MOLDOVA BUSINESS WEEK 2026

Moldova Business Week 2026 opens at the Radisson Blu Leogrand Hotel, Chișinău, with a formal inauguration and keynote speeches uniting key stakeholders from the local and international business communities. The opening program will showcase inspiring success stories from investors and exporters, underlining the real opportunities and competitive services the Republic of Moldova has to offer the EU and global markets. A highlight of this year’s opening is the strategic presentation of the 11th edition's three core pillars: European Economic Integration, Sectoral Investment Profiles, and Export of Services-setting the stage for a dynamic five-day agenda designed to facilitate B2B meetings, showcase regional development, and forge lasting economic partnerships.

The Moldova Logistics Forum (MLF) 2026 is organized specifically for the logistics market and its players, aiming to share information on business and investment opportunities in Moldova and to facilitate relations between the business community and local authorities.

Theme & Main Topics: The forum centers on Moldova's positioning as an emerging logistics gateway between the EU and Eastern markets, covering topics such as trade facilitation in the context of Moldova's EU accession, the future of logistics in South-Eastern Europe, investment in logistics infrastructure, and the opportunities and bottlenecks of establishing Moldova as a regional logistics hub.

What Participants Will Discover/Learn: Attendees will learn about the advantages and incentives available in the Republic of Moldova, along with details on taxes, infrastructure, and relocation opportunities. They will also gain insight into the country's economic overview, fiscal incentives, and trade and FDI statistics, as well as the structural challenges facing the sector — including fragmented infrastructure, limited intermodal connectivity, regulatory barriers, and digitalization gaps.

Main Activities & Presentations: The day includes an official opening ceremony themed "Moldova as the New Logistics Gateway Between the EU and Eastern Markets," followed by sessions on logistics and trade facilitation in Moldova's EU accession journey, the future of logistics in South-Eastern Europe, investing in logistics infrastructure, and Moldova as a regional logistics gateway (opportunities and bottlenecks). The forum concludes with closing remarks, followed by an evening wine tasting and networking reception. The event is organized by LogiHub, in partnership with Invest Moldova, German Cooperation (GIZ), and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC).

Moldova's Agri-food Market in Practice

What does it take to launch and develop an agri-food business in Moldova?

As part of Moldova Business Week, FIA opens the doors of one of the country's largest international manufacturers. Efes Moldova shares what it has learned building and expanding operations here, and four FIA member companies fill in the rest of the picture: where the raw materials come from, how products reach the shelf, and what it takes to sell into the European Union.

Practical experience across the value chain

        • Efes Moldova — host company and main case: modern manufacturing, international standards, resource efficiency, ESG, circular economy and packaging;
        • Südzucker Moldova — local raw material base: cooperation with agricultural producers, availability and quality of raw materials, cultivation technologies, adaptation to climate and market changes;
        • METRO Moldova — market access: supplier requirements, quality, packaging and grading, development of local producers, distribution and scaling;
        • Sandriliona — access to European markets: adaptation of local products, export requirements, standards and practical experience of operating in EU markets.

Moldova's Energy Market in Practice

What does an investor need to know about Moldova's energy market and infrastructure when launching or expanding a business?

As part of Moldova Business Week, FIA takes investors inside the company that operates Moldova's electricity distribution network. Premier Energy walks through what it takes to connect a business to the grid, how the network is being modernised, and where the sector is heading as renewables come online and the market opens up. Other FIA member companies add cases from related areas.

Premier Energy's practical experience

Security and reliability of supply — operations centre, SCADA, incident and crisis management;
Modernisation of infrastructure and grid connection — connection requirements, grid modernisation, investment and safety;
Energy sector transition — renewable integration, market liberalisation, flexibility.

Possible contributions from FIA companies

Digitalisation and cybersecurity of energy infrastructure;
Connectivity, data storage and other solutions supporting reliable business operations.

From Investment Promotion to Investor Trust
What does an investor need to launch or expand a business in Moldova?

