A new call for proposals has been launched in Moldova as part of a grant program aimed at promoting exports and expanding the presence of local companies in foreign markets. Industry associations proposing joint international promotion projects—including trade shows, business missions, and marketing initiatives—will be eligible for support.
Moldova's authorities moved on several fronts, from energy financing and power-grid projects to business regulation, privatisation and financial-sector rules. At the same time, new trade data, a proposed medicine-pricing reform and measures following recent cyber incidents point to a busy policy agenda with implications for companies and consumers alike.
Moldova is preparing changes designed to make it easier for local service providers to enter the European Union market and to reduce administrative barriers for businesses. This involves harmonizing legislation with European regulations in several market-sensitive areas, which could significantly change the operating conditions for companies and open up new opportunities for exporting services.
The Moldovan Investment Agency has extended the application period for a program designed to help local companies enter international online markets and boost exports through digital channels. The initiative is designed for businesses with products ready for sale and provides training, mentoring, and practical support for some participants.
Exports of services rose by nearly 23% in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period last year—reaching $1.73 billion—and are becoming one of the main drivers of Moldova's foreign trade growth, - Veaceslav Ionita
The Economic Council under the Prime Minister of Moldova plans to establish a new working group, which is intended to serve as a permanent forum for dialogue between the business community and government authorities on tourism issues. The initiative aims to accelerate the resolution of long-standing problems in the industry—which affect several areas at once—and to strengthen the industry's role in the country's economy.
In recent years, the export of medical services has accelerated significantly in Moldova, and the topic of its further growth became one of the key issues at a specialized forum held as part of Moldova Business Week 2026. Participants discussed how investments in infrastructure, technology, and service quality can simultaneously support the modernization of the healthcare system and enhance its economic impact.
As part of Moldova Business Week, a forum dedicated to investment and export potential in the healthcare sector will be held in Moldova. Participants from government agencies, the medical and pharmaceutical sectors, as well as investors and international experts, will discuss the industry's prospects, including the development of clinics, drug manufacturing, and new financing avenues.
As part of Moldova Business Week 2026, Chisinau will host "Creative Industries Days," where participants will discuss the sector's export potential, attracting investment, and Moldovan companies' entry into foreign markets. The program includes a conference, meetings with international delegates, pitch sessions, and networking events, all designed to demonstrate how creative businesses can turn ideas into international projects.
In 2025, Moldova's exports of services approached the levels of goods exports, and in certain segments, they already account for a significant portion of foreign revenue. Against this backdrop, the authorities are preparing a separate set of measures focused on export potential, tourism, and new forms of support for companies, and will also name the country's top exporters for the first time.
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