Remarks

So, good morning. It is a big pleasure to welcome Mihai, the Deputy Prime Minister of Moldova.

NATO and Moldova enjoy [an] excellent, excellent relationship. Over 30 years now, we are working together.

And I really want to say here, that I really admire what Moldova is doing.

You had the elections and against some big troubles, you were able to really continue on the European path. I think that was very important.

And in the middle of managing all those difficulties, you are all still able to support Ukraine, both morally and practically. I really want to thank you. Thank you for that.

And as NATO, we look forward to keep on working together, particularly as you are working on an ambitious reform path, reform package. And wherever we can be helpful - we want to be as helpful as possible and continue the close cooperation. So your leadership, you have to know you have many friends in this building. And thank you so much for being here and taking the time.