Mr. Mihai Popșoi, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Moldova and Mr. Jan Lipavský, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic
Text: M. Hošková, M. Zisso; Photo: Serghei Gherciu and archive
The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova, Mr. Mihai Popșoi, paid a visit to the Czech Republic from 30th August to 1st September 2024. On this occasion he had a bilateral meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic, Mr. Jan Lipavský, and participated at the 19th edition of the GLOBSEC Forum.
The meeting of the two foreign ministers at the Czernin palace focused on advancing the political dialogue between the Republic of Moldova and the Czech Republic, trade and economic relations between both states, and the ongoing Czech support for Moldova’s EU accession process. Minister Popșoi also appreciated the assistance provided by the Czech government in managing the energy and refugee crises. Another important aspect of the discussions referred to the cooperation between the Republic of Moldova and the Czech Republic within international and regional organizations. Foreign Minister Popșoi invited his counterpart to visit the Republic of Moldova.
The 19th edition of the GLOBSEC Forum, one of the most important dialogue platforms in Europe, was held in Prague under the auspices of the President of the Czech Republic, Mr. Petr Pavel. During the event, Foreign Minister Popșoi participated as a speaker in the ministerial panel discussion, themed “Countering Russia’s Hybrid Threats”.
Viorel Covalciuc, Counsellor of the Embassy, Mihai Popșoi, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Moldova and H.E. Mr. Alexandru Codreanu, previous Ambassador of Moldova to the Czech Republic
Meeting Moldovan citizens living in Czechia: H.E. Mr. Alexandru Codreanu, previous Ambassador of Moldova to the Czech Republic and Mihai Popșoi, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Moldova with Mrs. Aliona Matei and Mr. Alexandru Matei, owners of the Moldovan restaurant ”La Taifas” in Prague
Foreign Minister Popșoi referred to the main challenges facing the European continent, the Black Sea region, and the Republic of Moldova. He spoke about Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, also addressing topics related to hybrid threats to the Republic of Moldova from the Russian Federation, especially the spread of disinformation and propaganda, cyber-attacks, and attempts to disrupt Moldova’s European path.
Mihai Popșoi, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Moldova
The Deputy Prime Minister also spoke about the measures taken by the national authorities to increase the defence, resilience, and security capabilities of the country. “We will continue to make all the necessary efforts for the Republic of Moldova to consolidate its place in the great European family. Our future is in the European Union, where prosperity and development are guaranteed”, he said.
While in Prague, Foreign Minister Popșoi visited the Embassy of the Republic of Moldova and met with Moldovan citizens residing in Czechia.