"Moldova is moving forward with concrete steps toward a modern and competitive economy," - Anca Dragu
The Governor of the National Bank of Moldova made this statement while participating in the Central and Eastern Europe Forum in Vienna, the most important event dedicated to the region's financial markets, organized under the auspices of the Financial Times. According to the NBM, Anca Dragu spoke at a panel discussion on central banks, along with governors and deputy governors of banks from Central and Eastern European countries. The discussions covered topics important to the regional economy: inflation and interest rate dynamics, central bank independence, financial inclusion, innovation in the financial and banking sector, and digital transformation, as well as other topics related to economic growth, financial stability, and European integration. The Governor of the National Bank of Moldova presented the main directions for the modernization and reform of the national financial system, emphasizing the institution's active role in managing inflationary pressures and maintaining macroeconomic stability in recent years. She noted that the effective measures taken by the National Bank, combined with the consistent economic policy of the Moldovan authorities, have yielded tangible results. Anca Dragu emphasized that the dynamics of the country's rating confirm the quality of decisions made and the growing trust of international partners. In 2025, Moldova received a new sovereign rating of BB-/B from S&P Global Ratings, placing Moldova ahead of many Western Balkan countries. According to her, the country's progress is also demonstrated by the development of its financial infrastructure: the national instant payment system MIA, launched in the spring of 2024 and used by over 840,000 users, is already a regional success story. "Membership in SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) directly connects us to the European financial space, bringing immediate benefits to the budgets of citizens and companies. All these achievements demonstrate that Moldova is moving forward with concrete steps towards a modern, secure, and competitive economy," Anca Dragu noted. She also emphasized the importance of strengthening the legislative and institutional framework to align Moldova with EU standards and international best practices in governance, supervision, and regulation. The forum, which took place in Vienna on January 13-14, annually brings together central bank governors, finance ministers, other government officials, representatives of international financial institutions, global investors, and private sector leaders. The event sets strategic directions for monetary policy, financing, investment, and regional stability, serving as an important platform for dialogue and coordination among the economies of Central and Eastern Europe. // 14.01.2026 – InfoMarket.
