Moldova joins Single European Payments Area
Central bank hails “historic decision” that it says will save citizens €12 million annually
Moldova has joined the Single European Payments Area (Sepa).
In a statement announcing the decision on March 6, the National Bank of Moldova’s governor, Anca Dragu, said accession to Sepa was a “clear demonstration” of the country’s commitment to “aligning with the highest European financial standards”.
“This achievement will provide Moldovan citizens and businesses with access to a faster, more secure, and cost-effective payment system,” Dragu said. She added that it would also help the country’s
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