As part of Moldova Business Week, FIA brings together executives of companies already operating in Moldova and investors considering the market. Official presentations set out the country's opportunities; this closed-door conversation puts them in the context of specific business solutions. Seven to eight FIA companies each open with one practical challenge they faced and how they solved it, and the discussion then follows the questions potential investors bring to the table.

Practical experience of FIA companies

Each company selects one aspect that matters to a new investor and outlines it in three to four minutes with a single illustrative slide, moving from the challenge or opportunity, to the practical experience and solution, to the key takeaway for the investor.

Preliminary topics:

Launching and expanding operations in Moldova;
Human capital and skills development;
Local suppliers, procurement and supply chains;
Access to the domestic market, distribution and exports;
Infrastructure, energy supply and business continuity;
Digitalisation and technological solutions;
Financing and business risk management;
Resource efficiency, ESG and sustainable development.

Regulatory matters may be included where they help explain a practical challenge, the solution a company adopted, or an emerging market opportunity. The final set of inputs will be defined based on feedback from FIA companies and the profiles of potential investors.

Discussion focus

The practical experience of FIA companies in the context of the FIA White Book priorities: trust and predictability of the investment environment; conditions for launching and developing a business; human capital and infrastructure; investment opportunities and market growth potential.

The Moldova Export Forum brings together business leaders, policymakers, and institutional partners to explore the evolving landscape of Moldovan trade.  The event highlights strategic focuses on the service sector and international market opportunities presented by leading economic experts and bilateral chamber representatives. The forum also features the official Top 25 Exporters from Moldova awards ceremony and a dedicated networking session designed to foster high-value international partnerships.

The event aims to provide a strategic and practice-oriented platform for discussing the Republic of Moldova’s tax environment and the role of tax predictability in shaping investment decisions. As part of Moldova Business Week 2026, it will bring together policymakers, tax experts, investors, and business representatives to explore the key features of Moldova’s tax system relevant to international investment, the practical realities of entering and operating in the local market, the factors that foster investor confidence, and the ways in which taxation influences business structuring, capital allocation, and long-term investment decisions.

The programme will include a presentation on the evolving international tax landscape and the key tax considerations for investing in Moldova, followed by a panel discussion featuring investors who will share their practical experiences and perspectives. A fireside chat will examine tax certainty as a strategic investment signal and a key element of a competitive investment climate. The event will conclude with an interactive Q&A session and a networking opportunity, enabling participants to engage directly with experts, policymakers, and members of the business community.

The Study Visit organized as part of the Real Estate Forum 2026 offers participants a practical, on-site perspective on Moldova’s evolving real estate and industrial landscape. Designed as an interactive field experience, the visit will complement the forum’s discussions by showcasing concrete investment projects, infrastructure developments, and construction solutions.

Participants will explore key locations including modern real estate developments, industrial facilities, and strategic infrastructure such as the Ungheni Industrial Park and the Berești Multimodal Logistics Complex. The program will highlight topics such as real estate design and planning, metal construction technologies, and the development of industrial and logistics hubs.

Through guided tours and expert presentations, attendees will gain first-hand insights into investment opportunities, development processes, and the operational aspects of major projects. The Study Visit will also provide a valuable platform for networking and direct engagement with developers, local authorities, and industry professionals.

Overall, the visit aims to bridge theory and practice, offering participants a deeper understanding of Moldova’s real estate potential and its role as an emerging investment destination in the region.

Event Timing: September 30th, 10:00-17:00
Starting from Chisinau
- Real Estate Design
- Metal Constructions in Real Estate
- Industrial Park (Ungheni)
- Beresti Multimodal Logistics Complex

How is a country's reputation built, and who shapes it? This event brings together public institutions, businesses, international experts, and creative partners to showcase how collaboration drives Moldova's country brand. Through real-life campaigns, success stories, and strategic discussions, participants will explore how tourism, wine, culture, sports, and business initiatives contribute to strengthening Moldova's global visibility and reputation, while identifying new opportunities to position the country on the international stage.

A study visit to MONICOL and SAPICO, open to representatives of the agri-food sector, producers, exporters, entrepreneurs, interested companies, and the general public.

