EU extends restrictive measures against those responsible for destabilising Moldova

On 21 April, the Foreign Affairs Council decided to extend EU restrictive measures against those responsible for actions aimed at destabilising, undermining or threatening the sovereignty and independence of the Republic of Moldova, until 29 April 2027.

EU restrictive measures currently apply to a total of 23 individuals and 5 entities.

Individuals and entities listed under this sanctions regime are subject to an asset freeze.

This framework also prohibits the making available of funds or economic resources to those listed, either directly or indirectly. Furthermore, a travel ban is applicable to listed natural persons, preventing them from entering or transiting through the territories of any EU member state.

This legal framework for restrictive measures was first introduced in April 2023 at the request of the Republic of Moldova. It allows the EU to impose sanctions against persons responsible for, supporting or implementing actions which undermine or threaten Moldova’s sovereignty and independence, as well as the country’s democracy, the rule of law, stability or security.

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