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EU officials, at the Ministry of Defence



Chisinau, November 23, 2022 — Secretary of State Valeriu Mija had a meeting with Joanneke Balfoort, head of the Security and Defense Policy Directorate of the European External Action Service (EEAS), who is on a working visit to Chisinau in the context of the Consultations between The European Union (EU) and the Republic of Moldova in the field of security and defense.

The discussion agenda included topics regarding the cooperation of the defense institution with the subdivisions of the European Union, including the EEAS, the projects and initiatives launched with EU support in the Republic of Moldova regarding the modernization of the defense sector, the contribution of the Republic of Moldova to international peacekeeping missions . Security and defense threats to our country were also discussed.

At the same time, the parties addressed the European integration efforts of our country, the challenges faced by the Republic of Moldova as a result of the war in Ukraine, as well as the security situation in the Black Sea basin.

Secretary of State Mija emphasized, during the meeting, that thanks to EU assistance, through programs and initiatives, such as the European Peace Facility (EPF), the National Army will modernize and become interoperable with partners in peacekeeping missions. peace.

In this context, Valeriu Mija appreciated the expertise and assistance from the EU granted over the years in promoting democratic reforms and the contribution to the modernization of the security and defense sector according to the principles of good democratic governance.

It should be noted that the visit of Mrs. Joanneke Balfoort to the Republic of Moldova comes in the context of the preparations for the EU Council meeting on the Eastern Partnership segment planned for the December current.


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