On 7 April, the Council approved a €40 million assistance package to enhance Moldova’s infantry mobility and air defence-related command and control capabilities. This funding will provide light tactical mobility vehicles and command and control systems to support the integration of short-range air defence systems.
Moscow’s war has direct implications for Moldova.
Overall, our assistance through the European Peace Facility now totals nearly €200 million.
The focus is on Moldova becoming stronger and safer for its citizens.
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The latest, seventh assistance measure, adopted shortly after, allocates an additional €20 million to fund short-range air defence launchers and missiles. Together, these two measures mark a significant expansion of Moldova’s defensive capacity, particularly in the face of regional instability.
“The equipment we are delivering – such as vehicles, protective gear and mobile ambulances – are an investment in peace and to protect people,” said Kaja Kallas, High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and President of the Foreign Affairs Council. “They aim at modernising Moldova’s army and enhance its defence capabilities, in full respect with Moldova’s neutrality.”
The new contributions bring total EPF support to Moldova to €197 million since 2021. This funding enhances the Moldovan Armed Forces’ operational effectiveness and interoperability with EU standards, and supports their ability to protect civilians and infrastructure during crises.
“These new actions will also enhance Moldova’s capacities to participate in EU military CSDP missions and operations,” the Council stated. The EU reaffirmed its commitment to assist Moldova in responding to challenges posed by Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and in reinforcing the country’s security and stability.
The European Peace Facility, established in March 2021, enables the EU to finance actions under its Common Foreign and Security Policy. It aims to prevent conflicts, preserve peace, and support international stability, particularly through defence capacity-building in partner countries.
Source: Council of the European Union.
