Romania – the Republic of Moldova Economic Forum to be held in Chisinau on September 17, at which the Women's Entrepreneurship Index will be presented
The National Bank of Moldova (BNM) announced this, noting that the event is organized by the European Patronage of Business Women under the auspices of the BNM in strategic partnership with the Romanian Embassy in Moldova, with the support of the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Moldova and with the participation of the Association of Romanian Investors in Moldova. The aim of the event is to strengthen bilateral relations and develop the entrepreneurial environment in Moldova and Romania. The Forum will present the first edition of the Women's Entrepreneurship Index, a tool for analyzing and monitoring women's participation and influence in the business environment, designed to provide a clear picture of the opportunities, challenges, and prospects for the country's development through the support and promotion of women's leadership. The Index was first presented in Bucharest in May as a national barometer that collects and analyzes current data on the role and presence of women in the economy, their access to resources, financing, entrepreneurial education, and decision-making. Andrea Negru, President of the European Patronage of Business Women, said that the Romania-Republic of Moldova Economic Forum (F.E.R.M.) is more than just an event; it is a strategic bridge between business leaders, decision-makers, and civil society in the two countries. “By launching the Women's Entrepreneurship Index in Chisinau, we are demonstrating that models of best practice can become concrete tools for change and that women entrepreneurs play a crucial role in strengthening the economy and women's leadership in Moldova,” she said. In turn, Lorena Stoian, First Deputy Chair of the European Patronage of Business Women, emphasized that the development of a strong economic partnership between the Republic of Moldova and Romania is based on the active participation of women, whose contribution is fundamental. According to her, women play a crucial role in strengthening economic relations between the two countries. “The Women's Entrepreneurship Index is an important benchmark that reflects the real needs of women entrepreneurs and provides clear guidelines for effective public policy,” Lorena Stoian stressed. BNM Government Anca Dragu noted that women entrepreneurs bring not only competence and perseverance, but also a transformative vision of the economy and society, and that support for women's entrepreneurship is a powerful catalyst for economic growth and innovation. According to her, the launch of the Women's Entrepreneurship Index in Chisinau provides a valuable tool for better understanding the realities and needs of women in business, as well as for developing policies and initiatives that strengthen their role in Moldova's economy. The strategic nature of economic cooperation between the two countries was also highlighted by Romanian Ambassador to Moldova Cristian-Leon Turcanu, who noted that more than 1,700 companies with Romanian capital are present in Moldova, investing resources and trust in it, creating jobs and opportunities for sustainable economic growth. “This is the best proof that the Strategic Partnership between Moldova and Romania is one of the most important drivers of European development of Moldova's economy and society as a whole,” said the Romanian diplomat. According to the BNM, representatives of the business community, state institutions, international organizations, and civil society will participate in the Economic Forum on September 17 in Chisinau, which will lay the foundation for partnerships and joint projects that will stimulate economic development and regional integration. // 09.09.2025 – InfoMarket
