Moldova discusses canceling visa-free travel with Russia, and denouncing a friendship treaty.
Key facts
- •Moldova is discussing the cancellation of the visa-free regime with Russia.
- •The 2001 Treaty on Friendship and Cooperation with Russia may be denounced.
- •The treaty could be terminated within one or two years.
- •Moldova plans to leave the CIS in April 2027.
Moldova's authorities are discussing the possibility of canceling the visa-free regime with Russia. A deputy from the Party of Socialists, Bogdan Tsirdea, stated that the cancellation is being discussed behind the scenes.
Visa Regime and Treaty
Moldova is also discussing the possibility of denouncing the 2001 Treaty on Friendship and Cooperation with Russia. The treaty recognizes the parties as strategic partners. According to Tsirdea, this agreement could be terminated within one or two years.
Moldova's Foreign Policy
Moldovan Foreign Minister Mihai Pop·oi stated that the republic would leave the CIS in April 2027. The discussions on the visa-free regime and the treaty are part of Moldova's ongoing foreign policy developments.
This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by TASS (English).
