Economic, investment opportunities of Moldova promoted at Annual Meeting of Board of Governors of European Bank for Reconstruction and Development

The economic and investment opportunities of Moldova have been promoted at the 35th Annual Meeting of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) Board of Governors, held in Riga. The country was represented by Deputy Prime Minister, Economic Development and Digitalization Minister Eugen Osmochescu and State Secretary of the Economic Development and Digitalization Ministry (MDED) Natalia Selevestru. During the event, the officials strengthened dialogue with international partners on investments, energy security and European integration.

Eugeniu Osmochescu highlighted Moldova’s active contribution to strengthening regional resilience through implemented reforms, rapprochement with the European Union and investments in infrastructure, energy and digitalization. He also expressed appreciation for the support provided by the EBRD in key areas, such as energy security, infrastructure, private sector development and the implementation of economic reforms.

At the same time, during the EBRD Board of Governors’ plenary session, the deputy PM addressed the topic of Ukraine’s reconstruction. He emphasized that this process would influence Europe’s long-term economic development, security, and stability and would generate new opportunities for investment, trade and regional cooperation.

During the closed plenary meeting, the governors of the EBRD’s 77 shareholder countries, together with representatives of the European Union and the European Investment Bank, adopted a resolution on the institution’s strategic priorities for the coming period. They also supported the implementation of the first Economic Governance Strategy in the EBRD’s history and reconfirmed the importance of Ukraine as a strategic priority for the institution, as well as the expansion of support for economies affected by the conflict in the Middle East.

The meeting’s agenda also included a business forum titled, Moldova Investment Outlook Session: A Strategic Gateway to European and Emerging Markets, organized in partnership with the Investments Agency of Moldova. During the panel, Deputy Prime Minister Eugeniu Osmochescu and State Secretary Natalia Selevestru presented the competitive advantages of Moldova and the investment opportunities provided by the national economy.

The officials highlighted the progress made in modernizing the business environment, digitalizing public services, improving the regulatory framework and developing support mechanisms for investors. They also emphasized the importance of investments in transport, logistics and trade infrastructure, which strengthen Moldova’s connectivity with regional and international markets.

The European integration process was underlined as an essential factor for accelerating reforms, enhancing economic competitiveness and strengthening investors’ confidence. In the context, the officials noted the importance of the European Union’s Growth Plan for Moldova and the solid partnership with the EBRD in backing economic development and attracting high-quality investments.

On the margins of the annual meeting, Deputy Prime Minister Eugeniu Osmochescu and State Secretary of the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization Natalia Selevestru had a string of bilateral meetings with government officials, representatives of international financial institutions and business leaders.