Anthony J. Blinken said the positive developments in Moldova would depend on the way corruption was fought, the business environment was improved and the energy sources were diversified. In this context, the American official highlighted the need to turn operational and extend the Iasi-Ungheni gas pipeline.
The European officials welcomed investiture of a pro-European government in Chisinau, pointing out that the success of reform programme depended on the implementation of provisions of the Association Agreement with EU.
The head of state, accompanied by presidential advisers, laid flowers at the monument to "Maica indurerata" (Grieving Mother).
Gercheva announced the projects on strengthening institutional capacities as a priority for the next period, streamlined to the economic and social development of the country, as well as environmental protection.
According to the decree, President, Supreme Commander of Armed Forces Nicolae Timofti is the head of the Council. Advisor to President in defence and national security issues Alexei Barbaneagra is appointed as Secretary of the council.
President Nicolae Timofti led his Romanian counterpart to the Chisinau International Airport, where the two heads of state had the last meeting on subjects of common interest.
„Moldova stayed firmly committed on the European integration path. In particular, this means carrying out the reforms provided for in the Association Agreement, with emphasis on justice, fighting corruption and economic development.”
Presidency of the Republic of Moldova
