Maib becomes the general partner of the National Theatre “Mihai Eminescu” to promote national performing arts
Maib, the largest bank in Moldova, announces a groundbreaking strategic partnership with the National Theatre “Mihai Eminescu” (TNME) in Chișinău. The bank strengthens its commitment to promoting culture and supporting artistic initiatives in the Republic of Moldova. Through this collaboration, maib becomes the general partner of one of the country's most iconic cultural institutions, further solidifying its position as a socially responsible entity in the field of arts and culture.
This partnership will support the theatre's activities, contributing to the development and diversification of cultural programs. The partnership was announced at a private event attended by maib customers, shareholders, partners, and employees. The program included an exhibition of stage costumes and a recital by the TNME Orchestra. It concluded with a performance of “Grădina de sticlă” directed by Petru Hadârcă, based on the novel by writer Tatiana Țîbuleac.
Sergiu Prodan, Minister of Culture:
“We appreciate maib’s initiative to support the performing arts and become the general partner of the National Theatre “Mihai Eminescu”. Culture is an essential bridge between generations, a social cohesion factor, and a national identity pillar. Partnerships between the private sector and cultural institutions like this contribute to developing a sustainable and accessible artistic environment for everyone. We welcome this commitment and encourage other companies to invest in culture, thus supporting artistic creation and the authentic values of the Republic of Moldova.”
Petru Hadârcă, General Director of the National Theatre “Mihai Eminescu”:
“The partnership with maib encourages and reassures us to continue our theatre and artistic creation work. Together, we will be better at what we each do best: TNME will inspire imagination, develop freedom of thinkingand emotional intelligence, stimulate empathy and social involvement, and nourish hope for good and beauty. Maib will provide opportunities for smart financial resource management, inspire the development of prosperous business initiatives, stimulate ideas that generate economic welfare, and support projects that bring spiritual well-being. Well-being – the state of mind and the people’s welfare - is the point of connection and impact of this partnership, which aligns with the objectives set by the National Development Strategy “European Moldova 2030”. Thus, the cultural projects initiated by the National Theatre “Mihai Eminescu” now have an added chance and a safer, better development platform for the benefit of the people, together with maib!
I thank the maib Management Board and the Board of Directors for granting us the honor of this partnership and their financial support for the cultural projects we are developing.”
Giorgi Shagidze, maib CEO:
"I am very honoured to announce this partnership with the National Theater “Mihai Eminescu”, a cornerstone institution in the country. We hope that this partnership will help the Theater to continue contributing and enriching the cultural environment in Moldova.
Culture is an essential component of the country's identity, and through this partnership, maib reaffirms its commitment to supporting initiatives that promote and protect Moldova's cultural heritage. I would like to thank the National Theater “Mihai Eminescu” team for their incredible work and performance, and the Ministry of Culture for the energy with which they make things happen."
It is also worth mentioning that recently, maib announced other significant corporate social responsibility partnerships, becoming the main partner of the Moldovan Football Federation, the largest national running event – Chisinau Marathon by maib | Mastercard, and a partner of the National Teams Training Sports Center, among others.
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About maib
Maib is the largest bank in the Republic of Moldova and the country’s banking sector leader. Maib team comprises over 2,4000 employees, representing just over a quarter of Moldova’s banking sector employees. Through its corporate social responsibility policy, the bank is actively involved in projects that support the economic and social development of the country, including promoting cultural heritage.
About The National Theatre “Mihai Eminescu”
The National Theatre “Mihai Eminescu” is one of the most important cultural institutions in the Republic of Moldova. It presents renowned theatre plays and collaborates with national and international directors and artists to offer high-quality performances to the public. TNME is also the host of the Reunion of Romanian National Theatres, the largest European performing arts festival.
