For the first time, Moldova will take part in the NATO Summit that wall be held at the start of September, Minister of Foreign Affairs and European Integration Natalia Gherman said in an interview for Radio Free Europe, IPN reports.

“Moldova this year contributed to the success of the NATO missions to promote security and stability on the European continent within KFOR. Owing to this fact, we will be invited to the NATO Summit, for the first time. I hope we will have all the preconditions to benefit from the Alliance’s solidarity now more than ever,” stated Natalia Gherman.

Asked if Russia can be more cooperative as a result of Washington’s request to withdraw its troops from Moldova’s territory, the minister said this request probably cannot be ignored. “The United States is a country that consistently promotes this desideratum both within the Russian-American dialogue and within international organizations. The NATO Summit is approaching. Moldova’s allies within NATO may reiterate this request,” stated Natalia Gherman.

Earlier, a number of politicians said the Republic of Moldova should join NATO.