment would help strengthen Moldova's economy and advance its European integration.

"The future of the Republic of Moldova lies within the European family!" Niculescu wrote on X.