The Republic of Moldova is attracting over EUR 1 billion in investments, in the context of its accelerated progress on the path toward European Union accession, TRIBUNA reports with reference to the Government.

At the EU–Republic of Moldova Investment Conference, investments of up to EUR 640 million were announced through projects selected under the EU call, along with additional investments mobilized together with international financial institutions. In addition, four major investment projects worth approximately EUR 364 million were presented.

“A few years ago, few believed in us. We were told we were small, fragile, and too close to the war. We were told that our European choice would not withstand the pressure. It did withstand — because we remained steadfast. The European Union calls Moldova the best student in the class — the candidate country with the fastest pace of progress. Behind this pace stands our commitment. We promised to deliver, and we are keeping our word. Our European path is today firmer than ever. Moldova’s place in the EU is supported by all 27 member states. That is why, when you invest in Moldova, you invest in a country whose future is anchored in Europe,” President Maia Sandu stated.

The investments target key sectors for the country’s economic transformation: digital infrastructure, high‑tech manufacturing, the pharmaceutical industry, logistics, water infrastructure, high value‑added agriculture, and capital market development.

The announcements come as the Republic of Moldova has recorded the highest progress among all candidate states in the latest EU Enlargement Report and has completed 28 out of 30 reforms committed for 2025 — a 93% implementation rate.

EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos stated that “The economic arguments for investing in the Republic of Moldova are strong. The economic relationship between the European Union and Moldova is already a deep one. Moldovan producers already have direct access to the largest single market in the world. And since Moldova’s accession to the Single Euro Payments Area, any company in Moldova can carry out transactions with its European partners in just a few minutes and at almost no cost. This means real savings for companies. And integration into European structures will continue to advance even before full EU membership.”