Category Archives: Moldova

Press Releases & News from Moldova distributed via EuropaWire

European Parliament rejects legitimacy of Russia’s 2026 State Duma vote and urges wider EU sanctions

Woman handling ballot papers beside a transparent ballot box as a uniformed official stands nearby

Resolution adopted by 482 votes to 41 with 39 abstentions condemns the September ballot, staged voting in occupied territories and political repression in Russia IN BRIEFKEY TAKEAWAYSFAQs The European Parliament has rejected the Russian State Duma elections held on 18–20 … Read the full press release →

Maib Gains EBRD Portfolio Risk-Sharing Support to Increase Lending Capacity for Moldovan Enterprises

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development is providing a new portfolio risk-sharing facility of up to €25 million to maib, Moldova’s largest bank, to support expanded lending to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises. The unfunded guarantee is … Read the full press release →

EBRD Backs OTP Bank Moldova with New Facility to Strengthen SME Competitiveness and EU Alignment

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD, in cooperation with the European Union, is providing a €10 million financing package to OTP Bank Moldova under the EU4Business–EBRD Credit Line to support lending to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises. The programme will help Moldovan … Read the full press release →

EU-Backed EBRD Loans Boost Green and Competitive Growth for Moldova’s maib, Victoriabank, and Eximbank

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), in partnership with the European Union, is extending €22.5 million in new loans to three Moldovan banks — maib, Victoriabank, and Eximbank — under the EU4Business-EBRD Credit Line to boost … Read the full press release →

EIB Group and EU4Business back €77 million financing boost for Moldovan SMEs through ProCredit Bank and Victoriabank

(IN BRIEF) The EIB Group, comprising the EIB and EIF, has signed guarantee agreements with ProCredit Bank Moldova and Victoriabank to mobilise over €77 million in new financing for nearly 1,000 Moldovan SMEs. Backed by the EU’s EU4Business Guarantee Facility, … Read the full press release →

Vienna Insurance Group acquires majority stake in Moldasig, becoming Moldova’s leading insurer

(IN BRIEF) Vienna Insurance Group (VIG) has acquired 80% of Moldasig following a successful public auction, making it the market leader in Moldova with around 30% share. The Share Purchase Agreement with the Moldovan state finalises VIG’s acquisition plan announced … Read the full press release →

Over €244 Million from EIB Global to Modernize Chisinau’s Heat Network and Build Cahul Regional Hospital in Moldova

(IN BRIEF) EIB Global is lending €143.5 million to Termoelectrica SA for a seven-year overhaul of Chisinau’s district heating network—horizontalizing pipelines, installing individual substations, and upgrading 1 665 apartment buildings—to cut energy use by 25% and emissions by 7%. A … Read the full press release →

Eurojust Backs Romania and Moldova in Major Phishing Fraud Money-Laundering Crackdown

(IN BRIEF) Eurojust coordinated a major cross-border operation in Romania and Moldova against a phishing fraud network that had been active since at least 2013. In joint actions today, authorities searched 44 locations, targeting the subgroup responsible for opening fraudulent … Read the full press release →

OSCE and Romania Equip Moldovan Officers with Advanced Tools for Intelligence-Led Investigations

(IN BRIEF) A week-long training in Chișinău has enhanced the analytical skills of Moldovan law enforcement officers through the use of i2 Analyst’s Notebook software. Organized by the OSCE’s Transnational Threats Department in co-operation with Romania’s OSCE Mission, the course … Read the full press release →

Castel Mimi Winery in Moldova Receives €1.24 Million Investment for Sustainable Growth and Wellness Centre Development

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD, EU, and maib have partnered to fund Castel Mimi’s expansion in Moldova, providing a €1.24 million loan to build a wellness centre at its award-winning wine resort. This investment supports sustainable development in Moldova’s wine tourism … Read the full press release →

Vienna Insurance Group Submits Bid to Acquire Majority Stake in Moldova’s Leading Non-Life Insurer MOLDASIG

(IN BRIEF) Vienna Insurance Group (VIG) has submitted a bid to acquire 80% of MOLDASIG S.A., one of Moldova’s leading non-life insurance companies, as part of a multi-stage process initiated by the Moldovan government. With a market share of approximately … Read the full press release →

EBRD Launches Global Tender for New Investor to Drive Growth at Moldova’s Giurgiulesti International Free Port

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has launched an international tender to identify a new investor for Giurgiulesti International Free Port, Moldova’s key maritime asset. In coordination with the Moldovan government, the EBRD aims to attract … Read the full press release →

EBRD Unveils Diverse Short List for Prestigious Literature Prize Across Seven Investment Regions

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has announced the short list for its annual Literature Prize, featuring ten English translations of books by authors from seven countries where the Bank invests. Selected by an independent jury led by Maya Jaggi, the short … Read the full press release →

JASPERS Expands Advisory Reach to Ukraine and Moldova, Secures Support for European Development Projects Through 2027

