The European Commission's first reaction regarding the union between the Republic of Moldova and Romania

The Republic of Moldova can decide its future and how it will reach the European Union on its own, European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos said when asked whether unification with Romania could become a “Plan B” for European integration. The statement was made in an interview given to the “Новая неделя” program on TV8 and represents the first public position by a senior European Union official on the possible reunification of the two banks of the Prut River.

“This is an issue on which only you can decide. It is exclusively your decision,” Marta Kos said. The European Commissioner specified that the Republic of Moldova is currently harmonizing its legislation with European standards, but how it will join the EU remains a decision for its citizens.

A similar position was previously expressed by European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, who stated that the Republic of Moldova must decide its future on its own. She also emphasized that, despite attempts at destabilization and disinformation campaigns, the population continues to support the European path.

Last week, President Maia Sandu said she would vote for unification with Romania in a potential referendum. “I want my country to be safe and I want my country to be free,” she said, citing the need for solutions in the event of Russia approaching the borders of the Republic of Moldova.