The Kremlin has expressed regret over Moldova’s decision to officially withdraw from the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).
Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov commented on the development in a statement to Russian media, addressing Moldova’s decision to leave the CIS.
Responding to a question about the Kremlin’s reaction, Peskov simply said, “We are sorry.”
Earlier, Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mihai Popșoi, officially announced that the country would withdraw from the CIS. The withdrawal process is expected to be completed by April 2027.
Since 2022, Chișinău has been boycotting CIS meetings, as well as those of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), where it held observer status. The current government has decided to redirect exports toward Western markets and is aligning Moldova’s legal framework with European standards.
However, domestic opposition has criticized this policy, warning of potential risks related to migrant workers and economic ties. Former Moldovan President and leader of the Socialists, Igor Dodon, has argued that the government’s approach contradicts national interests and does not reflect the will of the majority of citizens.