The purpose of the event is to showcase the companies’ production and processing capacities, technological processes, quality and food safety standards, product ranges, and experience in local and international markets.

Participants will learn about the main stages of processing and packaging agri-food products, export requirements, quality control procedures, and potential cooperation opportunities in the agri-food sector. The programme will include company presentations, guided tours of the production facilities, product presentations, and Q&A sessions.

09:00–14:00
Departure from Radisson Blu Leogrand Hotel at 09:00.
Estimated return to Radisson Blu Leogrand Hotel at 14:00.

A study visit hosted by PONTI, open to representatives of the textile industry, entrepreneurs, interested companies, and the general public. The event aims to showcase the company’s production capabilities, technological processes, quality standards, and experience in local and international markets.

Participants will discover the main stages of the production process, PONTI’s product range, and potential cooperation opportunities within the textile industry. The programme will include a company presentation, a guided factory tour, and a Q&A and discussion session.

15:00 - 17:00
Departure from Radisson Blu Leogrand Hotel at 15:00.
Estimated return to Radisson Blu Leogrand Hotel at 17:00.

Within the framework of “Exporting Moldova Through Tourism: From Destination to Economic Value”, ANTRIM is launching a dedicated component targeting the Swiss market, designed to transform an initial institutional contact into a concrete commercial partnership. The initiative brings together tour operators from the Republic of Moldova and an exclusive delegation of tour operators, industry associations, and media representatives from Switzerland, establishing a structured framework for matchmaking, pitches, and thematic discussions on investment and collaboration opportunities.

The choice of Switzerland is intentional: it is a market with a genuine appetite for quality, experiential, and sustainable tourism—segments where Moldova’s tourism offering (wine, rural, and cultural) can compete authentically.

The Swiss component of the event will feature dedicated B2B sessions, a FAM tour for the delegation, and media presence aimed at delivering Moldova's story directly to the Swiss public.

Following the acquisition of its market operator licence and authorization to operate a Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF), BIMx is officially launching on the capital market of the Republic of Moldova. Capital Market Forum 2026 provides a platform for practical and constructive dialogue among all capital market stakeholders — issuers, investors, intermediaries, advisers, public authorities, and international partners — with the objective of turning this regulatory milestone into an operational reality.

The 4th edition of Creative Capital for Growth & Investment brings together creative entrepreneurs, investors, public institutions, and international partners to explore the potential of Moldova’s creative industries as a driver of innovation, economic growth, and investment.

The event aims to promote and position Moldova’s creative industries by showcasing local talent, innovative businesses, and new opportunities, while connecting the creative sector with local and international partners to foster collaboration, investment, and sustainable growth.

This interactive workshop brings together Moldova's key investment support institutions: the Invest Moldova Agency, the e-Governance Agency (AGE), the Organization for Entrepreneurship Development (ODA), and the Public Services Agency (ASP) to walk investors through the country's full support ecosystem, from company registration to long-term aftercare. Participants will learn how the One-Stop Shop model simplifies business registration and reduces bureaucracy, how digital government tools speed up interactions with public institutions, how to navigate the Investment Map and available aftercare services, and what financing and development tools ODA offers to entrepreneurs and investors. The session features short presentations from each institution followed by an open Q&A, giving investors direct access to the people and tools that can support their entry into and growth within the Moldovan market.

Discover the story of Chișinău through a guided walking tour that combines history, architecture, culture, and local identity. Designed for international delegates, this experience offers an engaging introduction to Moldova's capital while showcasing the country's rich heritage and contemporary spirit.

Over the course of approximately two hours, participants will explore the city's historic center, tracing its development from its first documentary attestation in 1436 to the vibrant capital it is today. Along the way, the tour highlights the architectural diversity, cultural landmarks, and public spaces that define Chișinău, while offering insights into the city's evolution, traditions, and role in modern Moldova.

