Moldova's Growth Plan analysed in dialogue with the media

The event followed the signing on 9 May of the Growth Plan Agreement, worth EUR 1.9 billion, by European Commissioner Marta Kos and Prime Minister Dorin Recean. The Plan rests on three pillars: more financial assistance, stronger access to the EU single market, and support for socio-economic reforms. EU representative Julda Kielyte said EU funds should attract further investment from international financial institutions and the private sector.

Adrian Lupușor argued that the reform agenda should be more ambitious, prioritising business support for raw-material processing, technological sophistication, European standards, quality infrastructure and capital market development. Stanislav Ghilețchi welcomed the focus on energy, mobility, regional development, agriculture and security, but warned that some listed projects have low added value and lack rigorous impact analysis. Liliana Palihovici stressed the need for resources for social services. Participants confirmed the importance of cooperation between authorities, civil society and international partners.