The project kicked off with a significant visit by Border control experts from the Food and Veterinary Service (FVS) to the National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) of Moldova. Supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia, this visit marks the beginning of the crucial development cooperation project aimed at strengthening the capabilities of ANSA. The project focuses on promoting the efficiency of export/import controls and ensuring the safe circulation of goods and products. During the visit, the FVS border control experts conducted a thorough evaluation of Moldova's existing food, veterinary and phytosanitary border control system. The purpose of this assessment is to prepare comprehensive recommendations for updating the import control system to align it with the EU Official Controls Regulation and its implementing legislation. This alignment will play a crucial role in preparing Moldova for its future accession to the European Union.