Digital Economy: Development Prospects in the European Union and the Republic of Moldova

Abstract

This article focuses on issues related to digital economy. The European Union adopted and implements „Digital Agenda for Europe” constantly adjusting its priorities to the new circumstances. The government of the Republic of Moldova approved the National Strategy for Information Society Development “Digital Moldova 2020” which aim is to create conditions through minimum state intervention but with maximum effect for information society development. National Strategy for Information Society Development will lead to the following measurable results: ranking the Republic of Moldova among top 50 countries in the international rankings in digital technologies.