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The Team Europe initiative ‘Sustainable Food Systems’, which aims to increase the resilience of the agri-food sector in the Republic of Moldova, will help farmers better cope with external shocks and climate-related challenges

New €8.5 million Team Europe initiative to drive sustainable agriculture in Moldova

On the first day of the new school year, September 1st, around 60 young people took part in an EU Talks #YouthForEurope session with Glenn Micallef, European Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Culture and Sport.

EU Commissioner Glenn Micallef in Dialogue with Young People at EU Talks #YouthForEurope

The Internal Protection and Anti-Corruption Service (IPAS) of the Ministry of Internal Affairs has received two state-of-the-art drones worth over 430,000 MDL. These devices will strengthen IPAS’s operational activities and special missions aimed at enhancing internal security and institutional integrity.

European Union and SFPL in Moldova equip IPAS with modern drones for special missions

Более 120 молодых участников двух текущих стажерских программ, поддерживаемых Европейским Союзом и Правительством Республики Молдова, приняли участие в заключительной учебной сессии из летней серии, посвященной области правосудия и налоговой реформы в соответствии со стандартами ЕС.

Final Training Session Strengthens Interns’ Knowledge of Justice Field and Tax Reform

The Steering Committee of the EU-funded project “Moldova is Europe – Support for EU Integration” convened on 20 August at the Government House, to review progress achieved to date and to define the next steps in advancing Moldova’s European integration process.

Project Steering Committee reviews progress of “Moldova is Europe – Support for EU Integration”

“My result – the result of Moldova” – a national campaign about people who value the Republic of Moldova in 34 years of independence

The bread of our kindness: A Tiraspol bakery with open doors for everyone

3 Moldovan municipalities to receive EU funding for resilience and local economic growth

The Institute for European Policies and Reforms (IPRE) and the European Union Information Centre "Europe Café" are launching the national information campaign "Moldova Is Mine" – a civic initiative aimed at promoting a public-interest message that strengthens the sense of unity among citizens, belonging to the Republic of Moldova, and support for its European path.

Moldova Is Mine – a Campaign of Unity and National Belonging on the European Path of the Republic of Moldova

Iurie Flerciuc, a poultry farmer from the left bank of the Nistru River, had a dream: to double the number of chickens he raised. To make it happen, he needed additional financial resources, which were not available at the time.

An Entrepreneur from the Left Bank of the Nistru River Modernizes His Chicken Farm with the EU support

Father’s Day will be celebrated annually in the Republic of Moldova on the last Sunday of June. Established at the initiative of the Women MPs Platform in Parliament, this celebration highlights the importance of fathers’ involvement in raising and caring for children, and promotes equal roles between women and men, mothers and fathers, both in the family and in society.

National Fathers’ Day: Equal Rights and Choices in Moldova

Today, the Council adopted a decision to integrate Moldova into the so-called ‘Roam like at home area’ as from 1 January 2026. A similar decision for Ukraine was adopted on 14 July.

EU mobile roaming benefits extended to Moldova and Ukraine as of 2026

The EU and Moldova have reached an agreement to review and update the trade terms of the EU-Moldova Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area (DCFTA).

EU and Moldova reach agreement on a modernised trade relationship

Nestled in a quiet, tree-lined corner of North Chișinău, Spitalul Clinic Municipal Sfânta Treime serves not only as a centre for healing, but also as a model of forward-thinking care.

Redefining healthcare in Chișinău with the EU support

The EU just approved one of its strongest sanctions packages against Russia to date. Each sanction weakens Russia's ability to wage war. The message is clear: Europe will not back down in its support for Ukraine. The EU will keep raising the pressure until Russia ends its war".

EU adopts 18th package of economic and individual measures

EU4Youth is a major regional initiative of the European Union that consists of various projects, one of which is the EU4Youth Alumni Network project.

