Moldova adopts euro as reference currency

Simona Mazzeo
Credit: REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration

Chișinău (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Moldova switched its official exchange rate reference from the dollar to the euro, boosting economic ties with the European Union.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu said on 2 Jan 2025 that the country changed to using the euro from the dollar as the reference currency for the official exchange rate of the Moldovan lei.

“With over 60% of our trade and 70% of remittances in euro, the move supports our economic relations with the EU, bringing more stability and predictability for all Moldovans,”

Sandu expressed on X.

Moldova’s National Bank, in a statement issued on Nov. 15, stated that the switch from using the U.S. dollar mirrored Moldova’s economic growth towards the European Union market and would lower fluctuations in the exchange rate. The adoption of the Euro implies increasing economic relations with the EU as it becomes its largest trading partner, taking about 58% of its exports and nearly 44% of its imports. 

Through her presidency, Moldova earned candidate status in the European Union in June 2022, a real landmark of integrating the country from a European perspective. This status was bolstered by ongoing accession negotiations that began in July 2024, signalling a clear path towards EU membership.

Sandu has always been an advocate for the alignment of Moldova with EU standards and values. In recent elections, she stressed that a constitutional commitment to EU integration should be ensured, which voters narrowly approved in a referendum conducted simultaneously with the presidential elections in October 2024. The referendum passed with around 50.38% support, showing public support for EU aspirations but also the controversial political climate surrounding these issues.

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Simona Mazzeo is a journalist at Brussels Morning News. She is covering European Parliament, European Council, European Commission & Italy News. She is a law graduate and lawyer residing in Agropoli, has carved out a multifaceted career dedicated to justice and social advocacy. She actively serves as a delegated councilor for the Equal Opportunities Committee of the Bar Association of Vallo della Lucania, championing fair and equal representation within the legal system. Recognized for her expertise and empathy, Simona is qualified for registration in the list of Special Curators of minors in civil and criminal matters at the Court of Vallo della Lucania, ensuring the rights and interests of vulnerable children are protected throughout legal proceedings. Beyond her legal practice, Simona demonstrates a strong commitment to social causes. She is a founding member of the Free Lawyer Movement, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing legal assistance to those who cannot afford it. Additionally, she leverages her knowledge and passion for social justice as a non-professional journalist, contributing insightful and informative pieces on relevant legal and societal issues. Through her diverse endeavors, Simona Mazzeo exemplifies dedication to legal excellence, social responsibility, and a fervent belief in equal access to justice for all.
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