The second EU-Moldova Summit, held in Brussels on 22 June 2026, marked a further step in EU-Moldova relations, with leaders focusing on the next stages of Moldova's accession process and deepening integration. President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Council António Costa, and President of Moldova Maia Sandu gathered one week after the formal opening of the first negotiation cluster on 15 June 2026. Von der Leyen stated: 'Moldova's place is in the European Union. The courage, determination and commitment of its people are bringing the country closer to our Union every day.'
The summit took stock of Moldova's reform progress under the €1.9 billion Growth Plan for Moldova, adopted in March 2025, which is the largest EU financial support package ever provided to the country. To date, Moldova has unlocked around €504 million under the facility. A new EU-backed investment of €232.7 million for the rehabilitation of the Porumbrei–Comrat road was announced. Leaders welcomed Moldova's gradual integration into the EU single market, including participation in the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) since October 2025, the Roam Like at Home scheme since January 2026, and Creative Europe since January 2026. The Commission supports Moldova's full association in the next Erasmus+ programme and intends to extend the DiscoverEU rail pass to young Moldovans in 2027.
On security and defence, the leaders discussed the consequences of Russia's war against Ukraine and reaffirmed commitment to strengthening Moldova's resilience. A new €11 million support measure will bolster Moldova's resilience against hybrid attacks, and €17 million in border infrastructure investment will support security and territorial integrity. The EU Partnership Mission in Moldova was highlighted as vital. Moldova is the second-largest recipient of European Peace Facility support, with €197 million committed to date, and another package is under preparation for 2026. The EU also imposed restrictive measures against six individuals for actions undermining Moldova's democratic processes.
The summit builds on the first EU-Moldova Summit in July 2025 and Moldova's candidate status since June 2022. The Growth Plan, supported by the Reform and Growth Facility for 2025–2027, has already delivered tangible benefits, including improved market access for agricultural products and over €16 million mobilised through Erasmus+ since 2021.