India-Moldova Relations: Both Nations Discuss Cooperation In Energy, Agriculture And Connectivity

India-Moldova Relations: Both Nations Discuss Cooperation In Energy, Agriculture And Connectivity

New Delhi, Nov 11: India and Moldova have agreed to explore wider cooperation in key sectors, including energy, agriculture, connectivity and capacity building, during their third round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) held on Wednesday.

The discussions covered a broad range of bilateral issues, with both countries expressing interest in strengthening political, economic, educational, cultural and consular ties, as well as people-to-people exchanges.

The Indian delegation was led by Sibi George, Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), while the Moldovan side was headed by Corina Calugaru, State Secretary in the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Talks Cover Bilateral And Global Issues

According to the MEA, the two delegations reviewed the overall progress of India-Moldova relations and discussed opportunities to deepen cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

Both sides also exchanged views on regional and international developments and explored ways to work together through multilateral platforms.

The consultations are expected to provide fresh momentum to the partnership, particularly in areas that offer opportunities for economic and institutional cooperation.

President Murmu’s Visit Gave Fresh Momentum

The latest diplomatic engagement follows President Droupadi Murmu’s historic state visit to Moldova in July 2026, the first-ever visit by an Indian President to the Eastern European country.

During the visit, President Murmu highlighted the contribution of the Indian community, including students, in strengthening friendship and cultural ties between the two nations.

She also attended a banquet hosted in her honour by Moldovan President Maia Sandu in Chisinau.

Welcoming the Indian President at the time, Sandu described India as a valued partner and emphasised the importance of building a relationship based on democratic values, mutual trust and cooperation.

Next Consultation To Be Held In Chisinau

Both countries agreed to organise the next round of Foreign Office Consultations in Chisinau, the capital of Moldova, at a mutually convenient date.

The MEA said the discussions would contribute to further strengthening the India-Moldova partnership, building on the goodwill generated by the presidential visit earlier this year.

The renewed diplomatic engagement reflects the two countries’ interest in expanding their cooperation amid changing regional and global circumstances.