This is a transcript of a speech given by the President of the Republic of Moldova, Mircea Snegur, to the Parliament on 27th April 1995. The speech addresses several critical issues pertaining to the transformation of the country, including notions of democracy, dignity, human rights, and free personality development. The President stresses the importance of adhering to European and global communities' standards and expressing optimism despite going through a difficult phase. The speech also covers controversial topics such as the right to strike, the naming of the state's official language, and the fraught question of the republic's identity and relationship with Romania. The homage to Mircea Snegur emphasizes a commitment to democratic reforms, societal solidarity, and national unity.