Prime Highlights :
- The European Commission has disbursed €189 million to Moldova, recognizing significant progress in economic, governance, and digital reforms.
- The funding supports Moldova’s path toward stronger institutions and closer integration with the European Union.
Key Facts :
- €173 million will go to Moldova’s state budget, while €16 million is allocated for development projects through the Neighbourhood Investment Platform.
- Moldova completed 24 reform steps, including improvements in cybersecurity, judicial reforms, budget transparency, and renewable energy expansion.
Background :
The European Commission has released €189 million to Moldova under its Reform and Growth Facility after the country completed 24 reform steps aimed at strengthening its economy and governance.
From the total funding, €173 million is earmarked for Moldova’s state budget, and an additional €16 million will be allocated to development initiatives via the Neighbourhood Investment Platform. The latest payment increases the total EU funding provided to Moldova in 2025 to €478 million.
Moldova qualified for the second round of funding because it made several reforms. It reduced paperwork for businesses, improved cybersecurity, strengthened emergency response, and expanded digital public services.
The country also improved budget transparency and stepped up efforts to fight fraud. It worked on recovering stolen assets and reforming the courts. These actions help build stronger institutions and increase trust in the government.
In the energy sector, Moldova started national electricity and balancing markets to manage power supply and demand better. The country also increased its use of renewable energy to reach its long-term sustainability goals.
EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos said the reforms will bring practical benefits, including less paperwork, better online services, and a cleaner environment. She added that the funding would help citizens and keep Moldova moving closer to the European Union.
The Commission also opened investment opportunities, inviting businesses from the EU, EEA, and Moldova to apply for projects until June 2026.