France, Moldova have many similarities developed due to Moldova-EU Association Agreement

Chisinau, Dec. 22 /MOLDPRES/- France and the Republic of Moldova have many similarities that have developed thanks to the Moldova-EU Association Agreement. French Ambassador to Chisinau Graham Paul made the statement in an exclusive interview with MOLDPRES State News Agency.

The official noted that in recent months, he visited and discovered the Republic of Moldova both professionally and personally. "I discovered a country of great authenticity. It is not a big country geographically, but what struck me is its amazing diversity, with a welcoming and hospitable population. It is something that impresses foreigners. I was very impressed by the Moldovan wineries I visited. In France, as in the Republic of Moldova, we share not only the French language in a certain way, but also the culture of wine, and every time I visit the wineries here with great pleasure. Thus, the quality of Moldovan wine is also an important factor economically", said Graham Paul.

The ambassador said that in the Republic of Moldova the cultural atmosphere is very similar to that in France. "We are European countries and we share the same history and I hope we will have a common future. We have many similarities that have also developed thanks to the Moldova-EU Association Agreement. Now you can travel freely without visas, and the French can come freely to the Republic of Moldova. Young people are also given great opportunities thanks to the Erasmus programme, which allows for mobility and exchanges", he said.

The official said that the Moldova-EU Association Agreement came with exact changes that facilitate life in the Republic of Moldova and exchanges with European Union countries.