How is Moldova perceived by international investors and what needs to change to unlock its full investment potential?
In this EastGate 2026 interview, in Iaşi, Romania, Alexandru Gozun, President of AmCham Moldova, shares the perspective of the international business community on Moldova as an investment destination and the country's evolving position within the European economic landscape.
The conversation explores what international companies are saying about investing and operating in Moldova today, as well as the key obstacles businesses continue to encounter when entering the market or expanding their operations.
Gozun also discusses the opportunities that could emerge from closer economic integration with Romania and the European Union, and what this could mean for Moldova's private sector, international competitiveness and ability to attract new investment.
The interview provides a business-led perspective on the reforms, conditions and cross-border partnerships that could help translate Moldova's European trajectory into tangible opportunities for companies and investors.
Topics discussed:
Moldova | Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) | International Business | EU Integration | RomaniaMoldova Cooperation | Investment Climate | Private Sector | Economic Development | Market Expansion
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