22 September, New York – Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mihai Popșoi held a meeting in New York with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Hungary, Anita Orbán.

The discussions focused on the priorities of Moldova–Hungary relations, the Republic of Moldova’s European path, and cooperation in various areas, with an emphasis on increasing bilateral trade and attracting investment in sectors of mutual interest. The officials also discussed the regional security situation and the challenges facing the Republic of Moldova.

Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi highlighted the importance of Hungary’s support for advancing the Republic of Moldova’s accession to the European Union.

“The strategic partnership between the Republic of Moldova and Hungary, signed six years ago, has provided a solid foundation for the development of relations between our countries. We are interested in fully harnessing the potential of economic cooperation, facilitating closer contacts between our business communities and promoting projects that deliver tangible benefits to the citizens of both countries. We continue to count on Hungary’s support for the Republic of Moldova’s European integration process,” Mihai Popșoi said.

For her part, Anita Orbán welcomed the efforts of the Moldovan authorities to implement the reforms required for European integration, as well as the progress made by the Republic of Moldova on this path. She also reaffirmed Hungary’s support for the country’s EU accession, based on its own merits, and expressed interest in further developing economic relations.

During the meeting, Minister Mihai Popșoi invited his counterpart, Anita Orbán, to pay a visit to the Republic of Moldova.