On behalf of my country and fellow citizens, I extend my sincere congratulations on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of UNESCO.
I am glad to be back at the Forum 2000 Conference, even though virtually this time. Thank you for the invitation. The hardships of the pandemic, the rise of populism and authoritarianism, the challenges brought about by the digital age - all these issues make us raise the question that you put in the title of the conference: how do we build back democratically. And our answers will shape the future of our communities and the future of our world.
A few weeks ago, my country, the Republic of Moldova, celebrated the 30-th anniversary of its independence. I want to use this opportunity to once again congratulate my fellow citizens on this important milestone to us! Together, we chose democracy and freedom over corruption and state capture. It is my great honor to address today this high-level UN forum on their behalf.
Thank you for this invitation to speak at this important event - the founding of the ”Crimea Platform”. I am here to reaffirm Moldova’s unwavering support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine within its internationally recognized borders.
We, the Heads of State of Georgia, Republic of Moldova and Ukraine have gathered in Batumi to strengthen the trilateral cooperation among our countries on European integration and reiterate our pledge to work together for the peaceful, democratic and prosperous European future for Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine.
It is a pleasure to be here today, in Batumi, among good neighbors, partners and friends, to discuss how we can strengthen the trilateral cooperation among our countries on European integration.
Dear citizens, several minutes ago I signed the decree to dissolve the Parliament.
Presidency of the Republic of Moldova
