The Governor of the National Bank of Moldova (NBM), Anca Dragu, participated in the informal meeting of female governors and deputy governors of central banks from European countries and other member states of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), held on 15 October 2025, as part of the Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and the IMF. The event was also attended by the Deputy Governor of the NBM, Tatiana Ivanicichina.
The meeting, hosted by Signe Krogstrup, Governor of the National Bank of Denmark, together with Anna Seim, Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Sweden, and Marja Nykänen, Deputy Governor of the Bank of Finland, brought together senior central bank leaders for a dialogue on the topic "New forms of money and digital payments."
The event focused on the impact of new financial technologies on monetary policies and the role of central banks in adapting to emerging forms of digital money, in an ever-changing geopolitical and economic context.
Participants noted that innovation must be integrated into a coherent and predictable regulatory framework that ensures real benefits for consumers and the economy as a whole.
In this context, the importance of cooperation between central banks was emphasised in order to develop a common supervisory regime for new forms of digital money and to address challenges related to cross-border transactions, data protection, and financial system stability.
"Moldova is taking a responsible stance: we promote innovation, but it must be accompanied by clear rules and robust supervision, with care for people and consumer protection measures. We want a safe and competitive digital market that is compatible with European standards and financial stability requirements," highlights Ms. Anca Dragu.
The NBM Governor also reiterates that for the NBM, digitalisation means transparency, trust and bringing financial services closer to people. According to Ms Anca Dragu, investments in digital infrastructure represent an investment in citizens' trust and in the development of a secure and competitive economy.
The meeting is part of an initiative launched by the Nordic central banks, aimed at creating a framework for dialogue between women in leadership positions within central banks.
This platform, organised annually during the IMF and WBG meetings, provides an opportunity to exchange ideas on global economic trends, promote financial inclusion, and strengthen the role of female leadership in financial institutions.
