On February 5, 2025, the President of the National Trade Union Confederation of Moldova (CNSM), Igor Zubcu, had an official meeting with the Consul of the Republic of Moldova in Padova, Italy, Maxim Arghir.

The discussions focused on the situation of Moldovan workers in Italy and their rights. The CNSM President emphasized the importance of strengthening the dialogue with Italian trade unions to provide support for Moldovan workers and ensure the respect of their fundamental rights.

They also discussed joint initiatives that could facilitate Moldovan workers’ access to information about Italian labor legislation and the protection they can receive.

Additionally, a key point of the dialogue was identifying joint activities that trade unions in Moldova, in collaboration with the consulate and diplomatic mission, could organize to encourage Moldovan workers to return home.

The meeting represented an important step towards strengthening cooperation between diplomatic authorities and trade unions, benefiting the citizens of the Republic of Moldova working in Italy.