Moldova hopes to receive a new tranche from the EU in the foreseeable future under the Growth Plan, with a total financing volume of €1.9 billion - Alexandru Munteanu
The Moldovan Prime Minister made this statement while answering journalists' questions in Brussels. He stated that the allocation of the new tranche and its size will depend, among other things, on Moldova's success in advancing reforms and harmonizing national legislation with European standards. Alexandru Munteanu stated that Moldova is counting on this tranche and hopes it will be substantial, comparable to the previous tranche of €270 million, which our country received in July 2025. The Prime Minister of Moldova conveyed the expectation that, in the foreseeable future, the country will obtain a new EU tranche under the Growth Plan for Moldova, with a total allocation of €1.9 billion. It is worth noting that in March 2025, the European Union adopted the €1.9 billion EU Growth Plan for Moldova—the largest EU financial assistance package since Moldova's independence. It supports the reforms necessary for Moldova's accession to the EU and has the potential to double the Moldovan economy in the next decade, transforming the lives of Moldovan citizens. Under the €1.9 billion Growth Plan, Moldova is expected to receive €1.5 billion in concessional loans and €400 million in grants from the EU's Reform and Growth Fund. The loans are to be disbursed in semi-annual tranches over 2025–2027, depending on the fulfillment of the commitments set out in the reform program. Up to 75% of the total loan amount will be provided as budget support, and at least 25% will be used to finance investment projects. The loan will be provided on preferential terms with a repayment term of up to 40 years and a grace period of 10 years. The interest rate for each tranche will depend on the European Commission's borrowing costs on the international financial market. Moldova currently receives loans from the European Union at rates ranging from 0.125% to 3.375% per annum. The overall objective of the €1.5 billion loan agreement with the EU is to support the country's reform program aimed at developing business and stimulating industry, modernizing transport and digital infrastructure, modernizing education infrastructure, healthcare and social services, as well as energy security and efficiency, strengthening the capacity of public authorities and the rule of law. This includes supporting the implementation of Moldova's Reform Program, which contributes to: strengthening the rule of law and good governance; transition to a green and digital economy; strengthening economic and social resilience; and accelerating Moldova's rapprochement with the European Union.// 18.11.2025 — InfoMarket.
