The National Bank of Moldova reported that Governor Anca Dragu met with members of the Romanian Parliament’s European affairs committees to strengthen bilateral dialogue on Moldova’s European integration and to review the central bank’s progress in aligning with European Union standards. Discussions focused on EU accession pillars relevant to the central bank’s remit, including free movement of capital, financial services, and economic and monetary policy. The release highlighted the integration of Moldova’s financial infrastructure into European payment systems, citing Moldova’s accession to the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) on 6 March 2025 under the National Bank of Moldova’s coordination. It also noted Romania’s support, including from the National Bank of Romania and through technical assistance instruments such as Twinning and TAIEX, and reiterated the National Bank of Moldova’s objective of obtaining European Banking Authority recognition of prudential equivalence, referencing an initial assessment stage in December 2025 that identified significant progress in aligning banking regulation and supervision. Romanian officials reaffirmed their commitment to support Moldova’s EU integration, while the National Bank of Moldova indicated it will continue reforms linked to financial-sector alignment with EU standards.
National Bank of Moldova 2026-03-13
National Bank of Moldova briefs Romanian Parliament delegation on EU-alignment, SEPA accession and EBA prudential equivalence review
The National Bank of Moldova reported on Governor Anca Dragu's meeting with Romanian Parliament members to enhance dialogue on Moldova’s EU integration and review alignment with EU standards. Discussions included Moldova's accession to the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) and pursuit of European Banking Authority recognition of prudential equivalence. Romania's support, including technical assistance, was emphasized, with both parties committed to ongoing financial-sector reforms.