AmCham Moldova Submits Recommendations to Improve Moldova’s Investment Screening Framework

AmCham Moldova Submits Recommendations to Improve Moldova’s Investment Screening Framework

• 09.11.2026

AmCham Moldova has developed and submitted to the relevant public authorities the report “Screening of Investments of Importance to State Security in the Republic of Moldova: Analysis of the Legal Framework and Recommendations for Improving the Mechanism.”

The report builds on AmCham Moldova’s continued dialogue with public authorities and the business community on the implementation of the national investment screening mechanism.

The document examines the legal framework and administrative procedures, proposing improvements aimed at safeguarding state security while ensuring a clear, proportionate, and predictable process for investors. Key recommendations include:

• Clarifying the scope of screening and the activities subject to prior approval;

• Improving procedural predictability, timelines, and safeguards for investors;

• Strengthening risk assessment and the use of proportionate mitigation measures;

• Simplifying documentation requirements and facilitating electronic submissions;

• Developing practical guidance and tools for consistent implementation.

The report considers alignment with the EU investment screening framework and identifies operational improvements that could be pursued alongside legislative reform.

This work is complemented by the memorandum of cooperation signed between AmCham Moldova and the Public Services Agency on October 21, 2026. AmCham Moldova remains engaged in discussing the recommendations with the competent authorities and supporting improvements to the investment screening framework.

The report was developed by AmCham Moldova with support from the Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE), whose mission is to strengthen democracy around the globe through private enterprise and market-oriented reform. The views expressed in the report represent the opinions of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of CIPE or its staff.

For more information, please contact Victor Baciu at victorbaciu@amcham.md.