Prime Minister Vasile Tofan made this statement during a meeting with Petra Lärke, Sweden's ambassador to our country. The officials discussed strengthening the Moldovan-Swedish partnership, support for Moldova's modernization, and cooperation in the field of security. The Prime Minister thanked Sweden for its continued support of Moldova, emphasizing that Sweden is one of Moldova's most important bilateral donors and a long-term development partner through the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida). Vasile Tofan emphasized Moldova's interest in expanding economic and trade relations with Sweden, discussing investment opportunities in the telecommunications and energy sectors. The energy situation was a key topic of discussion, particularly in light of the upcoming 2026–2027 heating season. In 2025, Sweden provided significant assistance by allocating approximately 9 million euros to the Energy Vulnerability Reduction Fund, from which compensation was provided to vulnerable households. The parties agreed to continue projects that contribute to enhancing Moldova's resilience and modernization, strengthening security cooperation, and advancing the country's European path. // 07.08.2026 — InfoMarket.