Call for Expressions of Interest for Private Sector Investments in Moldova

The focus areas, objectives, priorities, and themes of the Call are as follows: Moldova’s strategic path toward EU Integration involves building the foundation for integration into the European Union’s Single Market through legal alignment, infrastructure, energy systems, digital services, institutions, and agri-food sector upgrades. The country aims for a favorable environment for strategic investment with infrastructure connections to Romania and Ukraine, access to the EU market, and a skilled labor force. Under the Moldova Growth Plan and the EU-funded Reform and Growth Facility, more than 150 reforms are being implemented between now and 2027 to improve competitiveness, simplify procedures, and align Moldova’s economy with EU norms. Key sectors requiring investment include energy and green transition, agriculture, agri-food industry and rural development, advanced manufacturing and industrialization, information technology, digital innovation and applied research, infrastructure and connectivity (transport, logistics, digital systems), and health, life sciences, and digital health innovation.

The initiative complements previous SME development support by adopting a strategic approach aimed specifically at attracting and supporting strategic investors. The government provides technical and financial instruments to back investment and foster a business-friendly, rules-based environment. Reforms aim to increase competitiveness and make Moldova a future EU member and logistics hub. Infrastructure projects such as the Beresti multimodal terminal, upgrades of road and rail corridors, restoration of bridges and border infrastructure, and increased air connectivity exemplify Moldova’s modernization efforts. The country is enhancing energy security with new electricity interconnectors, investments in renewables, gas sector reforms, and the development of market-based operations. The industrial base is targeted for modernization through new policies and the development of advanced manufacturing sectors, supported by regional state aid schemes and logistics hubs.

Moldova has emerged as a digital leader with robust broadband and mobile penetration, digitalized public services, and a dynamic IT sector supported by competitive single-tax regimes. New innovation districts such as the Moldova HiTech Park and Agrotek Park will propel further digital transformation and applied research. Additional efforts focus on strengthening governance, vocational training, and financial integration, including joining the Single Euro Payments Area and preparing to link to the Bucharest Stock Exchange. In healthcare, reforms support pharmaceutical market modernization, digital health infrastructure, and medical tourism. The country continues to expand hospital and diagnostic center investment, laying the foundation for sustainable healthcare development.

Eligibility for this Call is restricted to private enterprises, joint ventures, or consortia with valid VAT registration based in the EU, EEA, or Moldova. Project proposals must be for investments taking place in Moldova, with a minimum total size of EUR 10 million and at least 15% equity participation from the promoter. The assessment will consider alignment with policy priorities, strategic impact, replicability, innovation, socio-economic contribution, financial viability, and investment capacity.

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