(IN BRIEF) JASPERS, a collaborative advisory initiative by the European Investment Bank and the European Commission, held its annual meeting in Brussels, marking nearly two decades of supporting regional development projects across Europe and beyond. Since 2005, JASPERS has facilitated … Read the full press release →

EBRD and OTP Bank Moldova Launch €30 Million Financing Boost for Moldovan MSMEs, Focusing on Agriculture and Trade

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has introduced a pioneering risk-sharing facility in Moldova with OTP Bank, enabling €30 million in new financing aimed at supporting the country’s MSMEs, particularly in agriculture and trade. This EU-backed … Read the full press release →

Alegerile din Moldova din 2024: O Bătălie pentru Democrație Împotriva Dezinformării

DIASPORA MOLDOVENEASCĂ DEȚINE CHEIA PENTRU APĂRAREA VIITORULUI ȚĂRII (PE SCURT) Moldova se află într-o perioadă crucială a istoriei sale, iar alegerile prezidențiale din 2024 vor decide viitorul său democratic și orientarea către Europa. Actori străini, în special din Rusia, încearcă … Read the full press release →

EU Boosts Moldova’s Forestry and Railway Infrastructure with €212 Million Investment

(IN BRIEF) The European Union has announced two key investments to support Moldova’s development: a €200 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) for forest expansion and a €12 million EU grant to upgrade the country’s railway infrastructure. The … Read the full press release →

Joint Operation by Romanian and Moldovan Authorities Uncovers EUR 3 Million Financial Scam, 12 Arrested

(IN BRIEF) Romanian and Moldovan authorities, supported by Eurojust and Europol, have dismantled an organized crime group responsible for defrauding over 150 victims through a fake investment scheme since 2022. The scam, which used false advertisements and fake investment platforms, … Read the full press release →

European Union Celebrates Second Anniversary of Ukraine-Moldova Electricity Grid Synchronisation Amidst Ongoing Support

(IN BRIEF) Today marks the second anniversary of the synchronisation of Ukraine’s and Moldova’s electricity grids with the Continental European Network, a critical achievement in light of concerns over energy security following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Completed in … Read the full press release →

Moldova’s Diaspora Returns to Drive Reform: A Strategic Initiative for European Integration

(IN BRIEF) Moldova’s aspiration for EU membership is met with the recognition of significant challenges in key sectors like energy, trade, and banking. In response, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) formulated the Reform Support Team (RST) program, … Read the full press release →

EBRD Grants €150 Million Loan to Moldova for Vital Road Rehabilitation Projects

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has approved a €150 million loan for Moldova to support the rehabilitation of crucial roads, particularly around the capital, Chisinau. The loan will fund the expansion and enhancement of the … Read the full press release →

EIB Global Signs €41.2 Million Loan Agreement to Rehabilitate Moldova’s Rail Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank’s (EIB) specialized development finance arm, EIB Global, has entered into a €41.2 million loan agreement with the government of Moldova for the revitalization of the country’s railway infrastructure. Complementing this funding is a €12 … Read the full press release →

European Investment Bank Welcomes EU Accession Negotiations with Ukraine, Moldova, and Candidate Status for Georgia

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) applauds the European Council’s decision to initiate EU accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, while also granting candidate country status to Georgia. EIB President Werner Hoyer emphasizes the positive impact of enlargement on … Read the full press release →

Improved Cross-Border Connections: European Commission and EIB Advocate European Track Gauge Implementation

(IN BRIEF) A study conducted by the European Commission and the European Investment Bank (EIB) suggests that implementing the European track gauge on lines to Lviv and Chișinău would be a crucial first step in enhancing connections between Poland and … Read the full press release →

Moldovan Railways Secures €23 Million Loan from EBRD for Key Rail Corridor Upgrade

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has granted a €23 million loan to Moldovan Railways to support the rehabilitation of two critical sections of railway lines on Moldova’s North-South Rail Corridor. The project aims to enhance … Read the full press release →

EBRD and European Commission Join Forces to Enhance Moldova’s Rail Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) EBRD and the European Commission have approved a financial package to rehabilitate railway lines in Moldova. The €71 million project will receive a €20 million investment grant from the EU, a €23 million loan from EBRD, and €28 … Read the full press release →

La empresa moldava de paisajismo Alex Garden se expande a Rumania con el apoyo del BERD y CEI

(NOTICIA EN BREVE) Alex Garden es un centro de jardinería y una empresa de paisajismo con sede en Chisináu, Moldavia, fundado por el joven empresario Alexandru Ciobanu. Con el apoyo de la Iniciativa de Europa Central y el Banco Europeo … Read the full press release →

Moldovan Landscaping Business Alex Garden Expands into Romania with Support from EBRD and CEI

(IN BRIEF) Alex Garden is a garden center and landscaping business based in Chișinău, Moldova, founded by young entrepreneur Alexandru Ciobanu. With support from the Central European Initiative and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, the company received assistance … Read the full press release →

