The economic potential of Gagauzia, established in the development strategy until 2022

On April 6, experts from IDIS “Viitorul” presented the Socio-Economic Development Strategy of Gagauzia (SDSEG) 2017-2022. In preparing the document, with the support of the authorities from Gagauzia and the Executive Committee meetings, discussion panels and workshops on areas were organized and businessmen were interviewed. This activity is carried out with the financial assistance of the European Union within the program "Support to agriculture and rural development in Gagauzia and Taraclia" (SARD), implemented by the United Nations Development Program through IDIS “Viitorul”.

IDIS Viitorul expert, Viorel Chivriga said that the document is a reform agenda for Gagauzia and the objective is to make changes in the social, economic and political field. The document contains suggestions for developing the key areas while the authorities are interested in the prosperity of the region and raising the living standards of citizens. Is a signal to foreign business that the Gagauzia is an interesting area, which in recent years has shown good results.

The document aims to create jobs, attract foreign investment, economic development and raising the living standards of citizens.

"The strategy is developed in close cooperation with the authorities in Comrat. It is a complex document and covers important areas for the development of Gagauzia and increase the welfare of citizens in the region for the period 2017-2022. Five groups of experts on well-defined areas participated in the design of the strategy. The analysis was discussed at 12 thematic meetings of thematic and the strategy itself – at about eight events with the participation of authorities from Comrat. The Socio-Economic Development Strategy of Gagauzia includes: vision, the mission of the SDSEG, priorities, actions to be taken and the action plan", said Liubomir Chiriac, vice director IDIS “Viitorul”.

The document was developed over a period of five years and focuses on: sustainable use of natural resources, human resources, and social sector development, ensuring sustainable economic growth in the region, territorial branding and promoting the image of Gagauzia nationally and internationally.

The document was developed for a period of five years and focuses on: sustainable use of natural resources, human resources and social sector development, ensuring sustainable economic growth in the region, territorial branding and promoting the image of Gagauzia.

For more details, please contact the Public Relations Coordinator of IDIS "Viitorul", Victor Ursu - 069 017 396 or e-mail ursu.victoor@gmail.com