On the Independence Day of the Republic of Moldova, Prime Minister Vasile Tofan, together with President Maia Sandu and Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu, laid flowers at the “Grieving Mother” monument at the Eternity Memorial Complex and at the monument to Stephen the Great and Holy, TRIBUNA reports.

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan thanked all Moldovans who, over the years, have contributed to strengthening the country’s independence, as well as those who fought for the territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova.

“Today, we can think freely and travel freely. The road we have traveled to become masters of our own destiny has been a difficult one. We must realize how important that step was and how much our country has advanced over these 35 years. I also want to thank those who fought for the independence and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova in 1992. There were many such Moldovans, and some of them sacrificed their lives. Today, it is very important to remember them and pay tribute to all those who fought for this country,” the Prime Minister stated.

The head of the Government also stressed that the authorities must meet citizens’ expectations and continue the country’s development:

“I understand that many people may have had greater expectations from independence. At the Government, we understand that expectations are high, and our duty is to live up to them.”

Alongside the three leaders, members of the Cabinet of Ministers, MPs, employees of central public institutions, members of the first Parliament, and citizens attended the flower-laying ceremony.