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Experiments, robots, and modern laboratories in nine model schools in Moldova, equipped with the financial support of the European Union

With the financial support from the European Union, students in nine model schools in the Republic of Moldova will study physics, chemistry, biology, and…

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Discuție despre raționalizarea cheltuielilor publice, iunie 2025
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Republic of Moldova institutionalizes spending reviews as a core public finance tool, with UNDP support

The Republic of Moldova advances its efforts to strengthening public finance management, following the institutionalization by the Parliament of the Republic of…

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The documentary "The Flower of Life" – a visual journey through the heritage on both banks of the Nistru River

The preview of the film "The Flower of Life" offered the audience more than just a cinema screening, it was journey to authenticity. The screening began with a…

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UE și PNUD lansează Programul de asistență și consiliere financiară pentru localități
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EU and UNDP launch a new Call for Interest: City Financial Advisory Programme

The EU-funded Mayors for Economic Growth (M4EG), implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is launching a new Call for Interest for the…

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Peste 80 de tineri din patru localități au învățat să gestioneze conflictele prin dialog și mediere
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Over 80 young people learned to manage conflicts through dialogue and mediation

Over 80 young people from both banks of the Nistru River, representing more than 12 localities, participated in a series of seminars held between October and…

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Our Mission

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) works in nearly 170 countries and territories, including the Republic of Moldova, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. UNDP is present in the country since 1992, covering two-thirds of the communities, including Găgăuzia region and left bank of Nistru.

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A carpentry shop, opened with the support of the EU and UNDP, brought a family back together

Ludmila Donica, a 50-year-old economist from the village of Mateuți, Rezina district, turned a family dream into a business with soul and a future. Inspired by…

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Actionable advocacy: Social cohesion, inclusion and partnership

An interview with Natalia Rezneac, Communication Officer at the Partnership for Development Center (CPD), Republic of Moldova

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Stronger together - home and abroad

An interview with Victoria Neaga, Advocacy Expert at the Institutum Virtutes Civilis, Republic of Moldova

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Tuzara strengthens its resilience to climate change with support from Sweden, Norway and UNDP

Tuzara commune is one of the localities in Călărași district that feels the impact of climate change most strongly. Located at a higher altitude than the…

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"When are we going to make robots?" Children's wishes inspire businesses

At just 11 years old, Alisa from Orhei already has big dreams—she wants to become the first woman astronaut from the Republic of Moldova or work on building…

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Analytical report. Analysis of Multidimensional Poverty in the Republic of Moldova in 2022

The document presents a comprehensive analysis of the various ways in which poverty impacts the Moldovan population across four key dimensions: health, education, living standards, and employment, detailed through 11 specific indicators.

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Study of plastic waste in the Republic of Moldova

This study is the first at national level and includes an extensive analysis of the current situation and priority areas of action to reduce plastic waste pollution, considering the increased vulnerability of the Republic of Moldova to the consequences of plastic pollution.

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Digital horizon: Moldova’s youth on the digital future they want to see, in their own words

The following study centres on young people’s outlook on digital transformation in Moldova and seeks to understand the digital needs and challenges which they encounter, as well as their grassroots vision for a better digital future.

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Assessment of the crime and justice statistics of the Republic of Moldova

The assessment aimed to review the current situation in the area of crime and justice statistics, focusing on the authorities involved in data collection, on their role and institutional capacity, on data and mechanisms, on existing systems.

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Moldova: overview

2.42

million

population

31.6

%

people living below the national poverty line

40.8

%

total employment rate

23

%

renewables in final energy consumption

0.785

HDI

Human Development Index

39.6%

%

Parliamentary seats held by women

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