The itinerary begins at Kilometer Zero and the Moldova Post Office, continuing to some of the capital's most iconic landmarks, including the Mihai Eminescu National Theatre, the Organ Hall, Chișinău City Hall, the Tourist Information Centre, the National Museum of Art of Moldova, the National Library, the National Museum of History of Moldova, the Ștefan cel Mare Public Garden and the Monument to Stephen the Great, the Maria Bieșu National Opera and Ballet Theatre, the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova, the Presidency of the Republic of Moldova, and the Cathedral Complex of the Nativity of the Lord.

Throughout the tour, participants will gain a deeper understanding of Moldova's history, cultural heritage, and national identity while enjoying the welcoming atmosphere of the city. The experience also offers opportunities to discover local flavors and recommendations that reflect Chișinău's growing culinary scene, making it an ideal introduction to the capital for first-time visitors.

Discover the story of Chișinău through a guided walking tour that combines history, architecture, culture, and local identity. Designed for international delegates, this experience offers an engaging introduction to Moldova's capital while showcasing the country's rich heritage and contemporary spirit.

Over the course of approximately two hours, participants will explore the city's historic center, tracing its development from its first documentary attestation in 1436 to the vibrant capital it is today. Along the way, the tour highlights the architectural diversity, cultural landmarks, and public spaces that define Chișinău, while offering insights into the city's evolution, traditions, and role in modern Moldova.

The itinerary begins at Kilometer Zero and the Moldova Post Office, continuing to some of the capital's most iconic landmarks, including the Mihai Eminescu National Theatre, the Organ Hall, Chișinău City Hall, the Tourist Information Centre, the National Museum of Art of Moldova, the National Library, the National Museum of History of Moldova, the Ștefan cel Mare Public Garden and the Monument to Stephen the Great, the Maria Bieșu National Opera and Ballet Theatre, the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova, the Presidency of the Republic of Moldova, and the Cathedral Complex of the Nativity of the Lord.

Throughout the tour, participants will gain a deeper understanding of Moldova's history, cultural heritage, and national identity while enjoying the welcoming atmosphere of the city. The experience also offers opportunities to discover local flavors and recommendations that reflect Chișinău's growing culinary scene, making it an ideal introduction to the capital for first-time visitors.

Ukraine's recovery is expected to become one of the largest reconstruction and investment efforts in Europe over the coming decade. Yet one of the key questions for international investors remains: what role can neighboring countries play in creating value throughout this process?

Earlier this year, AmCham Moldova, in partnership with Invest Moldova Agency, supported by Ukraine-Moldova American Enterprise Fund (UMAEF) and United Nations Population Fund UNFPA, launched the study "Moldova as a Partner in Ukraine's Recovery" by Kyiv School of Economics.

The study identifies more than USD 590 million in investment opportunities across Ukraine's neighboring regions and demonstrates how Moldova can position itself as a regional platform for investment, manufacturing, logistics and business services supporting Ukraine's recovery.

Following its successful launch, AmCham Moldova will bring the study to an international audience as part of Moldova Business Week 2026, offering foreign investors, business delegations and development partners valuable insights into Moldova's competitive advantages and the practical opportunities arising from Ukraine's recovery.

Beyond presenting the study's key findings across sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, infrastructure, energy, agriculture, healthcare and professional services, the event will bring together its authors and business leaders to discuss how companies can translate these opportunities into concrete partnerships, investments and participation in regional reconstruction value chains. Through real business perspectives and practical examples, the discussion will explore how Moldova can strengthen its role as a trusted partner in one of Europe's most significant economic transformation initiatives.

Organized within the framework of Moldova Business Week 2026, the Forum will bring together executives from international and local companies operating in the Global Business Services (GBS), Shared Services Centers (SSC), Global Capability Centers (GCC), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), IT, and Digital Services sectors, alongside representatives of the Government of the Republic of Moldova, investors, international organizations, development partners, and academia.

The Forum aims to become the country's leading platform for dialogue between investors, the private sector, and public authorities on the development of the Global Business Services industry and the strengthening of the Republic of Moldova's position on the international investment landscape.

