The National Bank of Moldova published a transcript of episode 4 of its “Sensul banilor” financial education podcast featuring Governor Anca Dragu and Octavian Schen, Director General of the Romanian State Mint. In the discussion, the Governor highlighted that the central bank has begun selling commemorative coins directly to the public from 2 December, alongside broader remarks on currency security and the balance between cash and cashless payments. The transcript indicates the direct sales channel was enabled by a legislative change intended to clarify that the National Bank of Moldova can both issue and sell commemorative coins; purchases can be made from the central bank (including via online registration on its website) and via commercial banks. The episode also described a long-running cooperation with the Romanian State Mint of more than 30 years, with around 100 joint coin issues, and covered technical security features used in coin production. On digital engagement, the Governor referenced the use of QR codes on commemorative coins and work on an application to provide expanded information on each issue, and promoted the MIA Instant Payments platform launched in March, noting more than 400,000 users. The Governor indicated the commemorative-coin application is expected to be ready within a few months, subject to development and production timelines.
National Bank of Moldova 2025-01-27
National Bank of Moldova highlights direct sales of commemorative coins from 2 December in Sensul banilor podcast
In episode 4 of the “Sensul banilor” podcast, National Bank of Moldova Governor Anca Dragu discussed the direct sale of commemorative coins to the public, enabled by recent legislative changes. The episode also highlighted the bank's collaboration with the Romanian State Mint, technical security features of coins, and digital initiatives like QR codes and the MIA Instant Payments platform. The Governor noted the upcoming launch of a commemorative-coin application to enhance digital engagement.