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Are you a CSO, media outlet, or content creator in Moldova? Your story matters. We’re looking for you. GLOBSEC is managing a new grant call to support independent voices in Moldova -with priority for outlets serving vulnerable regions, particularly Gagauzia.

Open Call: Financial Support for Independent Media Outlets in Vulnerable Regions of Moldova

The Institute for European Policies and Reforms (IPRE) launches a call for expression of interest for the selection of four experts to support capacity building, toolkit development, and mentorship for Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in the field of home affairs reform and EU accession (Chapter 24), within the project “Strengthening civil society organizations in the Republic of Moldova to advance home affairs reforms and EU integration through engagement with the Ministry of Internal Affairs”, funded by the European Commission and IOM Moldova.

Call for the selection of experts for mentorship for CSOs in the Field of Home Affairs Reform

College of Europe announces master’s scholarships for young people from Moldova

EU Talks #MoldovanYouthForEurope: The Future Starts with Us

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Today, the European Commission adopted its annual Enlargement Package, presenting a comprehensive assessment of the progress made by the enlargement partners over the past twelve months.

Enlargement Package shows progress towards EU membership for key enlargement partners

Moldova is an EU candidate country since 2022

The EU and Republic of Moldova relationships development by November 2025

Through the EU4Business initiative, the European Union supports the development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Republic of Moldova by providing funding, technical assistance, and innovation support.

EU support for young entrepreneurs in Moldova: success stories

Moldovan company PDG Fruct may have begun as a modest family fruit-growing business, but it has grown into a firm operating to international standards and exporting to EU countries. Born from a heartfelt ambition to build a local fruit production company from the ground up, it now has its sights set on expansion, innovation and long-term sustainability. PDG Fruct is among more than 440 businesses to have received support from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU). It has benefited from a joint programme that helps small firms match their ambitions with modern technology, enabling them to boost growth, efficiency and their competitiveness both domestically and abroad. Bearing fruit Zinaida Plămădeală, PDG Fruct’s administrator and export manager, still remembers the emotions of seeing the company’s produce on the shelves of local retailers for the first time. It was a moment of true validation and a source of lasting motivation. “We were full of emotion, enthusiasm and hope, even though our harvest was modest,” she recalls. The company started with strawberries and apples before eventually expanding into plums. Today, these fruits are grown near Moldova’s capital, in the villages of Păulești and Pitușca. “For me, the most rewarding thing is to see our fruits delivered fresh and being appreciated on external markets, to feel that we are offering value to consumers and pride to our team,” says Zinaida. Work at the company never stops: the land dictates the rhythm. Early summer brings strawberries and apples, followed by plums that last into late autumn. Then comes processing, marketing, distribution and exports, with the company now supplying several EU countries. Behind this success is a team of 30 dedicated young professionals, most of them locals. Sowing the seeds Ambition and determination alone are not enough to succeed in PDG Fruct’s field: modern agriculture also requires modern production methods. That is why the company turned to the EU4Business-EBRD Credit Line, a joint initiative of the EBRD and the EU that helps companies invest in higher standards and more efficient processes, helping to drive growth and long-term success. The programme provides EBRD loans through commercial banks, complemented by EU grants and technical assistance. “We invested in automated sorting and packaging equipment not only for productivity, but also for sustainability, to reduce losses, guarantee quality, increase efficiency and to become a regional hub for other producers,” explains Zinaida. The results speak for themselves: productivity has doubled. The company can now sort and pack about 36 tonnes of plums in just eight hours. Being able to offer consistent product quality has also opened doors to demanding international markets. Looking ahead, PDG Fruct plans to expand its plum orchards, build a new storage and packaging hall and fully digitalise its operations. “We believe in smart agriculture: connected to EU markets, based on sustainability and innovation,” Zinaida says. “Our ambition is to contribute to Moldova’s agriculture, increase exports, adopt modern technologies and strengthen our position among the top producers of plums and other fruits.” Beneath these goals, it is PDG Fruct’s deep personal commitment that fuels its continuous growth – its desire to blend Moldova’s rich agricultural traditions with modern technologies to produce products that people everywhere can enjoy. As Zinaida puts it: “I still love ripe plums straight from the orchard the most.”

EBRD and EU support Moldovan fruit grower

The European Union is the largest development partner of the Republic of Moldova

STORIES

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In the village of Slobozia, in the Ștefan Vodă district of Moldova, Veronica and Veniamin Bondarenco – a dedicated farming couple – made a bold decision to invest in their homeland rather than seek a future abroad.

Smart farming in Slobozia: Digitalization transforming businesses in Moldova

Packaging made in Răspopeni: a family business reaches international markets

Attraction for kids in Ungheni launched with the support of EU4Business and UNDP

The pandemic has sparked business ideas for many, including Iulia Cernobrivcenko from Tiraspol. While on maternity leave, Iulia literally tailored a family business together with her mother.

A family business, tailored for a better future in Tiraspol

NEWS

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Ten religious leaders are now better prepared to contribute to preventing and responding to domestic violence.