Young people in Moldova are building their future with EU4Youth

The European Commission welcomes the deepening of the digital cooperation between Moldova and the EU. This includes steps to enhance cybersecurity, tackle misinformation, and include Moldova in the EU roaming area.

EU and Moldova enhance digital cooperation for better resilience in strategic areas

Moldova receives over €244 million in EIB Global financing for energy and hospital upgrades

Ten civil society organizations have received financial support from EU

Global Campus of Human Rights (GC)

Juris Lab for Research and Education on Human Rights opened with EU support

“GUGA GAGA”: The story of toys made with care for future generations

We need a stronger democracy, and for that, we need a strong civil society and genuine citizen participation in public decision-making.

Conclusions of the Civic Engagement Conference: Better public participation policies

Cantemir and Ceadir-Lunga Receive Grants for Local Climate Resilience

A new national contest aims to bring together two different generations — children and their grandparents — to explore European values through play and creativity.

EU&Bunicii mei: A Contest About Europe and European Values

Alinierea dezvoltării economice a Republicii Moldova cu principiile-cheie ale durabilității și tranziția de la o economie liniară la una circulară — acestea au fost principalele subiecte abordate în cadrul conferinței naționale „Tranziția verde a Republicii Moldova: Un motor al integrării europene și al creșterii durabile”.

European Union and UNDP support Moldova’s transition to a green and circular economy

Moldova–EU Summit 2025. One path, one future

Fodder crop seeds produced in the Republic of Moldova can now be exported to EU countries.

Moldova Granted the Right to Export Fodder Crop Seeds to the EU

The second edition of the European Cross-Regional Spring School on Climate Justice and Human Rights was successfully held in Orhei from May 5 to 11, reinforcing Moldova’s growing role in the regional discourse on the promotion and protection of environmental rights and sustainable development.

The European Cross-Regional Spring School on Climate Justice & Human Rights was held in Orhei

The musical notes and charm of childhood stories transformed Tighina Fortress (Bender) into a scene straight out of a Disney film for one day.

The “Disney & Oscar Music” concert transforms Tighina Fortress into a musical fairy tale

Students at the Grigore Grigoriu Theoretical High School in Cîrnățeni, Căușeni district, enjoyed a special event. For the first time in 35 years, the last bell rang in a renovated and modernised courtyard, supported by the European Union Confidence Building Measures programme, implemented by UNDP.

The courtyard of the high school in Cîrnățeni has been modernised with the EU and UNDP support

As part of the Twinning Project “Strengthening the Capacities of the Moldovan Parliament and its Role in the EU Accession Process,” the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova hosted two roundtable discussions, bringing together Members of Parliament from Moldova and EU Member States, students, and youth representatives.

Parliament of Moldova Convenes Two High-Level Roundtables on EU Accession and Youth Engagement

Today, the European Union is presenting a new strategy for a stable and secure Black Sea region. This Strategy aims to boost connections and growth by linking Europe with the South Caucasus, Central Asia, and beyond.

New EU strategy for secure, prosperous and resilient Black Sea region

Young leaders from Gagauzia, Taraclia, and Basarabeasca districts took part in the final event of the "ICPMN Leadership Academy" project, implemented by the Center for Civic Initiatives for National Minorities (ICPMN), with the support of the “EU4Youth: Youth Engagement and Empowerment” project, funded by the European Union and the Government of Germany through GIZ Moldova.

The Closing Event of the “Leadership Academy” Project Took Place at Europe Café

As part of the ongoing European Union Twinning Programme titled “Strengthening the capacities of the Moldovan Parliament and its role in the EU Accession Process,” a high-level workshop was held today in Europe Hall of the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova, focusing on improving parliamentary rules and procedures in line with European best practices.

Parliament of Moldova Hosts EU Twinning Workshop to Strengthen Legislative Procedures in the Context of EU Accession

A third edition of the anti-discrimination campaign launched by the Council of Europe in partnership with the Central Electoral Commission of the Republic of Moldova and UN Women, supported by the European Union, gathered over 60 participants representing national and local authorities, political parties, media, as well as civil society.

