Bilateral relations

Luxembourg and the Republic of Moldova have maintained diplomatic relations since 10 March 1992, following Moldova’s independence after the dissolution of the Soviet Union. Bilateral relations are characterised by regular political dialogue, a convergence of views on European issues and a shared commitment to regional stability and resilience.

On the diplomatic front, Luxembourg is represented in the Republic of Moldova by a non-resident Ambassador, Mr Alain de Muyser, accredited in September 2023, who is resident in Luxembourg. The Grand Duchy also has an Honorary Consul in Chișinău, Mr Luc Vocks, who has held the post since February 2021. The Republic of Moldova is represented by its Ambassador in Brussels, Mr Viorel Cibotaru, who was accredited to the Grand Duchy in March 2023.

At European level, Luxembourg actively supports Moldova’s rapprochement with the EU, in particular the granting of candidate country status in 2022 and the implementation of the Association Agreement. The Grand Duchy played a historic role by hosting in Luxembourg the first Intergovernmental Conference officially opening Moldova’s EU accession negotiations in June 2024. This commitment is also reflected in concrete participation in EU missions. Luxembourg contributes to the EUPM Moldova, a civilian mission launched in April 2023 and extended until May 2027, aimed at strengthening Moldovan capabilities in crisis management, cybersecurity and countering hybrid threats. In 2026, the Grand Duchy confirmed its intention to second national experts within this framework. Luxembourg has also supported the objectives of the European Union Border Assistance Mission to Moldova and Ukraine (EUBAM), active from 2005 to November 2025, which contributed to the modernisation of border management and the alignment with European standards, particularly in the Transnistrian context.

Economic relations

Bilateral economic relations, in terms of goods and services, remain limited in volume. Moldova ranks 105th among Luxembourg’s trading partners for exports (2024 figures). While trade remains modest, it has shown strong growth (+37% per year over the last five years) and mainly involves industrial or agri-food goods as well as services. This dynamism is underpinned by a solid bilateral legal framework, notably the Convention – aimed at avoiding double taxation – signed in 2007, the modernisation of which was formalised by the signing of a new Protocol on 25 June 2024. Furthermore, the protection of operators is guaranteed by the Agreement between the Belgo-Luxembourg Economic Union (UEBL) and the Republic of Moldova on the reciprocal promotion and protection of investments (1996). These instruments, combined with the framework of the EU–Moldova Association Agreement (DCFTA), provide favourable conditions for the development of trade, particularly in sectors where Luxembourg has recognised expertise: financial services, sustainable finance, logistics and information technology.

Complementing this bilateral framework, Luxembourg actively contributes to establishing a more stable institutional environment, particularly in the areas of good governance, the rule of law and societal resilience. And within the framework of development cooperation, particular attention has been paid to vulnerable populations, to managing the socio-economic effects of the energy crisis and to the reception of Ukrainian refugees.

Finally, people-to-people and cultural exchanges enrich this relationship. Moldova, a member of La Francophonie, actively participates in the Council of Europe’s Cultural Routes, whose Institute is based in Luxembourg. These interactions form part of European mobility, educational and cultural cooperation programmes such as Erasmus+ or Creative Europe, and include ad hoc participation in the cultural, musical and sporting fields, particularly during events and competitions with a European dimension. Dialogue between civil society and local authorities also helps to strengthen mutual understanding and Moldova’s European integration.

Overall, relations between Luxembourg and the Republic of Moldova are developing positively, driven by shared values and a common desire to strengthen the stability and prosperity of the European continent.