Commissioner for Enlargement and European Neighbourhood Policy Štefan Füle have visited Chisinau on 18-19 May to participate in the Europe Day celebrations in the "European Village". Speaking at the first day of the event, Mr. Fule stressed the importance of democracy and policy continuity, to ensure inclusiveness in the country’s political processes, in order to take forward the European integration agenda for the long-term benefit of the citizens of Moldova.
Moldova’s Parliament has decided to give itself the power to remove constitutional judges and change election rules. EU has warned Moldova that this move would harm Moldova’s ties with the European Union and is a threat to democracy. “Recent events in Moldova also make me reflect on the pitfalls political processes can face: it is essential that politics is for people; it has to be accountable and inclusive, and has to strengthen democratic institutions, not undermine them. Only through politics committed to genuine reform and deep democracy come concrete benefits to citizens. Democracy is a constant work in progress and often an uphill struggle. You all have prime responsibility in safeguarding it” said the Commissioner.
Europe Day is a unique occasion to celebrate the European values and the European identity. “The European Union is a project in which they share responsibility. As a result, it brings numerous benefits to its citizens: protection, security, the rule of law, with rights and freedoms that are guaranteed, but also increased prosperity and more opportunities for individual self-realisation” said the Commissioner. In the framework of the European celebrations in Moldova were organized public debates, concerts, food festivals etc.