Combating hate speech and sexism ahead of parliamentary election

The Palace of Culture "Nicolae Botgros" in Cahul became a vibrant hub of celebration as hundreds of children, parents, and grandparents gathered for the Family Festival—an event marking both International Family Day and Europe Day.

Cahul celebrated Families, Community spirit, and Europe

Almost 100 students from the Free International University of Moldova (ULIM) gathered today for a new presentation session dedicated to the launch of the fourth edition of the joint EU–Government Internship Programme.

Awareness campaign on internship opportunities for youth continues at ULIM

The awareness campaign on internship opportunities for youth continued today in Chișinău, bringing together over 200 students at the Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova (ASEM).

Over 200 ASEM students learned more about internship opportunities in state institutions

Maxim Alexei, a young entrepreneur from Molovata Noua, a village in the Dubasari District of Moldova, has successfully transformed his childhood passion into a lucrative business. The passion – for making wooden toys – was inherited from his grandfather and father, and led him to open a modern workshop where he now produces the toys.

EU4Business initiative supports growth and extension of Moldovan businesses

The awareness raising campaign on internship opportunities for young people reaches the North of the country

Moldova, EU and the Council of Europe Development Bank Advance Healthcare

The NGO Prietena Mea has successfully completed the second edition of the project Learning the Language of Acceptance, which took place from October 2024 to May 2025 in 15 schools from the model institutions network.

The European Union Supports the Inclusion of Students with Special Educational Needs

In April 2025, the team from the Media Centre for Youth launched the MIL Comics Roadshow — a media literacy campaign that will reach 16 communities across Moldova, from north to south. Its goal is to help young people better understand the challenges of the online environment, including information sources, online safety, the influence of bloggers, and civic activism.

The European Union supports digital literacy for youth through comics

Cele mai îndrăznețe idei, cele mai sclipitoare minți și cele mai ambițioase viziuni s-au întâlnit la Moldova Startup Summit 2025. Din zeci de echipe înscrise în Competiția Națională de Pitching – Startup World Cup Moldova, doar 10 au ajuns în marea finală.

The first Moldovan nominated for “Forbes Under 30” in the HealthTech category is the winner of Startup World Cup Moldova 2025

EUROPE DAY 2025: ‘PEACE, PROSPERITY, DIGNITY – EUROPE IS YOU!’

Over 230,000 families in Moldova will receive financial support from the EU and the government

28.5 Million Lei for 89 Businesses in the Republic of Moldova

The EU and the International Labour Organization support the development of the Ministry of Labor employees

The fourth edition of the joint Internship Programme of the European Union and the Government of the Republic of Moldova – a unique opportunity for young people to get first-hand experience in the country’s state institutions under the mentorship of EU High Level Advisers – was officially launched today in the State University of Moldova.

Paid internships in state institutions, funded by the European Union

In recent years, the startup ecosystem in Moldova has experienced a remarkable evolution, stimulating innovation and having a significant impact on the national economy. With the rise of the country in the global ranking of startup ecosystems, Startup Moldova Summit has become a strategic event for networking, investing and exchanging experience and expertise with the main actors of the startup ecosystem. For example, 2024 marked an impressive performance for Moldovan startups, which attracted record funding of €7.3 million - double the previous year.

Startup Moldova Summit 2025 will bring together investors, development partners and businesspeople

Ion and Ignat were childhood classmates, but their paths in life have taken them in different directions. Their views on the future of Moldova may vary, but one thing still unites them—their shared passion for chess. This is the plot of ‘Checkmate, with Ion and Ignat’, a new animated series launched by Jurnal TV Moldova in collaboration with EU NEIGHBOURS East and renowned Moldovan artist Mitoș Micleușanu.

