The Republic of Moldova aims to provisionally close 25 negotiation chapters for EU accession by the end of 2027, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The goal was reiterated by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mihai Popșoi at a meeting with Romania’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dan Neculăescu, on 6 November 2026 in Bucharest.
What goal is the Republic of Moldova pursuing in its negotiations with the EU?
The target of provisionally closing 25 chapters by the end of 2027 was presented by Mihai Popșoi in connection with the reforms needed for accession. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the minister cited the objectives and timetable set out in the Roadmap.
The Republic of Moldova’s European path was also discussed in light of the Country Report presented by the European Commission as part of the annual Enlargement Package. The 2 ministers welcomed the progress reflected in the report, according to the ministry’s account.
What projects linking the Republic of Moldova and Romania were discussed?
Infrastructure, transport and energy were the areas in which the ministers discussed the need to accelerate joint initiatives. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs mentioned the construction of highways and bridges, as well as electricity interconnection lines between the Republic of Moldova and Romania.
According to the ministry, the projects discussed aim to improve links between the 2 countries and the Republic of Moldova’s access to European networks. Dan Neculăescu also reaffirmed Romania’s commitment to strengthening the strategic partnership.
The meeting’s agenda also included regional security and expanding cooperation in areas of mutual interest. Mihai Popșoi expressed appreciation for Romania’s support in modernising localities, education and public services.
Sources
- Ministerul Afacerilor Externe — Prioritățile de pe agenda europeană a Republicii Moldova și cooperarea moldo-română, discutate de miniștrii Mihai Popșoi și Dan Neculăescu
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- Întâlnirea dintre Mihai Popșoi și Dan Neculăescu a avut loc pe 6 noiembrie 2026, la București. — Ministerul Afacerilor Externe
- Mihai Popșoi este viceprim-ministrul, ministrul afacerilor externe al Republicii Moldova. — Ministerul Afacerilor Externe
- Dan Neculăescu este ministrul afacerilor externe al României. — Ministerul Afacerilor Externe
- Mihai Popșoi a reiterat obiectivul închiderii provizorii a 25 de capitole de negociere până la sfârșitul anului 2027. — Ministerul Afacerilor Externe
- Obiectivele și calendarul reformelor necesare aderării au fost asociate de Mihai Popșoi cu Foaia de parcurs. — Ministerul Afacerilor Externe
- Miniștrii au apreciat progresele Republicii Moldova reflectate în Raportul de țară prezentat de Comisia Europeană în cadrul Pachetului anual de extindere. — Ministerul Afacerilor Externe
- Discuțiile au inclus inițiative comune privind autostrăzi, poduri și linii de conexiune electrică între Republica Moldova și România. — Ministerul Afacerilor Externe
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