The European Commission has presented a tentative timeline according to which Moldova could make significant progress in its EU accession negotiations as early as 2027. However, the pace of the process will depend on the implementation of reforms and the consent of member states, and for the agri-food sector, the next stage of alignment with European regulations remains crucial.
Moldova could conclude its EU accession negotiations in 2028 if it maintains the pace of reforms seen in recent years, according to the European Commission
"The goal of Moldova concluding its EU accession negotiations by early 2028 is ambitious but achievable" — Vasile Tofan
On October 28, the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization will hold public consultations on Moldova's negotiating positions regarding Chapters 1, 3, 6, 20, and 28 in the process of accession to the European Union
The European Union will make every effort to ensure that the remaining clusters are opened in the negotiations with Moldova by the end of 2026.
European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos announced a visit to Moldova and urged the authorities to continue reforms as EU accession negotiations move forward. Brussels also made it clear that further progress could open up new opportunities for the country to receive European funding and accelerate the launch of the next stages of the negotiation process.
Moldova is accelerating the negotiation process with the European Union and hopes to conclude it within a short timeframe. In Luxembourg, the country opened a new phase of discussions on a number of issues related to the internal market and competitiveness; however, the most complex reforms and legislative changes still lie ahead.
Moldova has officially opened negotiations on two additional clusters: Cluster 2—"Internal Market"—and Cluster 3—"Competitiveness and Inclusive Growth"
The 4th Moldova-EU Intergovernmental Conference will take place on October 13 in Luxembourg, where negotiations on two additional clusters will officially begin
The EU will hold four intergovernmental conferences on accession with Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine, and Moldova
The European Union will open two more negotiation clusters for Moldova next week, with the rest to follow by the end of the year—European Council
The authorities are striving to make Moldova one of the most attractive countries in Europe for business by reducing bureaucracy, simplifying procedures for investors, and creating a competitive business environment — Vasile Tofan
The European Union is ready to open two more negotiation clusters for Moldova: "Internal Market" (Cluster 2) and "Competitiveness and Inclusive Growth" (Cluster 3)
Moldova, Ukraine, Montenegro, and Albania will receive "roadmaps" for EU accession on October 28
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