Germany will provide Moldova with 10 million euros to support the advancement of various systemic reforms and expertise.
This was stated by President of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier during a joint press conference with Moldovan President Maia Sandu. According to him, Germany supports the reforms initiated in Moldova, the success of which is important not only for our country, but for Germany and the entire EU, and in this regard, to begin with, Germany provides our country with a small aid package of 10 million euros. “We know that when it comes to developing reforms in the public sector, expertise is needed. It is also important to ensure energy security, safety of the health care system, cooperation at the regional level. This is not the limit of our willingness to help, but we are certainly ready, depending on your requirements, to support the political leadership of Moldova in creating an independent judicial system, ”the President of Germany said. Frank-Walter Steinmeier said that the most daring reforms in the region have been initiated in Moldova, for which Germany is a partner and a kind of advocate, and Germany is convinced that the successful experience of democratic and socio-economic transformations in Moldova can be extended to other countries. The President of the Federal Republic of Germany said that political reforms, the fight against corruption and good governance are the main pillars for a society striving for development and a dignified life for its citizens, as well as for a gradual rapprochement with the EU. Frank-Walter Steinmeier noted that all social and political changes must be supported by a strong economy, creation of new jobs, deepening ties and increasing investments, and Germany is ready to support Moldova in this and give an additional impetus to the development of trade, economic and investment cooperation. The President of Germany said that during the visit he was accompanied by representatives of German business and they would discuss expanding cooperation with Moldovan partners during an economic conference. He recalled that Germany invests a lot in Moldova. Some German investors have already created 9,000 new jobs in our country, but it is necessary to further encourage the development of cooperation and attract new German investors. The President of the Federal Republic of Germany expressed his conviction in the continuation of successful cooperation in various fields, in the creation of infrastructure at the local level, in the implementation of urgent investment projects for waste management, the development of water supply, etc. “Germany is ready to strengthen economic cooperation with Moldova. more details will be discussed in November at the government level," he said. "The road to success is not easy, but you have public support and strong support from Germany," said Frank-Walter Steinmeier.// 29.09.2021 — InfoMarket
