EU4Digital and DG NEAR visit Moldova: fostering digital development and innovation
To strengthen digital development and innovation in Moldova, representatives of the EU4Digital Facility and the Directorate-General for Neighbourhood and Enlargement Negotiations (DG NEAR) visited the country on 14-16 June 2023. The visit provided an invaluable opportunity to engage with key stakeholders and explore initiatives that are advancing the Republic of Moldova’s digital landscape.
During the country visit, EU4Digital Team Leader Arturas Piliponis and other EU4Digital representatives joined DG NEAR Programme Manager for Digital Economy and Development Thibault Charlet in meeting notable local stakeholders.
The delegates reiterated the need for collaboration between the European Union and Moldova in areas such as e-trade, e-governance, digital infrastructure and trust services. The discussions highlighted the importance of aligning policies and strategies to ensure a conducive environment for digital growth.
Moldova’s digital future
The visit to Moldova provided a unique opportunity for the EU4Digital and DG NEAR representatives to gain first-hand insights into the country’s digital landscape, engage with the stakeholders actively driving digital development, and to discuss collaboration, knowledge sharing and capacity building to advance the digital agenda.
EU4Digital Team Leader Arturas Piliponis was impressed by the variety of impactful initiatives and programmes currently running in Moldova. “A country’s wealth doesn’t dictate its capacity for digital growth and innovation; instead, it’s the energy and creativity of its people that matter,” he said. “Talent and innovation development is crucial for future success. Moldova is fully aware of its digital gaps and objectives, with a Digital Strategy ready to launch.”
The insights gained during the visit will contribute to ongoing EU4Digital efforts to advance digital transformation, enhance digital skills, support entrepreneurship and stimulate innovation in Moldova.
More information: https://eufordigital.eu/eu4digital-and-dg-near-visit-moldova-fostering-digital-development-and-innovation/