The main topics to be addressed during the Forum include:

- The Republic of Moldova's competitiveness as an investment destination for Global Business Services;

- Global trends shaping the future of the GBS industry;

- The development of Global Capability Centers (GCCs), Shared Services Centers (SSCs), and Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) operations;

- Digital transformation and the integration of artificial intelligence into business operations;

- Human capital development and the skills required for the future workforce;

- Collaboration between the private sector, educational institutions, and public authorities.

A distinctive feature of the 2026 edition will be the online participation of internationally recognized executives and industry experts from global companies and the ABSL International network, who will share insights, emerging trends, and best practices on the development of the global Business Services industry.

The Forum will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, best practice presentations, and networking sessions designed for investors, business leaders, and representatives of the public sector.

The session will bring together public authorities and the business community, providing a platform for dialogue on the development trends and future prospects of the Republic of Moldova’s industry. The discussions will focus on industrial policies, business support mechanisms, human capital development, and the solutions required to enhance the competitiveness of the industrial sector in the context of European integration.

A study visit to DRÄXLMAIER Cahul, open to representatives of the automotive and manufacturing sectors, entrepreneurs, investors, business support organisations, and the general public.

The purpose of the event is to showcase the company’s advanced manufacturing capabilities, production processes, quality management standards, innovation practices, and experience as part of the global automotive supply chain. The visit will also highlight DRÄXLMAIER’s successful investment journey in the Republic of Moldova, with the Cahul facility representing the company’s third manufacturing site in the country—an example of a long-term, successful foreign investment contributing to regional economic development.

Participants will gain insights into the main stages of automotive components manufacturing, modern production technologies, quality assurance procedures, workforce development practices, and opportunities for cooperation within the automotive industry. The programme will include a company presentation, a guided tour of the production facilities, demonstrations of key manufacturing processes, and a Q&A session with company representatives.

A study visit to Holcim (Rezina plant), open to representatives of the construction materials, manufacturing and infrastructure sectors, entrepreneurs, investors, business support organisations, and the general public.

The purpose of the event is to showcase the company’s cement production capabilities, advanced manufacturing processes, quality management systems, and commitment to innovation and sustainable industrial practices. The visit will provide insights into the role of modern cement production in supporting infrastructure development and the construction sector. The event will also feature the presentation of the "Construction Materials and Engineering Services Market in Moldova" study, highlighting key market trends, opportunities, and the sector’s investment potential.

Participants will learn about the main stages of cement manufacturing, raw material processing, quality assurance procedures, environmental and occupational safety standards, and sustainability initiatives implemented in the production process. The programme will include a company presentation, the presentation of the "Construction Materials and Engineering Services Market in Moldova" study, a guided tour of the production facilities, demonstrations of key production processes, and a Q&A session with company representatives.

The event marks the official launch of the Moldova Innovation Fund, a dedicated financing instrument designed to support the development of the startup ecosystem in the Republic of Moldova. Operated by the Moldova Innovation Technology Park (MITP) and funded by the EU4Innovation East project, the Fund will run over a period of 24 months, with a total budget of over EUR 1 million. The central objective of the event is to publicly present the Fund, its mission, funding structure and intended impact, and to mark the official opening of the first funding call, the first of four planned funding rounds.

Themes and key topics:
- The role of the Moldova Innovation Fund in strengthening the national innovation ecosystem;
- Supporting technological innovation and digital entrepreneurship at national level;
- The Fund's financing structure (pre-seed and seed grants) and access criteria;
- The partnership between MITP and EU4Innovation East, and the role of EU funding;
- Positioning the Republic of Moldova as an emerging regional hub for digital innovation.

Key points of interest for participants:
- The first official public presentation of the Fund and its funding conditions.
- The official opening of the first application call, direct information on deadlines, eligibility and process.
- Networking opportunities with public authorities, European partners, investors and key innovation ecosystem stakeholders.
- Relevant context for startups, tech entrepreneurs and organisations active in digital innovation.

This event is co-organized by the regional project EU4Innovation East, funded by the European Union, co-funded by the French Government and implemented by Expertise France.