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BRIEFMarch 12, 2025

Support to strengthening MSMEs Competitiveness in Moldova

Country: Moldova

Themes: Strengthening the business enabling environment; Promoting technology adoption to raise productivity; and Supporting entrepreneurship and SME growth.

Cross Cutting Themes: Gender, Digital

Anticipated Impact Areas: Quality Jobs, Private Investment, Productivity

The Challenge

The project’s development objectives are (i) to reduce the regulatory burden, increase access to finance, and increase export competitiveness of Moldovan enterprises, and (ii) in case of an eligible crisis or emergency, respond promptly and effectively to it.

The Mission

The grant has  helped improve the investment climate through reforms focusing on strengthening the business environment and investment climate. The activities specifically focus on business licensing and inspections, through support in regulatory streamlining and digitalization, increasing awareness among MSMEs for climate related risks and promoting transparent investment policies