Moldova is on the brink of a historic decision, as nearly final results from a pivotal referendum show a knife-edge majority in favor of joining the European Union. The vote, which saw 50.17% of citizens casting their ballots in support of EU membership, has the potential to reshape the future of the Eastern European nation.
Proponents of joining the EU argue that membership would bring increased economic opportunities, improved governance, and access to European markets. They believe that aligning with the EU will help Moldova break free from its dependence on Russia and strengthen its ties with Western Europe.
However, there are also concerns about the challenges that come with EU membership, including meeting the stringent criteria for accession and navigating the complex political landscape of European integration. Opponents of joining the EU fear that Moldova’s economy and sovereignty could be at risk if the country becomes too reliant on external powers.
The outcome of the referendum is still pending official confirmation, but if the results hold, Moldova will take a significant step towards closer ties with the European Union. This decision could have far-reaching implications for Moldova’s future trajectory and its place in the global community.
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Great news for Moldova.
Rusbots must be mad. They aren’t getting bonuses this month!
A lot of voted were bought by russia, and even so, the good guys won
The Moldovan people chose EU integration. It's a done deal.
THANK YOU FRANCE24!
From Moldova!!!
50.1% against EU: razor thin undecided majority, Russia meddling!
50.1% for EU: Moldova voted YES
Merci Eu Parliament !
You financing foreigner politics to apply for your corrupting System in Bruessel at all costs.. then called it democracy …
Moldova dont want to be part of EU ..
Welcome to the EU Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine!
Together we will win and defeat evil Ru!
I thought Moldova was going to rejoin Romania. What happened with that?
I love our western media they didn't get the vote they wanted so there most of been Russian meddling?
Why did you show a map of Brussels and not Moldova
Wouldn't have been close if Russia had stayed out of it.
What is better? The dictators of the EU or Putin of Russia?
putin russia Dosen't dictat Human Life on this Earth
It doesn't matter how you vote, it only matters who count.
fail..eu fail
Eurofiles rejoice another Basket case Easternblock country that is going to receive billions of Euros and not pay a Cent back. Also they are NOT GONNA TAKE MIGRANTS
Fak the EU