EBRD, EIB and International Donors Invest in Moldova’s Solid Waste Management Infrastructure

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 4-Jan-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), a multilateral developmental investment bank, has announced it is providing a €25 million sovereign loan to the government of Moldova to finance investments in its … Read the full press release →

EBWE, EIB und internationale Geber investieren in Moldawiens Infrastruktur für die Abfallbewirtschaftung

(PRESSEMITTEILUNG) LONDON, 4-Jan-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — Die Europäische Bank für Wiederaufbau und Entwicklung (EBWE), eine multilaterale Entwicklungsinvestitionsbank, hat angekündigt, dass sie ein Staatsdarlehen in Höhe von 25 Millionen Euro bereitstellt der Regierung von Moldawien zur Finanzierung von Investitionen in seine … Read the full press release →

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and cybersecurity service provider ISSP partner over cybersecurity training of SMEs in Moldova

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 16-Dec-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), a multilateral developmental investment bank, has announced a new partnership with ISSP, a Ukraine-founded global cybersecurity service provider, aimed at providing training on digital and … Read the full press release →

Die Europäische Bank für Wiederaufbau und Entwicklung (EBWE) und der Cybersicherheitsdienstleister ISSP arbeiten bei Cybersicherheitsschulungen für KMU in Moldawien zusammen

(PRESSEMITTEILUNG) LONDON, 16-Dec-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Die Europäische Bank für Wiederaufbau und Entwicklung (EBRD), eine multilaterale Entwicklungsinvestitionsbank, hat eine neue Partnerschaft mit ISSP, einem in der Ukraine gegründeten Unternehmen, bekannt gegeben globaler Anbieter von Cybersicherheitsdiensten, der darauf abzielt, KMU (Kleine … Read the full press release →

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to provide EUR 15 million loan to OTP Bank in Moldova in support of local micro, small and medium-sized enterprises in the country

EBRD lends €15 million to OTP Bank Moldova Financing is for investment support to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises Project is supported by EU with incentive grants under the EU4Business Initiative (PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 13-Dec-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — The European … Read the full press release →

La Banque européenne pour la reconstruction et le développement (BERD) accordera un prêt de 15 millions d’EUR à OTP Bank en Moldavie pour soutenir les micro, petites et moyennes entreprises locales du pays

La BERD prête 15 millions d’euros à OTP Bank Moldova Le financement est destiné au soutien à l’investissement des micro, petites et moyennes entreprises Le projet est soutenu par l’UE avec des subventions incitatives dans le cadre de l’initiative EU4Business … Read the full press release →

EBRD introduces mediation as an alternative way of dispute resolution in Moldova

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 8-Sep-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — The EBRD, through its Legal Transition Programme (LTP), has implemented a number of projects to establish a robust alternative dispute resolution (ADR) framework and practice in the Moldova. The initiative has been supported by … Read the full press release →

Moldovan agricultural firm Terrarica to upgrade machinery with financial support from EBRD and the EU

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 22-May-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced that a joint financing facility of the bank and the EU helped Terrarica to purchase machinery for agriculture production, including new tractors, auxiliary … Read the full press release →

Matvil Corp. продолжает бороться с противозаконными действиями юридической системы Молдовы.

Дело о защите прав на интеллектуальную собственность проливает свет на коррумпированность юридической системы Молдовы. (PRESS RELEASE) TORONTO, Canada, 15-May-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — Как обнаружил один из ведущих провайдеров этнического онлайн-телевидения, предоставляющий услуги на территории Северной Америки, Matvil Corp., у легальных … Read the full press release →

MEP Olekas is elected Chairman of the Euronest PA Social Affairs Committee

At the Euronest Parliamentary Assembly session in Tbilisi on 8 and 10 December, Juozas Olekas, Member of the European Parliament (MEP), was elected Chairman of the Committee on Social Affairs, Employment, Education, Culture and Civil Society. (PRESS RELEASE) BRUSSELS, 10-Dec-2019 … Read the full press release →

Matvil Corp. противостоит беспределу судебных властей Молдовы

Matvil Corp. противостоит беспределу судебных властей Молдовы

Иск о нарушении прав интеллектуальной собственности продемонстрировал масштаб коррупции судебной системы Молдовы (PRESS RELEASE) Торонто, Канада, 24-Jun-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Как обнаружил один из ведущих провайдеров этнического онлайн-телевидения, предоставляющий услуги на территории Северной Америки, Matvil Corp., у легальных вещателей не … Read the full press release →

Claus Neukirch appointed Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova

CHISINAU, Moldova, 14-Sep-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — The Italian OSCE Chairmanship has appointed Claus Neukirch of Germany as the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova. He will also serve as the OSCE mediator in the Transdniestrian Settlement Process. Neukirch succeeds Michael … Read the full press release →