AIPA has completed its self-assessment for accreditation to manage EU funds
AIPA received recommendations from experts as part of its final self-assessment for accreditation to obtain the right to manage EU funding
EU integration
Moldova will continue to reform its payment services and foreign exchange operations in line with European standards
Moldova intends to accelerate the alignment of its regulations in the areas of payment services, foreign exchange transactions, and financial supervision with European standards as part of its EU accession negotiations. Authorities have already noted a number of changes that have been implemented, but key steps still lie ahead that could significantly impact the operations of banks, businesses, and the capital market.
Moldova asks the EU for additional assistance and access to joint gas purchases
Moldova is asking the EU for additional financial support to help vulnerable households this winter amid rising energy prices, and is also interested in accessing European joint gas procurement mechanisms, which could help secure more favorable gas prices—Ministry of Energy
In Moldova, the limit on foreign currency transactions without NBM authorization will be raised from 10,000 to 100,000 euros effective November 20, 2026
Moldova is preparing for a phased easing of foreign exchange regulations: starting in November, changes will take effect that will significantly expand the options available to citizens and companies when conducting transactions involving foreign currency, overseas accounts, and investments. However, some restrictions will remain in place, and the National Bank's oversight will be restructured to account for new risks and financial security requirements.
Moldova aims to conclude negotiations on EU accession by 2028
Moldova is accelerating the negotiation process with the European Union and hopes to conclude it within a short timeframe. In Luxembourg, the country opened a new phase of discussions on a number of issues related to the internal market and competitiveness; however, the most complex reforms and legislative changes still lie ahead.
Moldova has launched negotiations on two new clusters as part of its path toward the EU
Moldova has officially opened negotiations on two additional clusters: Cluster 2—"Internal Market"—and Cluster 3—"Competitiveness and Inclusive Growth"
Moldova and the EU will begin negotiations on new clusters on October 13 in Luxembourg
The 4th Moldova-EU Intergovernmental Conference will take place on October 13 in Luxembourg, where negotiations on two additional clusters will officially begin
The EU has allocated 5 million euros for public administration reform in Moldova
The European Union has launched a new project in Moldova aimed at modernizing public administration and accelerating digital reforms. The initiative provides comprehensive support to key institutions and could have a significant impact on the quality of public administration and the delivery of services to citizens.
Moldova Will Strengthen Tobacco Health Warnings on Product Packaging
Moldova is tightening requirements for tobacco health warnings on packaging: the warnings will be more prominent, and the rules for their placement will be stricter. The new regulations will also apply to e-cigarettes and related products, and the bill includes additional measures that could affect the market access of certain products.
The European Union is ready to open two more chapters of accession negotiations with Moldova
The European Union is ready to open two more negotiation clusters for Moldova: "Internal Market" (Cluster 2) and "Competitiveness and Inclusive Growth" (Cluster 3)
Moldova will reduce its budget deficit and bring the banking sector into line with EU standards
Moldova is discussing with the European Commission new measures to reduce the budget deficit and bring the financial sector into line with EU standards. The talks in Brussels also touched on tax reform, the restructuring of state-owned enterprises, and further conditions for receiving European support.
Moldova is accelerating its path to EU membership and is awaiting the opening of all negotiation chapters
The European Union and Moldova reaffirmed their commitment to accelerating accession negotiations and discussed the further opening of the remaining clusters. At the meeting in Brussels, the parties also addressed issues related to reforms, security, energy sustainability, and new financial support; however, the key details and parameters of the decisions will only become clear once the full text is available.
Moldova hopes to conclude negotiations on EU accession by 2028
Moldova plans to complete the technical work required to conclude negotiations on accession to the European Union by early 2028 and to prepare the country for EU membership by 2030, and the new tranche of 157 million euros allocated to it will expand opportunities for financing domestic investments—Vasile Tofan
The European Commission has allocated a new tranche of 157 million euros to Moldova for reforms
The European Commission is allocating a new tranche of 157 million euros to Moldova in recognition of its progress in implementing reforms under the Economic Growth Plan; the total funding under this Plan has reached 661 million euros
The EU will soon disburse a new tranche of 157 million euros from Moldova's Growth Plan
The European Union is preparing another financial tranche for Moldova as part of the Growth Plan, after the country has already received a significant portion of the planned support. Discussions were also held in Chisinau on the progress of reforms, which will determine further disbursements and the pace of the republic's economic integration into the European market.
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