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Ukraine’s decision to include Moldova in the list of countries eligible for simplified acquisition of Ukrainian citizenship is a strategic step and a timely response to Russia’s attempts to destabilize the country by manipulating citizenship issues in the Transnistria region, Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said.<\/p>\n

According to the minister, the new mechanism, which allows eligible applicants to obtain Ukrainian citizenship without renouncing their existing nationality, had previously been extended to ethnic Ukrainians living in EU member states, the United Kingdom, Canada, the United States, Norway, Switzerland, and Iceland. The legal framework is now also available to citizens of Moldova,\u00a0UATV English<\/a>\u00a0reports.<\/p>\n

“For us, including Moldova on the list is not merely a formal geographic expansion. It is a logical step in relations with a country with which we share both a common border and a common path toward the European Union,” Sybiha said.<\/p>\n

He noted that Moldova has supported Ukraine and assisted Ukrainian citizens since the first days of Russia’s full-scale invasion, while also hosting a large and active Ukrainian community.<\/p>\n

“We are sincerely interested in ensuring that ethnic Ukrainians abroad have as many opportunities as possible to maintain ties with their homeland,” the minister stressed.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Sybiha added that the decision is also a logical, well-considered, and timely response to Russia’s attempts to destabilize friendly Moldova by exploiting citizenship issues involving residents of the Transnistria region.<\/p>\n

“Ukraine demonstrates leadership, sovereignty, and responsibility. Unlike Russia, which seeks destabilization and the expansion of war, Ukraine’s strategic goal has always been, and remains, peace, security, and stability for friendly Moldova,” he emphasized.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Earlier, Ukraine’s Cabinet of Ministers approved the inclusion of the Republic of Moldova in the list of countries whose citizens are eligible to apply for Ukrainian citizenship under the simplified procedure.<\/p>\n

Read also:<\/strong> Ukraine Expands Simplified Citizenship Procedure to Moldovan Nationals \u2014 Sybiha<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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