Moldovan PM attends public discussion on strengthening Moldovan-American partnership

Chisinau, 27 June /MOLDPRES/- Prime Minister Pavel Filip attended a public discussion on the prospects for strengthening the Moldovan-American partnership held at the United States Peace Institute on 26 June. The event is part of the series of actions aimed at strengthening democracy and development of the Republic of Moldova, the government’s communication and protocol department has reported.

The premier said that the USA remains a valuable partner for our country, and the development of bilateral relations between the two states is an important objective in foreign policy. Referring to the priorities set by the government internally, Pavel Filip stressed Moldova's integration into the European space, reintegration of the country, ensuring the rule of law, as well as sustainable economic growth. In this respect, since 2016 reforms have been launched in the key areas for modernizing the country, as well as a series of measures to stabilize the economic situation.

The premier said that three priority directions for development were outlined: infrastructure, education and the rule of law. "Amid global challenges, Moldova is aware of the challenges it faces and is fully committed to improving the performance of good governance, promoting economic freedom, fostering investment in health and education" he said.

The premier's talks with representatives of the US Peace Institute focused on the efforts made by the authorities to maintain the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity and developments in the Transnistrian dimension. In this respect, it was stressed the importance of strengthening the dialogue between Moldova and the USA in promoting regional and global stability.

The discussion was interactive and the forum participants were interested in the realities of Moldova and addressed many questions on the political situation in our country, the reforms in the field of justice and the central and local public administration, the actions undertaken for the insurance energy security of Moldova.

The United States Peace Institute was founded in 1984 at the initiative of the US Congress leaders. Through its work, the institution contributes to promoting global security and stability by providing the necessary assistance and expertise to resolve conflicts.