The World Bank has approved a $250 million Development Policy Loan (DPL) for the Republic of Moldova to support reforms aimed at boosting economic growth, job creation, market efficiency, and resilience. The announcement was made on 4 June 2026 in Chișinău, marking a key step in Moldova’s ongoing EU integration process.
The financing is the first in a two-part operation designed to build on previous reform programs and strengthen Moldova’s long-term economic stability. It also aligns closely with the European Union’s Growth and Reform Plan for Moldova and the World Bank Group’s broader Country Partnership Framework for the country.
The program focuses on improving competitiveness and transparency in the economy through reforms such as streamlined business registration, more efficient and competitive public procurement systems, and enhanced consumer protection and innovation within the banking sector. It also encourages sustainable financing practices aligned with EU taxonomy standards, supporting Moldova’s transition toward a greener and more transparent financial system.
A significant part of the initiative is aimed at strengthening human capital and labor market participation. Measures include improving access to early childhood education and supporting the formalization of temporary employment, helping to expand formal job opportunities and improve social inclusion.
The loan also supports infrastructure and energy-related reforms intended to enhance resilience and regional integration. These include integrating Moldova into EU electricity markets, modernizing district heating systems, and improving transport infrastructure along the Trans-European Transport Network corridors.
World Bank officials emphasized that Moldova’s EU candidacy presents a crucial opportunity for productivity-led and inclusive growth. The institution reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the country’s reform agenda as it works toward convergence with EU income levels and deeper integration into European markets.
Since joining the World Bank in 1992, Moldova has received more than $1.8 billion in financing across over 45 operations. Current support from the broader World Bank Group, including the International Finance Corporation and the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency, continues to focus on financial sector development, private investment, and risk insurance mechanisms.
The new development policy loan reinforces Moldova’s reform trajectory and highlights continued international backing for its economic modernization and EU accession ambitions.
