EU-Moldova Association Agreement Approval

Summary

The European Parliament has approved an Association Agreement with Moldova, creating a deep free trade area to modernize its economy and strengthen ties with the EU.
10 28.05.2016
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european union
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international relations

Key points

In force from 01/09/2014 (Provisional application of the agreement began on this date following ratification by the Parliament of Moldova on 2014-07-23.)
  • The European Parliament has officially given its consent to the Association Agreement with Moldova.
  • The agreement establishes a Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area (DCFTA) to integrate Moldova more closely with the EU.
  • Most import duties will be eliminated, though some sensitive agricultural products will be monitored or subject to quotas.
  • The agreement mandates reforms in service sectors, intellectual property protection, and public procurement systems to match EU standards.
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