U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken pledged USD 135 million in aid to Moldova for energy security and to counter Russian disinformation, reaffirming Washington’s support for Moldova’s European integration and its sovereignty against the backdrop of Russian threats and the war in Ukraine.

Blinken announced the assistance and expressed his admiration for President Maia Sandu’s leadership at a joint news conference with Sandu in Chisinau. He praised recent progress made in Chisinau, including the fight against corruption and preparations for EU accession.

“Two years ago when I was here we discussed how we will be able to build a dynamic Moldova, anchored in Europe that lives in peace. Despite all the difficulties you are facing you have taken concrete steps to fulfill this vision, which will create a strong future, through progress along the European path. You really are a small country with a big heart”, - said Antony Blinken.