EBA BUSINESS OUTLOOK 2026 – 5th Edition

23 Mar 2026

The Welcome Panel marked the official opening of the event, bringing together EU and Moldovan high-level officials, alongside business leaders and experts, to reflect on key macroeconomic trends and identify pathways for sustainable growth.

The discussions during the Event touched on essential priorities shaping the economic landscape:

- The European Union’s Multiannual Financial Framework and its budgetary outlook;

- Advancing the Growth Plan for the Republic of Moldova in practical terms;

- Expanding capital markets and leveraging EU financial instruments locally;

- New dynamics and investment opportunities in the natural gas and energy sector.

Through insightful exchanges, the panel created a valuable space for alignment between policymakers and the business community—driving ideas into action.

We were honored to have on the Welcome Panel:

Mrs. Maia Sandu – President of the RM
Mr. Siegfried Muresan – Member of the European Parliament, Chair of the Delegation for relations with the Republic of Moldova
Mrs. Adrienn Kiraly - Director, EU Commission, DG Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood
Moderator: Mrs. Carolina Bugaian – EBA President, Director General Moldcell.

Our deep appreciation to President Mrs. Maia Sandu for her leadership and for setting a strong vision for Moldova’s economic future and resilience.

Sincere thanks to Mr. Siegfried Mureșan, Member of the European Parliament, Chair of the Delegation for relations with the Republic of Moldova for his consistent engagement and for highlighting key perspectives on Moldova’s European path and growth potential.

Warm thanks to Mrs. Andrienn Kiraly, Director, EU Commission, DG Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood for her valuable contribution and for outlining the strategic role of EU support in Moldova’s economic progress.

We sincerely appreciate Mrs. Carolina Bugaian, EBA President, Director General Moldcell for her thoughtful introductory and concluding remarks, setting the context for the panel and bringing clarity to its main takeaways.

Panel 1 brought forward a focused discussion on the Growth Plan as a key driver of the Republic of Moldova’s EU integration process, gathering high-level officials, experts, and business leaders.

The exchange of views emphasized important directions for economic development:

- Advancing the implementation of the Growth Plan for the Republic of Moldova;

- Strengthening financial and institutional frameworks aligned with EU standards;

- Unlocking new opportunities for investment and sustainable growth;

- Enhancing cooperation between public authorities and the business community.

The panel provided valuable insights and practical perspectives, contributing to a better understanding of Moldova’s path toward economic resilience and European integration.

We were honored to have the speakers of Panel 1:

Mrs. Adrienn Kiraly – Director, European Commission, DG Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood
Mrs. Anca Dragu – Governor, National Bank of Moldova (Banca Națională a Moldovei)
Mr. Eugeniu Osmochescu – Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Economic Growth and Digitalisation of the Republic of Moldova (Ministerul Dezvoltării Economice și Digitalizării al Republicii Moldova)
Mr. Ion Gumene - State Secretary of the Ministry of Finance (Ministerul Finantelor al Republicii Moldova)
Mr. Alexei Buzu – Secretary General of the Government of the Republic of Moldova (Guvernul Republicii Moldova)
Moderator: Mrs. Mariana Rufa – CEO, EBA

Special thanks to our Main Partner, Visa

Event Partners: maib and Premier Energy Distribution Moldova