The European Union is reaffirming its support for Moldova’s European path. European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos’s visit to Chișinău focuses on progress in EU accession negotiations, institutional reforms, economic development, and strengthening regional connectivity.

 

European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos is on an official visit to the Republic of Moldova from 8 to 10 November 2026. The main objectives of the visit are to assess the country’s progress towards European integration, discuss the next stages of the accession process, and reaffirm Brussels’ support for the reforms being implemented by the Moldovan authorities.

During her visit, Marta Kos is holding meetings with Moldovan President Maia Sandu, Prime Minister Vasile Tofan, Speaker of Parliament Igor Grosu, and other government officials. The discussions focus on Moldova’s EU accession priorities, economic development, and the implementation of sectoral reforms required to bring the country’s legislation and public institutions into line with European standards.

One of the key events of the visit will be Marta Kos’s address to members of the Moldovan Parliament on 9 November. A special plenary session is scheduled for 14:00. The European Commissioner is expected to present the EU’s assessment of Moldova’s progress and outline Chișinău’s further commitments in the accession process. Particular emphasis is being placed on judicial reform, the fight against corruption, and the strengthening of democratic institutions.

The visit comes against the backdrop of the European Commission’s publication of its 2026 Enlargement Package on 4 November. The document highlights Moldova’s progress across all 33 negotiating chapters, with an increased level of preparedness recorded in 25 of them. At the same time, Brussels stresses the need to accelerate reforms in the judiciary, anti-corruption policy, agriculture, and environmental protection.

Regional connectivity and the development of transport and digital infrastructure are also high on the agenda. On 9 November, Marta Kos is taking part in a high-level meeting of the Connectivity Platform dedicated to developing digital infrastructure and advancing regional projects and investment along the Middle Corridor. This route is becoming increasingly important for transport links between Central Asia and Europe, bypassing Russian territory.

On the same day, the European Commissioner will attend an event organised by the European Business Association of Moldova to mark the organisation’s 15th anniversary. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan and representatives of the business community are also expected to participate. Discussions on economic cooperation and investment opportunities reflect the EU’s intention to complement Moldova’s political integration with practical economic initiatives.

On 10 November, Marta Kos is scheduled to meet with staff members of the Bureau for European Integration, the government body responsible for coordinating the country’s preparations for EU membership. The discussions are expected to focus on fulfilling accession commitments and ensuring further coordination of the reform process.

 

The agenda of Marta Kos’s visit extends beyond the traditional political dialogue on Moldova’s European future. Brussels is seeking to link the EU enlargement process with concrete institutional reforms and infrastructure projects aimed at strengthening the country’s resilience and enhancing its role in regional economic and transport networks.

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09.11.2026 06:50