Last week, the European Commission’s Vice-President and High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, was visiting the Republic of Moldova. During this diplomatic mission, our experts had a notable encounter with Mr Borrell while he was crossing the border to Ukraine at the Palanca jointly operated border crossing point.

Upon his arrival at Palanca, he met with our experts, who shared insights into their daily on-the-ground efforts – EUBAM’s primary focus remains on enhancing the capabilities of the Moldovan and Ukrainian Customs and Border Authorities.

The Palanca-Maiaky-Udobne jointly operated border crossing point demonstrates a fruitful collaboration supported by the European Union. This project is a remarkable success story where border and customs authorities from the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine join forces to facilitate the seamless passage of people and cargo.