‘Checkmate, with Ion and Ignat’ – EU-funded animated series premieres on Moldovan TV

As the main European Union Information Centre in Chișinău, we’re always happy to welcome visitors and share insights about EU-funded programmes and projects in Moldova, the work of our centre, and the importance of the national network of Euro Clubs and EU Information Centres.

High school students from Cahul visit Europe Café

EU Caravan in Moldova – “Show Nebun” (The Mad Show): Humor, information and European spirit at the heart of regions

On 16 April, Chisinau becomes the regional hub of innovation and investment with Startup Moldova Summit 2025, one of the most important events in the region dedicated to business development.

European Union supports Moldova Startup Summit 2025!

Ten territorial and volunteer fire stations across the Republic of Moldova will be renovated thanks to financial support from the European Union, as part of the ”EU4Moldova Resilience – Secure State, Resilient Communities” project.

Ten Fire Stations in Moldova to Be Renovated with the European Union support

A three-day training workshop on public health epidemic intelligence and rapid risk assessment (EI/RRA), organised by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) under the EU Initiative on Health Security, concluded today in Chișinău, Moldova.

Regional workshop builds capacity for epidemic intelligence and public health risk assessment

The Edinet Water Treatment Plant (WTP) is a 5,85 million EUR flagship investment under the EU4Moldova: Local Communities programme. The construction of the Edinet Water Treatment Plant will ensure safe drinking water for approximately 25,800 residents of Edinet Municipality and Cupcini Town.

Edinet Water Treatment Plant construction has started and will serve approximately 25,800 residents

In celebration of International Roma Day, over a hundred Roma women from across Moldova and Ukraine, as well as their supporters united in a powerful public demonstration of solidarity within the fifth annual Roma Women March, organized by Roma Women Platform “ROMNI” in close collaboration with UN Women Moldova, with the financial support of the European Union, under the EVOLVE4GE project and Sweden.

The EU Delegation and UN Women Moldova supported Roma Women March to champion rights, equality and inclusion

Un proiect ambițios cu o durată de trei ani, intitulat „Moldova este Europa – Sprijin pentru integrarea în UE”, a fost lansat oficial astăzi, având ca scop accelerarea parcursului țării spre marea familie europeană. Proiectul face parte din asistența oferită de Uniunea Europeană țărilor care aspiră să adere la Uniune și urmărește consolidarea cadrului economic, politic și social al națiunilor candidate, facilitând astfel drumul acestora spre o aderare deplină la UE.

A prosperous Moldova in the EU family – aim of a new EU-funded project

Enhancing public investment planning: Insights from peer countries

More than 80 women from various regions of the Republic of Moldova took part in a hands-on seminar on April 2 titled “Funding Sources for Women-Led Businesses,” organized within the SheLeads program.

Over 80 Women Entrepreneurs Learned About Funding Opportunities for Women-Led Businesses

Ecotourism in the Lower Dniester National Park (Photo)

More efficient water supply and sanitation services in Ungheni, with the EU support

The biomass energy sector can be further developed through fiscal incentives and legislative interventions, recommends a policy paper developed with the support of UNDP Moldova under the EU-funded project "Addressing the impacts of the energy crisis in the Republic of Moldova".

The Republic of Moldova has enough biomass of different types to ensure full substitution of other fuels

The second EU-Moldova Transport Dialogue took place today in Chisinau. Co-chaired by Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Regional Development Vladimir Bolea and the European Commission’s Director-General for Mobility and Transport, Magda Kopczyńska, the dialogue focused on further enhancing cooperation across all transport modes and discussing future initiatives in the transport sector.

EU and Moldova strengthen cooperation at second EU-Moldova Transport Dialogue

More than 100 young people from the Republic of Moldova participated in the second edition of Model European Union Moldova (MEU), an interactive simulation of the EU’s decision-making process.

Over 100 Young People Took Part in the Second Edition of Model European Union Moldova

Moldovan Public Authorities trained in State Aid

The European Union (EU) continues to support independent media in the Republic of Moldova by equipping journalists with the necessary tools to access funding and sustain their work

Moldovan journalists straighten grant writing skills with the European Union support

The electricity compensation program, funded by the European Union and implemented by the Government of the Republic of Moldova, aims to support entrepreneurs affected by rising electricity costs.

