EU and Moldova enhance digital cooperation for better resilience in strategic areas

On 14 July, the European Commission welcomed the deepening of digital cooperation between Moldova and the European Union. This includes steps to enhance cybersecurity, tackle misinformation, and include Moldova in the EU roaming area.

According to a press release by the Directorate-General for Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood, the Council’s authorisation to use the EU Cybersecurity Reserve for Moldova marks “a key advancement” in regional security and EU-Moldova digital cooperation under the EU’s Cyber Solidarity Act. This first successful cyber agreement reached under the Danish Presidency helps address major cybersecurity incidents. It is a “significant achievement” in the Commission’s efforts to deepen digital cooperation and boost the security of both Moldova and the EU, as outlined in the Joint EU-Moldova Declaration.

The Commission also welcomes the political agreement for Moldova to join the ‘Roam Like at Home’ area. Following the formal adoption, this will enable Moldovan citizens and EU travellers to call, text, and use mobile data without incurring additional charges. 

Additionally, Moldova joins the EU Third Countries’ Trusted List for validation of electronic signatures from non-EU countries. This allows easy validation of signatures and seals from EU organisations and citizens, making it easier for EU and Moldovan companies and citizens to do business together. 

Finally, to strengthen societal resilience against foreign interference and disinformation in the region, a new hub of the European Digital Media Observatory, FACT, has been established with the Commission’s support.

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