Moldova is becoming increasingly attractive to investors, as it follows the development model of countries that have previously joined the European Union. The statement belongs to the European Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, and was made at the EU-Moldova Investment Conference, held in Chisinau. According to the European official, reforms, strengthening the rule of law and getting closer to the EU increase the confidence of the business environment and open up new opportunities for economic development for the country, reports IPN.
Marta Kos emphasized that Moldova is making rapid progress both in the EU accession process and in the implementation of reforms undertaken through the EU Growth Plan. According to her, the country has already achieved 93% of the planned reforms, a level that surpasses the performance of other candidate states benefiting from similar programs.
“Investments generate economic growth and innovation, and economic growth brings prosperity, and then comes the most important part: people directly benefit from these changes”, declared the European Commissioner.
The official announced that the EU has received over 75 investment projects from companies interested in the Republic of Moldova. The first eight companies have signed letters of intent for investments estimated at around 208 million euros. At the same time, financial institutions have expressed their willingness to mobilize up to 443 million euros. “In total, EU support generates planned investments of up to 640 million euros. Together with the private investments of 364 million euros announced by the Government of the Republic of Moldova, the total value of the investments exceeds one billion euros. This is the result of your work”, added Marta Kos.
In turn, President Maia Sandu stated that the interest of investors in the Republic of Moldova is the result of transformations in recent years and a firm commitment to European integration. The head of state mentioned that the country offers more and more guarantees to investors by strengthening the rule of law, combating corruption, and aligning with European standards.
“When you invest in Moldova, you invest in a country whose future is anchored in Europe. You invest in a country that adopts European rules on competition, fair treatment, and the protection that any serious investor expects”, said Maia Sandu.
According to the head of state, the European Union is the main partner in the economic transformation of the country, and the Growth Plan, worth nearly two billion euros, will support the development of infrastructure, modernization of industry and creation of new economic opportunities. Maia Sandu emphasized that the funds are directed towards specific projects and reward the reforms implemented by the authorities.
At the same time, Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu stated that the Republic of Moldova is no longer just a small market in Eastern Europe, but a future EU member state and a reliable partner for the European business environment. According to him, European integration means stronger institutions, clearer rules, and a more predictable investment climate.
“For Moldova, European integration is not just a political destination. It is an economic transformation. It means stronger institutions, better governance, and a more predictable business environment. This is exactly the Moldova we are building”, declared the Prime Minister.
The EU-Moldova Investment Conference, organized by the Government and the European Commission, marks one year since the launch of the Growth Plan for Moldova. The event brought together investors, representatives of financial institutions, and decision-makers to discuss investment opportunities in areas such as energy, agri-food, infrastructure, transportation, advanced manufacturing, innovation and digital technologies.
