Mayors back administrative-territorial reform to boost development, EU funds
Moldova1,
29 August 2025 10:30
The administrative-territorial reform is crucial for the development of local communities, enhancing their ability to access European funds and improving the public services provided to citizens, according to Ala Procopciuc, the mayor of Călinești commune in the Fălești district. Similarly, Iulian Eremei, the mayor of Prepelița commune in the Sângerei district, believes that the territorial reform should begin with small villages, where a lack of financial and human resources hinders sustainable development without external support.
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