The European Union will help Moldova get out of the energy crisis and diversify energy supplies - Roberta Metsola.
President of the European Parliament stated this at a joint press conference with Moldovan President Maia Sandu, held in Chisinau. "Europe is near you and we will continue to be near you. We will help Moldova to diversify energy resources, to ensure Moldova's energy security and to avoid destabilization. And many countries: Romania, Bulgaria, Greece, Slovakia have already taken steps in this direction and will continue to ensure stability of energy supply to Moldova," Roberta Metsola said. She admitted that the economic situation in Moldova is difficult, but the EU will continue to help by allocating funds, as well as by boosting transport connections and building up the exchange of goods. Roberta Metsola gave assurances that the European Parliament is ready to do more for Moldova than before to speed up its progress. She recalled that the European Parliament has always been by Moldova's side and supported it in every possible way, including that the European Parliament was the first institution to call for granting Moldova EU candidate status. "It is our responsibility and duty to continue to support Moldova. This is our strong message of solidarity and we will continue to support your small country with a big heart with practical steps - further removal of barriers to trade, increased access to programs that will help develop trade, facilitate transport of goods, develop education, etc.," President of the European Parliament stressed. She also urged to pay more attention to combating misinformation. During the meeting with President Maia Sandu, Roberta Metsola discussed the European prospect of the country and the steps to be taken on the way of European integration and accession to the EU. // 11.11.2022 - InfoMarket
