Romania and Moldova Call Science a Strategic Priority

On the occasion of World Science Day for Peace and Development, established by UNESCO 25 years ago, the Romanian Academy and the Academy of Sciences of Moldova reaffirm the fundamental role of scientific research in ensuring economic and social progress, peace, and sustainable development.

Today’s world is marked by accelerated technological transformations, economic competition, and complex global challenges. Therefore, investing in education, research, and innovation represents a strategic priority for the development of both states, Romania and the Republic of Moldova. The capacity to generate and leverage knowledge constitutes a decisive factor in society’s competitiveness, resilience, and prosperity.

The two Academies reaffirm their commitment to promoting scientific excellence, academic freedom, interdisciplinary research, and the training of new generations of researchers. We aim to strengthen cooperation between scientific communities on both banks of the Prut River, building upon our shared cultural heritage and the complementarity of our expertise.

We call upon the authorities in Bucharest and Chișinău to support these objectives through concrete measures:

Sustained and predictable increases in funding for scientific research and innovation;
Progressive harmonization of research policies and the identification of common strategic priorities;
Development of joint research programs, laboratories, and shared scientific infrastructure;
Support for young researchers through mobility programs, doctoral training, and career opportunities;
Strengthening collaboration among academies, universities, research institutes, and the business sector to effectively utilize scientific results.

Academic cooperation between Romania and the Republic of Moldova also contributes to the European integration of the Republic of Moldova and to enhancing the competitiveness of the entire Romanian space.

The Romanian Academy and the Academy of Sciences of Moldova reaffirm their commitment to promoting scientific excellence and strengthening academic cooperation. We invite the authorities in Bucharest and Chișinău to support these efforts through coherent public policies, sustainable investments, and strategic research programs designed to bolster the competitiveness and resilience of the entire Romanian space.