Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mihai Popșoi, met with Argentina’s Ambassador to the Republic of Moldova, Carlos Alejandro Poffo, who is based in Bucharest and is currently on a working visit to Chișinău, TRIBUNA reports.

The discussions focused on strengthening Moldovan-Argentine relations and expanding cooperation in the economic, trade, energy, agricultural, and cultural sectors. Popșoi highlighted Moldova’s interest in deepening ties with South American countries, including by expanding its diplomatic presence in the region.

“The Republic of Moldova aims to strengthen its diplomatic presence internationally and develop stronger partnerships beyond Europe. Argentina is an important partner in South America, and the potential for our cooperation is considerable. We are fully open to turning existing opportunities into concrete projects that benefit citizens and the business communities in both countries,” Minister Mihai Popșoi said.

An important topic of the meeting was facilitating travel between Moldova and Argentina. The officials discussed the possibility of easing visa requirements, including potentially introducing visa-free travel for holders of ordinary passports, to encourage people-to-people contacts and promote economic and tourism relations.

The two sides also discussed advancing a bilateral agreement on civil aviation.

Ambassador Carlos Alejandro Poffo reaffirmed Argentina’s interest in developing bilateral relations, highlighting the potential for economic cooperation and the presence of Argentine investments in Moldova.

The officials also addressed Moldova’s European integration process, regional security developments, and cooperation within international organizations. They reaffirmed the importance of respecting international law and maintaining a rules-based international order.

At the conclusion of the meeting, both officials reiterated their shared commitment to deepening bilateral dialogue and making the most of opportunities for cooperation between the Republic of Moldova and the Argentine Republic.