Vasile TOFAN and António GUTERRES Discuss Strengthening Cooperation for the Development and Resilience of the Republic of Moldova

Vasile Tofan and António Guterres Discuss Strengthening Cooperation between the Republic of Moldova and the UN

The Republic of Moldova intends to further leverage its partnership with the United Nations to strengthen national resilience, support reforms, and advance the European integration process. The statement was made by Prime Minister Vasile Tofan during a meeting with UN Secretary-General António Guterres, held in New York.

UN Support for Reforms in the Republic of Moldova

The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. The Prime Minister highlighted the organization’s contribution to the development of the Republic of Moldova in areas such as justice and public administration reform, economic and social development, strengthening energy security, and adapting to the effects of climate change.

Vasile Tofan emphasized that UN support is an important element in transforming the Republic of Moldova into a modern, democratic European state, as well as in implementing reforms and strengthening institutional and economic resilience.

Regional Security and the Settlement of the Transnistrian Conflict

During discussions on the regional security situation, the Prime Minister reaffirmed the Republic of Moldova’s commitment to identifying a peaceful and lasting solution to the Transnistrian conflict. At the same time, the importance of maintaining regional stability and security was reaffirmed.

Solidarity with Ukraine

Another topic addressed during the meeting concerned the war in Ukraine. The Head of Government reiterated the Republic of Moldova’s solidarity with Ukraine and its support for identifying a “just and lasting” peace solution, in accordance with the principles of the UN Charter and the norms of international law.

New Moldova–UN Cooperation Framework

The parties also discussed the prospects for the partnership between the Republic of Moldova and the United Nations. The Government of the Republic of Moldova will participate in the development of the new Cooperation Framework for the period 2028–2032.

The document will seek to align cooperation priorities with national development objectives and the strategic directions of the European integration process of the Republic of Moldova.