In order to feel safe, Moldova, even if it is a neutral country, needs to invest more in its armed forces, president Maia Sandu said on April 27, stressing that her country needs a functioning and modern army capable of responding according to the challenges of the time.

"A strong and well-equipped army gives the country freedom of action, self-confidence and strategic choices. Therefore, we must make serious financial and logistical efforts to build a professional, modern and equipped army," Sandu said, quoted by Bursa.ro. She was speaking on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the founding of the General Staff of the National Army.

"We have a war right on our border, so we understand this very well. In this regard, the Republic of Moldova must use the experience of other neutral states to consolidate its armed forces," she said.

(Photo: Gov.ro)

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