German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock emphasized the necessity of supporting Ukraine to ensure Moldova's stability, warning that Moldova could be the next target of Russian aggression if Ukraine falls. Speaking at the Moldova Partnership Platform conference in Chisinau, she stated, 'Everything that we do to support Ukraine also means fostering stabilisation with regards to Moldova.' Moldova's President Maia Sandu echoed this sentiment, highlighting the significant economic damage caused by the war in Ukraine and accusing Moscow of attempting to destabilize her government. The conference included officials from several European countries, aiming to provide Moldova with financial support and bolster its ties to the European Union. Furthermore, Moldova is pursuing a security and defense partnership with the EU, marking its commitment to Western alignment. The ongoing conflict in Ukraine poses a direct threat to Moldova's economic development and security, as reiterated by both Baerbock and Sandu.