Sandu, Starmer Discuss Stronger Moldova–UK Ties

Sandu, Starmer Discuss Stronger Moldova–UK Ties

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President Maia Sandu met with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London to discuss boosting bilateral cooperation, attracting British investment, and creating jobs in Moldova. Sandu praised the growing partnership, noting progress in trade and a new agreement allowing Moldovans to exchange UK driving licences without exams for their first five years of residence starting August 1, CE Report quotes MOLDPRES

She highlighted increased Moldovan fruit exports to the UK and described the partnership as one that delivers real benefits to citizens. Sandu is visiting the UK on July 23–24, where she will also meet King Charles III and members of the Moldovan diaspora in Northampton.

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