The harmonization of national legislation of the Republic of Moldova with the EU legislation and the acceleration of the accession process to the European Union

Abstract

This article is a concise reflection of the EU integration process of the Republic of Moldova, that represents a key component of the country’s development strategy. Moldova interest regarding forthcoming accession to the European Union is not just a political and economic matter, it is also first a legal issue. Taking into consideration the new geopolitical context that appeared, on March 3, 2022, Moldova applied for EU membership. Shortly, on June 17 of the same year, the European Commission issued its opinion on the application for EU membership. And on June 23, 2022, the European Council granted candidate status to Moldova on the condition that it fulfills nine conditions in practice in one year. As a result, on October 5, 2023, the European Parliament voted the Resolution recommending the start of negotiations with the Republic of Moldova with a view of accession to the EU by the end of 2023.