EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell indicated that the European Council is weighing a security mission to Moldova. He spoke at a Brussels press briefing, as reported by TASS, outlining a plan that would help Moldova advance its EU membership agenda while strengthening its defenses against external meddling and destabilizing actions. The proposal reflects a broader strategy to support candidate status and to reinforce democratic resilience within the region.
According to Borrell, the envisioned mission would serve a dual purpose: backing Moldova in its pursuit of European Union candidacy and boosting the country’s capacity to withstand interference from malign actors. The idea is to provide on-the-ground steadiness and institutional backing during a critical phase of reform, while aligning Moldova’s governance with EU norms and standards. This approach would also signal solidarity from EU partners as Moldova continues to navigate accreditation criteria and reform milestones.
Igor Grosu, the former Speaker of Moldova’s Parliament, remarked that negotiations for EU accession could gain momentum toward the end of 2023, signaling optimism about the timeline for reforms and membership talks. His comments underscore the importance of sustained parliamentary support and political will in accelerating accession processes, alongside the technical alignment of laws and institutions with EU rules.
Dorin Recean, who serves as Secretary of the Supreme Security Council and was named Prime Minister-designate by President Maia Sandu, emphasized that European Union integration remains Moldova’s top priority. He argued that accelerating the reform agenda would require intensified legislative alignment with EU regulations, as well as a clear demonstration of obligations to the bloc. Recean stressed that progress on the integration path hinges on concrete policy actions and consistent implementation across government branches.
President Maia Sandu has publicly announced Dorin Recean as her candidate for prime minister, with the decree published on the presidency’s official site. This development accompanies Moldova’s broader strategy to pursue closer ties with the EU, including economic harmonization, governance modernization, and the strengthening of legal and security frameworks to meet EU standards. The government’s approach centers on pragmatic steps that advance reform while preserving political stability and democratic norms.