EU Provides Electricity Compensation for Businesses

Over 80 young people from eight regions across Moldova gathered in Chișinău on 21-22 March for the launch of EU Accelerator 2.0: Empowering Moldova’s Youth for European Integration.

Launch of EU Accelerator 2.0: Empowering Young People on Moldova’s Path to European Integration

Prima conferința științifică internațională „Protecția consumatorilor: abordări integrate în sistemul juridic” s-a desfășurat pe 13 și 14 martie 2025, fiind organizată cu sprijinul financiar al Uniunii Europene și al Fundației Soros Moldova în contextul Zilei Mondiale a Protecției Consumatorilor marcată anual pe 15 martie.

Consumer protection at the forefront: Key insights from the international conference

The EU Ambassador and team from the EU Delegation visited the Transnistrian region, engaging with communities, schools, and enterprises, reaffirming the European Union’s strong commitment to dialogue, stability, and peace.

The EU Delegation had an official visit to the Transnistrian region

Autoritățile Republicii Moldova au distrus 2 177 de arme de calibru mic și armament ușor, ca parte a eforturilor continue de consolidare a siguranței și securității publice.

Moldovan authorities destroyed 2,177 pieces of small arms and light weapons, with the support of the EU and UNDP

Cîrnățeni high school yard to be modernized with the support of the EU Confidence Building Measures Programme, implemented by UNDP

The Council today gave its final green light to setting up the Reform and Growth Facility for the Republic of Moldova, a new instrument to support EU-related reforms and economic growth in the country.

Council gives final green light to support reforms and economic growth with €1.9 billion

Another 13 families from the districts of Briceni and Sîngerei will benefit from financial support for the energy renovation of their homes through the financing programs of the Residential Energy Efficiency Fund (REEF). For this purpose, the National Center for Sustainable Energy (CNED) signed today the financing contracts with the beneficiaries.

13 families from Briceni and Sîngerei will benefit from support for energy renovation of their homes through the REEF Programme

Over $11 million has been invested in modernizing farms and improving animal welfare to boost the development of Moldova’s livestock sector. This initiative is supported by a project of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and funded by the European Union (EU).

$11 Million Invested in Moldova’s Livestock Sector

Representatives from key development organizations, including the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry (MAIA), the Austrian Agricultural Cluster, the Austrian Development Agency, the World Bank, and the EU Delegation in Chisinau recently gathered at Brătușeni College of Veterinary Medicine and Agrarian Economics to discuss strategies for enhancing Moldova's livestock sector. The focus was on addressing the skills development needs, technical education, and lifelong learning in the field.

Development partners unite to strengthen veterinary education and livestock sector in Moldova

Support for local entrepreneurship: 26.3 million lei in grants for 75 companies in the Republic of Moldova

Employees from the relevant subdivisions benefited from a training on REACH and CLP

Combating illegal financing and destabilization attempts in the electoral context: EU Security Hub Meeting in Chisinau

