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Posted by: Mazur Rodica

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15 June 2019 / 21:18

Commissioner Johannes Hahn speaks to the Prime Minister of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu

Today, Commissioner for European Neighbourhood Policy and Enlargement Negotiations Johannes Hahn called the Prime Minister of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, to discuss the latest developments in the country.

The Commissioner welcomed the peaceful transition of power and congratulated Prime Minister Sandu on the steps she had already taken to start delivering on her Government's reform agenda. He also appreciated Prime Minister's intention to press ahead with the most urgent reforms, including those previously discussed with the EU.

Commissioner Hahn stressed the European Union's readiness to work with the new Moldovan government; he also confirmed to the Prime Minister that substantial EU support and advice can be rapidly mobilised once the conditions are met and the new government delivers for citizens, including on economy and when it comes to the respect of the rule of law, judicial reform and ensuring media plurality.

Both Commissioner Hahn and Prime Minister Sandu confirmed the mutual commitment to strengthened and consistent implementation of the Association Agreement with its Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area, in full respect with its core principles of the respect of the rule of law and democracy.

The Prime Minister invited the Commissioner to Chisinau at the earliest possible opportunity, reads a press release of the  European Commission.

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