Republic of Moldova

The harmonisation of digital markets through EU4Digital in Moldova will result in increased competition, meaning improved online services at better prices and with greater choice. It will attract investments and boost trade and employment, contributing to the development of the country.  

Through EU4Digital, the EU supports the reduction of roaming tariffs, the development of high-speed broadband connectivity to boost economies and expand e-services, the improvement of cybersecurity, the harmonisation of digital frameworks across society in areas ranging from logistics to health, the enhancement of digital skills and the creation of jobs in digital industry.  

The Strategy for Digital Transformation of the Republic of Moldova 2023-2030 outlines the government priorities in the digital area, aiming to create a functional and interconnected digital state, develop the digital society through education, build the national digital infrastructure, strengthen the ICT sector, ensure cyber security, and boost the digital economy by increasing electronic payments, online commerce etc. 

The ICT sector in Moldova continues to be the most rapidly evolving sector of the national economy, acting as the enabler of digital transformation of the economy and society. Most of its growth is due to successful implementation of a special fiscal regime – the Moldova Innovation and Technology Park – Europe’s first ‘e-Park’, where more than 1,000 companies are members.   

In 2020 the EU launched the € 7 million project EU4MOLDOVA: Startup City Cahul. In cooperation with the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) and the National Association of ICT Companies (ATIC), through this project, the EU supports Moldova’s ICT sector development and the digital reform agenda, and encourages partnerships for innovation from the private sector, the public sector and educational institutions.  

Moldova has progressed in implementing its roadmap for boosting digitalisation of the economy and developing e-commerce. Two new national programmes were introduced in 2022: ‘Program for the Digital Transformation of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises’ and ‘Digital Innovations and Technological Start-ups Support Program’. These are dedicated to supporting SMEs and providing funding for tech start-ups, implemented by the Organization for Entrepreneurship Development (ODA).  

In the area of cybersecurity, through the Rapid Assistance Project, the EU supports national competent authorities in aligning their operations with the EU NIS Directives, aiming to increase the cyber resilience of public sector organisations and key critical infrastructure sectors. 

To find out more about EU relations with Moldova, visit: 

• EU4Moldova website 
• Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of Moldova website