Today, Moldova and North Macedonia advanced on their European integration path by joining the geographical scope of the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) following the positive decision by the European Payments Council (EPC). This is a practical example of the impact of the Growth Plan for Moldova and the Growth Plan for the Western Balkans, two EU initiative to accelerate the socio-economic integration of Moldova and the Western Balkans into the EU, including through progressive access to certain areas of the EU single market based on alignment with the EU acquis Communautaire. As a result of the European Payments Council decision, the payment service providers of the two countries will have the possibility to adhere to the various SEPA schemes which are managed by the EPC. This step paves the way for Moldova and North Macedonia to facilitate financial transfers in euro and reduce the cost and processing time of these transactions between their citizens, businesses and other SEPA members. It is therefore contributing to a sustained economic growth. The European Commission will continue to support the preparation of Moldova’s and North Macedonia’s service providers and the countries’ further alignment with the EU acquis in the area of financial services. Background The European Payments Council (EPC) is an independent, international not-for-profit association formed of 83 members who are payment service providers (PSPs) or associations of PSPs. The EPC was created in 2002 by the European banking industry to develop European instruments for electronic euro payments. Today, close to 4,000 banks and other payment service providers participate in SEPA schemes. In close dialogue with the stakeholder community, the EPC has developed, among other things, “schemes”, such as the SEPA Credit Transfer, the SEPA Instant Credit Transfer and the SEPA Direct Debit scheme. These schemes, which facilitated over 50 billion transactions in 36 countries last year, are regularly updated and enhanced by the EPC to help realise easy cross-border euro payments. More Information: Fact sheet on the Growth Plan for Moldova Factsheet on the Growth Plan for the Western Balkans

European Commission welcomes inclusion of Moldova and North Macedonia in the Single Euro Payments Area

The National Energy and Climate Plan, approved by the Government

“ProElect - Promote accountability in Electoral processes in EaP through increased participation and capacity of civic actors” is a regional project run by the Transatlantic Foundation in partnership with ERIM and funded by the European Union.

Grants for countering disinformation and hate speech during electoral processes in the Republic of Moldova

At the initiative of the General Police Inspectorate, a project dedicated to organizing training sessions on using specialized software for investigating complex cases of transnational organized crime, human trafficking, and economic crimes continues.

Investigative officers from Moldova participated in a data analysis training course supported by the European Commission

„I am very pleased to be here in Chișinău today, on this very symbolic day. Three years ago, you, Madam President, signed Moldova’s formal application to join the European Union. Since then, Moldova has undergone a transformative journey, moving steadily closer to the European Union. I am impressed by how much your country has achieved in these three challenging years. I pay tribute to all of those who have been working hard to make that path a success - local and national authorities, economic actors, civil society, young generations.

Remarks by the President of the European Council António Costa during his visit in Chișinău

Today, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the opening of the photography exhibition "Phenomenon of Strength", an event organized by the Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of Moldova, in collaboration with the National Museum of History of Moldova and the National Congress of Ukrainians in Moldova.

The “Phenomenon of Strength” Exhibition – A Tribute to Ukrainians and Prisoners Who Endured the War Initiated by Russia

At the initiative of the General Police Inspectorate, a project dedicated to organizing training sessions on using specialized software for investigating complex cases of transnational organized crime, human trafficking, and economic crimes continues.

Investigative officers from Moldova participated in a data analysis training course supported by the European Commission

EU-funded Twinning Project “Strengthening the Capacity of the Moldovan Parliament and Its Role in the EU Accession Process” Launched

Cahul Municipality will have a modern agri-food market, a catalyst for investment and local economic development. Construction work for the regional agri-food market is in full swing.

EU Invests in the Construction of an Agri-Food Market in Cahul

EBA Business Outlook is an annual event. Its main purpose is to inform the business community and society at large about the progress in the process of the Republic of Moldova's accession to the European Union, macroeconomic and financial perspectives, energy security, and to highlight economic and business development trends in the region and in the Republic of Moldova.

Moldova’s European Economic Path, Discussed at EBA Business Outlook

CSO Compass: Civil society mapping, study and civil society development plan launched with EU support

EU supports cooperation of specialists from both banks of the Nistru River

Support for Local Entrepreneurship: 43 million lei in grants for 61 companies in the Republic of Moldova

Cahul becomes safer for citizens thanks to an intelligent video monitoring system

A business development centre was inaugurated in Crihana Veche with the support of the EU and UNDP Moldova

European partners support Moldova’s families in energy efficiency efforts

Energy efficiency for rural Moldova: first houseowners sign contracts for home upgrades

Strengthening workplace safety and health in Moldova through innovative labour inspector training programme

A training of trainers promotes climate justice education at the Moldova State University