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Peste 60 de femei antreprenoare de pe ambele maluri ale Nistrului și-au consolidat competențele de export
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Over 60 women entrepreneurs from both banks of the Nistru River strengthened their export capacities

In June 2025, more than 60 women entrepreneurs from both banks of the Nistru River took part in the six-day educational programme “RE:Start – Export School for…

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Uniunea Europeană și PNUD donează zece microbuze moderne școlilor din Republica Moldova
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The European Union and UNDP donate ten modern minibuses to Moldovan schools

Ten schools in Moldova will begin the next school year with new, modern, and safe minibuses. The European Union enabled the purchase of the minibuses through the…

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Femeile din zonele rurale vor deveni mai reziliente la schimbările climatice, cu sprijinul Canadei, UN Women și PNUD
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Rural women will become more resilient to climate change with support from Canada, UN Women, and UNDP

The Republic of Moldova will strengthen its resilience to climate change through improved management of forests and pastures, as well as by empowering rural…

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15 inițiative de antreprenoriat social din stânga Nistrului beneficiază de sprijin pentru dezvoltare
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15 social entrepreneurship initiatives from the left bank of the Nistru River receive support for development

Fifteen social entrepreneurship initiatives from the left bank of the Nistru River will receive technical and financial assistance totaling US$105,000 to procure…

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The Green Transition of the Republic of Moldova: A Driver of European Integration and Sustainable Growth
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European Union and UNDP support Moldova’s transition to a green and circular economy

Aligning Moldova’s economic development with key sustainability principles and the transition from a linear to a circular economy - these are the flagship topics…

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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 chicken farm from the left bank of the Nistru River gets a modern makeover
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A chicken farm from the left bank of the Nistru River gets a modern makeover

Iurie Flerciuc, a chicken farmer from the left bank of the Nistru, had a dream: to double the number of birds he raised. To do this, Iurie needed additional…

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A family poses outdoors, with a man holding a girl in a yellow hat and a woman holding a boy.
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The warmth of solidarity: How Moldova’s energy compensation programme supported every second household

For the third year in a row, Moldova’s “Ajutor la contor” (energy compensation programme) delivered more than just money—it provided warmth, safety, and a…

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Ungheni - poarta spre Europa
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Ungheni - the gateway to Europe

The Ungheni region is becoming increasingly prominent on the tourist map of the Republic of Moldova. “Crama Mircești”, “Plaiul Fagului” Nature Reserve, and…

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A hairdresser cuts a young boy's hair in a bright salon, with mirrors reflecting the scene.
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Several businesses in Cahul are providing development opportunities for the community and vulnerable groups

Ten social entrepreneurship initiatives in Cahul municipality are contributing to social inclusion and community development in areas such as digital education,…

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“Held back by fear, freed by justice” One woman’s journey to escape violence

In Republic of Moldova, thousands of women silently endure painful experiences of physical, emotional, psychological, financial, or digital violence. Last year,…

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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

40

%

Parliamentary seats held by women

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