Moldovan speaker in Budapest: European integration means strengthening state, democracy, peace

For the Republic of Moldova, an EU candidate state, European integration does not mean giving up sovereignty; on the contrary, it means strengthening the state, democracy and peace. Speaker Igor Grosu made the statement today. He is participating in EU Speakers Conference, held in Budapest.

Igor Grosu spoke at the event about the importance of our country's European path, saying 'Europe helps us strengthen our institutions, protect the freedom of our citizens, and preserve our identity—not in isolation, but in solidarity.'

He also emphasized that this year is crucial for the Republic of Moldova, as we will choose the 'direction of the country.' According to him, our country 'faces real hybrid threats—disinformation, externally-funded corruption, groups wanting to turn Moldova away from its European path.'


'In this crucial electoral year for Moldova, we choose the direction of the country. We face real hybrid threats—disinformation, externally-funded corruption, groups who want to turn Moldova away from its European path. Russia, along with local oligarchic networks, is heavily investing to turn our country into a corridor of influence and pressure against Ukraine. Even so, despite the challenges it faces, the unjust war waged by Russia attacking Ukraine, Europe remains united and committed to preserving peace on the continent and the values that formed its foundation. I am confident that this is the future of the Union—as a place of balance and progress for humanity,' Grosu said.


The official noted that the Republic of Moldova, as a future member state, is ready to contribute to building a strong and united Europe.

Grosu participates in the EU Speakers Conference. The meeting takes place on 11-12 May in Budapest, hosted by the Hungarian Parliament.

The event serves as a forum for discussions, exchanging views, information, and experience regarding the role and responsibilities of national parliaments within the European framework, as well as inter-parliamentary cooperation tools in European affairs. The meeting is attended by the presidents of the parliaments of EU member states, the president of the European Parliament, and the presidents of the parliaments of candidate countries.

In Budapest, Grosu has meetings planned with his counterparts from several EU countries and Moldovan citizens who live, study or work in Hungary.