Religious leaders promote gender equality and prevent domestic violence

EU Talks #MoldovanYouthForEurope: The Future Starts with Us

Moldovan company PDG Fruct may have begun as a modest family fruit-growing business, but it has grown into a firm operating to international standards and exporting to EU countries. Born from a heartfelt ambition to build a local fruit production company from the ground up, it now has its sights set on expansion, innovation and long-term sustainability. PDG Fruct is among more than 440 businesses to have received support from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU). It has benefited from a joint programme that helps small firms match their ambitions with modern technology, enabling them to boost growth, efficiency and their competitiveness both domestically and abroad. Bearing fruit Zinaida Plămădeală, PDG Fruct’s administrator and export manager, still remembers the emotions of seeing the company’s produce on the shelves of local retailers for the first time. It was a moment of true validation and a source of lasting motivation. “We were full of emotion, enthusiasm and hope, even though our harvest was modest,” she recalls. The company started with strawberries and apples before eventually expanding into plums. Today, these fruits are grown near Moldova’s capital, in the villages of Păulești and Pitușca. “For me, the most rewarding thing is to see our fruits delivered fresh and being appreciated on external markets, to feel that we are offering value to consumers and pride to our team,” says Zinaida. Work at the company never stops: the land dictates the rhythm. Early summer brings strawberries and apples, followed by plums that last into late autumn. Then comes processing, marketing, distribution and exports, with the company now supplying several EU countries. Behind this success is a team of 30 dedicated young professionals, most of them locals. Sowing the seeds Ambition and determination alone are not enough to succeed in PDG Fruct’s field: modern agriculture also requires modern production methods. That is why the company turned to the EU4Business-EBRD Credit Line, a joint initiative of the EBRD and the EU that helps companies invest in higher standards and more efficient processes, helping to drive growth and long-term success. The programme provides EBRD loans through commercial banks, complemented by EU grants and technical assistance. “We invested in automated sorting and packaging equipment not only for productivity, but also for sustainability, to reduce losses, guarantee quality, increase efficiency and to become a regional hub for other producers,” explains Zinaida. The results speak for themselves: productivity has doubled. The company can now sort and pack about 36 tonnes of plums in just eight hours. Being able to offer consistent product quality has also opened doors to demanding international markets. Looking ahead, PDG Fruct plans to expand its plum orchards, build a new storage and packaging hall and fully digitalise its operations. “We believe in smart agriculture: connected to EU markets, based on sustainability and innovation,” Zinaida says. “Our ambition is to contribute to Moldova’s agriculture, increase exports, adopt modern technologies and strengthen our position among the top producers of plums and other fruits.” Beneath these goals, it is PDG Fruct’s deep personal commitment that fuels its continuous growth – its desire to blend Moldova’s rich agricultural traditions with modern technologies to produce products that people everywhere can enjoy. As Zinaida puts it: “I still love ripe plums straight from the orchard the most.”

EBRD and EU support Moldovan fruit grower

Law enforcement professionals in the Republic of Moldova participated last week in hands-on training to strengthen their ability to investigate crimes involving digital currencies, including tracing illicit transactions and identifying blockchain-based assets.

Moldovan law enforcement professionals gain new skills to fight cryptocurrency crime

EU PROJECTS & BENEFICIARIES

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The EU has over 45 ongoing projects in the the Republic of Moldova, working both at national level (bilateral projects) and across several countries (regional projects).

These projects are implemented by a wide range of partners, including civil society, international organisations and financial institutions, private companies, local authorities, and other development partners.

Reform Support Teams: Supporting Implementation of Priority Reforms in Critical Sectors and Accelerating Progress towards EU Market Integration

EU Support to Inclusive Labour Markets in the Republic of Moldova

EU4Gender Equality: Together against gender stereotypes and gender-based violence – Phase II

EU4Gender Equality Reform Helpdesk (Phase II)

OPPORTUNITIES

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Are you a CSO, media outlet, or content creator in Moldova? Your story matters. We’re looking for you. GLOBSEC is managing a new grant call to support independent voices in Moldova -with priority for outlets serving vulnerable regions, particularly Gagauzia.

Open Call: Financial Support for Independent Media Outlets in Vulnerable Regions of Moldova

The Institute for European Policies and Reforms (IPRE) launches a call for expression of interest for the selection of four experts to support capacity building, toolkit development, and mentorship for Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in the field of home affairs reform and EU accession (Chapter 24), within the project “Strengthening civil society organizations in the Republic of Moldova to advance home affairs reforms and EU integration through engagement with the Ministry of Internal Affairs”, funded by the European Commission and IOM Moldova.

Call for the selection of experts for mentorship for CSOs in the Field of Home Affairs Reform

College of Europe announces master’s scholarships for young people from Moldova

The KAS Sur-Place Scholarship Programme offers young people the opportunity to benefit from financial support, mentorship, and a tailored educational programme that enables them to focus on their studies while also developing personally and professionally.

Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung announces scholarship call for students from Moldova

CONTACT US

DELEGATION OF THE EUROPEAN UNION TO MOLDOVA

Postal address:

Strada Mitropolit Petru Movila 10, MD-2004 Chisinau

Phone number:

Tel: (+373 22) 505210

Fax: (+373 22) 272622

Email:

Delegation-Moldova@eeas.europa.eu

EU-FUNDED PROJECT “STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION AND SUPPORT TO MASS-MEDIA IN THE REPUBLIC OF MOLDOVA”

Postal address:

Strada Alexei Şciusev 97, MD-2012 Chisinau

Email:

europecafe@eu4moldova.eu