Moldova is grateful to Ukraine for the courage with which it defends its independence and, consequently, the security and freedom of our country. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan has made statements to this effect at the opening of the exhibition titled, Rebirth in Glory and Power, hosted by the parliament of Moldova on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s declaration of independence.

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan reiterated Moldova’s solidarity with Ukraine and the Ukrainian people and expressed gratitude for their courage and resilience: “By defending Ukraine’s independence, you are also defending our independence and we are deeply grateful to you.”

“Every time a new warehouse, a new factory, a new building is destroyed, the people of Ukraine say that they will rebuild and repair everything and will prevail in this unjust war. I admire the resilience and courage of the Ukrainian people. I am confident that they will overcome this severe trial and will manage to rebuild a more beautiful, more dignified and more prosperous Ukraine,” the PM added.

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan firmly condemned the Russian Federation’s war of aggression against Ukraine, urging people not to be influenced by Russian propaganda: “Things are very clear; there is no room for gray areas, there is black and white: we have an aggressor and we have a victim. And I very much want us, in Moldova, to understand this as well, because, unfortunately, there are people who remain influenced by Kremlin’s propaganda.”

The exhibition, Rebirth in Glory and Power, is dedicated to churches and other sites destroyed or damaged as a result of the Russian Federation’s war of aggression against Ukraine. It includes photographs and documentary materials that show the extent of the destruction inflicted on Ukraine’s cultural and spiritual heritage. The opening event was also attended by Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu, members of the cabinet of ministers, Ambassador of Ukraine to Moldova Paun Rohovei, as well as representatives of the National Reserve “Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra” and of the Ukrainian community of Moldova.

The exhibition is organized by the Embassy of Ukraine in Moldova, in cooperation with the National Reserve “Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra” and the National Museum of the Revolution of Dignity. It can be visited at the parliament until August 26, and as of August 27, it will be hosted by the National Museum of History of Moldova.

The Republic of Moldova on August 27 will mark 35 years since the proclamation of Independence. We invite and expect all citizens to take part in the events on the Great National Assembly Square (PMAN), in order to celebrate together our country, the freedom and independence that unite us.

The official schedule will start at 08:30, with a flower-laying ceremony at the Grieving Mother monument at the Eternity Memorial Complex. Afterwards, at 09:30, flowers will be laid at the monument of Ruler Stephen the Great and Holy.

The events will continue on the PMAN. At 16:30, we invite all citizens to the military parade, which will involve over 2,000 service members and representatives of the participating structures, and will feature more than 100 units of military and special equipment of the National Army and the Interior Ministry. The concert dedicated to Independence Day will begin at 18:00 and will bring numerous local artists to the stage.

The Republic of Moldova proclaimed its independence on August 27, 1991, when the parliament adopted the Declaration of Independence.

The capitalizing on the potential for economic and trade cooperation, attracting investments and developing new joint projects have been the main topics discussed by Prime Minister Vasile Tofan with Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Moldova Almat Aidarbekov.

The discussions focused on more areas with cooperation potential, including energy security, transport, infrastructure rehabilitation and the medical equipment sector. The interlocutors also highlighted the importance of protecting mutual investments and creating the necessary conditions to encourage and expand them.

In the context, Prime Minister Vasile Tofan referred to the investment opportunities offered by Moldova and the advantages for companies that choose to develop businesses in the country, including the facilities provided by free economic zones and access to foreign markets.

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan today had a meeting with Ambassador of Japan to Moldova Kazuyuki Takeuchi. The officials discussed the development of the bilateral partnership, the expansion of trade and the attraction of Japanese investments to Moldova.

PM Vasile Tofan expressed gratitude for the continuous support provided by Japan to Moldova. Over the years, including through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), the country has benefited from assistance of more than 140 million dollars for the modernization of agriculture and the medical system, strengthening emergency response capacities, increasing the energy resilience and enhancing the capacities of public institutions. The sides discussed the possibility of expanding JICA-supported projects in the areas of railway infrastructure and agriculture.

For his part, Ambassador Kazuyuki Takeuchi highlighted the friendly relations between the two states and expressed Japan’s support for the modernization of the country and the European path of Moldova.

The dialogue also focused on developing economic cooperation, attracting new investments, increasing Moldovan exports and promoting local products on the Japanese market. In 2025, bilateral trade reached around 130 million dollars, with wine as the main product exported to Japan.

In 2027, Moldova and Japan will mark 35 years since the establishment of the diplomatic relations.