BUCHAREST, Romania – European Union member Romania and neighboring Moldova, one of Europe’s poorest nations, signed a string of cooperation deals following joint governmental meetings in Moldova’s capital Chisinau Friday.
The deals included Romania granting Moldova 100 million euros ($114 million) in non-reimbursable aid for development projects. Agreements were reached on strengthening cooperation on investment and energy security, as well as fighting corruption and strengthening the rule of law.
Romania’s Prime Minister Nicolae Ciuca said the agreements signed Friday send “a strong signal of support for improving the business environment in Moldova.” “I assure you that Romania will continue to be your strong and vocal supporter,” Ciuca said.
