Maia Sandu opens EU-Moldova investment conference

President of Moldova Maia Sandu opened the European Union–Republic of Moldova Investment Conference today, alongside European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos and Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu.

The event brought together international financial institutions, private investors from the European Union, and Moldovan companies.

In her opening remarks, Maia Sandu said that the presence of European investors in Chișinău reflects a change in how the country is perceived, CE Report quotes MOLDPRES.

"Your presence here sends a message that Moldova is now viewed with greater confidence and greater interest," she said.

The president emphasized that Moldova's place in the European Union is supported by all 27 member states, providing investors with greater predictability.

"When you invest in Moldova, you invest in a country whose future is anchored in Europe."

Sandu added that this increased confidence is already visible in the data.

"European investments in Moldova have increased by nearly 30 percent over the past four years."

Among the sectors with strong investment potential, she highlighted the agro-food industry, information technology, renewable energy, manufacturing, and regional logistics.

The president also spoke about what the European integration process means for citizens and businesses.

"For our citizens and companies, I want to reaffirm that the European path means investment, jobs, and a future here at home."

The conference continues throughout the day with an investment partnership signing ceremony and sessions focused on capital markets, energy transformation, Moldova's integration into European transport and logistics networks, industrial value chains, the agro-food sector, and innovation.

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