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Moldova aims to strengthen security cooperation with Finland and seeks support for EU accession, as stated by President Maia Sandu during her visit. She emphasized learning from Finland's integrated security model and proposed a structured dialogue on resilience. Moldova has opened negotiation chapters for EU membership and is committed to reforms. Sandu highlighted the security dimension of EU accession amid Russian aggression in Ukraine, noting Moldova's border security importance. The country is enhancing defense capabilities and reducing reliance on Russian gas. Sandu thanked Finland for its support to Ukraine, linking it to Moldova's security. EU membership is seen as vital for Moldova's political, economic, and security goals.