Moldovan Foreign Minister Popescu resigns
Kyiv • UNN
Moldovan Foreign Minister Nicu Popescu announced his resignation, saying he needed a break but would continue to help Moldova integrate into the EU. There are rumors that his position may be taken by Deputy Speaker of Parliament Mihai Popsoi.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and European Integration of Moldova, Nicu Popescu, has announced his decision to resign. He said this during a press conference, UNN reports with reference to Point.
I need a break. I will continue to contribute to the efforts of the ruling team to join the European Union,
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The day before, the media reported that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs could be headed by Vice Speaker of the Parliament Mihai Popshoy, who is also a member of the parliamentary commission on foreign policy and European integration.
Earlier, the administration of Moldovan President Maia Sandu denied Popescu's dismissal from this position, calling this information "rumors.
For reference
Popescu took over the Foreign Ministry in August 2021 in the Cabinet of Ministers led by Natalia Havrylytsia.
During his mandate, Moldova received the status of an EU candidate country and opened accession negotiations.