The Governor of the National Bank of Moldova, Anca Dragu, had a meeting today with the Ambassador of the French Republic to the Republic of Moldova, Her Excellency Dominique Waag, alongside Nicolas Sejour, Head of the Regional Economic Service for Southeast Europe, and other representatives of the Economic and Financial Mission within the French diplomatic mission in our country, the Hellenic Republic, and Romania.
The discussions centred on the macroeconomic situation, bilateral cooperation between the two countries, the strategic partnership with the Banque de France, and progress made in the European integration process.
Governor Anca Dragu referred to the measures taken by the central bank to reinforce financial stability, highlighting the downward trend in target inflation and the return of the economy to an upward trend. The NBM's reform priorities aimed at strengthening institutional governance, modernising the payment infrastructure, and continuing structural reforms that support the European path of the Republic of Moldova were also emphasised.
In this context, the NBM Governor highlighted Moldova's recent accession to the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) – a significant achievement that confirms the country's commitment to aligning with international standards and brings it into the European payments and financial services market.
"Moldova's connection to SEPA demonstrates the banking system's ability to operate according to international standards and facilitates fast, secure, and more accessible transactions for citizens and businesses. It is the result of a collective effort that reflects our determination to accelerate structural reforms that effectively integrate the Republic of Moldova into the European Union's economic space."
Ms. Anca Dragu expressed her appreciation for the French Republic's openness to expanding bilateral cooperation and the strategic partnership between the Banque de France and the NBM, materialised through technical assistance projects carried out under the Memorandum of Understanding between the two institutions, signed at the beginning of this year.
"On its European path, our country needs support, and the French Republic stands out as a model of excellence and a benchmark for modernising and strengthening the financial framework in line with European standards. Through cooperation and proactive dialogue, we can build a resilient economy," concluded the NBM Governor.
The Republic of Moldova and the French Republic established diplomatic relations in 1992 and have since developed partnerships in multiple sectors: economy, science, defense, investment, agriculture, transport, and others.
