https://irek.ase.md:443/xmlui/handle/123456789/32 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:22:29 GMT 2026-06-06T16:22:29Z https://irek.ase.md:443/xmlui/handle/123456789/5019 Integrated Input-Output Modelling for Economic Convergence and Investment Impact Assessment: a Structural Forecasting Framework for the Republic of Moldova Tataru, Andrian; Pârțachi, Ion The paper develops an integrated macroeconomic modelling framework designed to strengthen the analytical and forecasting capacity of economic governance in the Republic of Moldova. Based on the reconstruction and extension of Supply-Use and Input-Output Tables (SUT/IOT), the study establishes a structural and methodological foundation for aligning Moldova’s national accounts with the standards of the European System of Accounts (ESA 2010) and the System of National Accounts (SNA 2008). By combining SUT/IOT reconstruction with econometric modelling, the research demonstrates how structural consistency enhances both macroeconomic forecasting and policy evaluation. The model incorporates data for 2005-2023 and captures the dynamic interactions between output, investment, trade, and fiscal aggregates. Through scenario analysis, it assesses how policy shocks and investment programs, particularly those financed through European funds, affect growth, employment, and intersectoral linkages. The results show that the restoration of Moldova’s input–output framework can significantly improve the evidence base for national and European policy coordination, while offering a practical instrument for monitoring convergence and investment efficiency. The study concludes that institutional modernization and digital integration of such models are key prerequisites for sustainable development and effective absorption of European resources. UDC: 330.44+330.322.54+330.101.541:338.27(478); JEL: D57, C68, E01, F15, O47, H54 TATARU, Andrian and Ion PÂRȚACHI. Integrated Input-Output Modelling for Economic Convergence and Investment Impact Assessment: a Structural Forecasting Framework for the Republic of Moldova. Online. In: Modern Finance from the Perspective of Sustainability of National Economies: International Conference: Proceedings, November 28-29, 2025. Chişinău: [S. n.], 2026 (SEP ASEM), pp. 259-265. ISBN 978-9975-182-15-7 (PDF). Disponibil: https://doi.org/10.53486/mfsne2025.30 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://irek.ase.md:443/xmlui/handle/123456789/5019 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z https://irek.ase.md:443/xmlui/handle/123456789/5018 Unlocking European Funds for Sustainable Energy and Responsible Decommissioning in the Republic of Moldova Zaharia, Cornelia The renewable energy sector in the Republic of Moldova has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by geopolitical challenges and the country’s commitment to European integration. This paper aims to analyze the role of European funds and international support in accelerating the transition toward sustainable energy, while also emphasizing the importance of responsible decommissioning practices. The research is based on the analysis of official reports, legislative frameworks, and international best practices. The findings highlight that while Moldova has made substantial progress in increasing renewable energy capacity, there is a growing need to integrate environmental impact assessments and financial provisions for dismantling infrastructure. The study concludes that aligning national policies with European Union standards will ensure both sustainable growth and long-term environmental protection. UDC: 339.727.22:620.97(478); JEL: Q42, Q48, H54, F36 ZAHARIA, Cornelia. Unlocking European Funds for Sustainable Energy and Responsible Decommissioning in the Republic of Moldova. Online. In: Modern Finance from the Perspective of Sustainability of National Economies: International Conference: Proceedings, November 28-29, 2025. Chişinău: [S. n.], 2026 (SEP ASEM), pp. 255-258. ISBN 978-9975-182-15-7 (PDF). Disponibil: https://doi.org/10.53486/mfsne2025.29 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://irek.ase.md:443/xmlui/handle/123456789/5018 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z https://irek.ase.md:443/xmlui/handle/123456789/5017 Regional Disparities and Sustainable Development in Romania: Insights from EU Funds Absorption Data 2021-2027 Sidor, Vanesa-Luisa; Cilan, Teodor Florin; Bilti, Raluca Simina The absorption of European funds by a state, respectively by its regions, represents a means of real support for sustainable development. However, regions, most of the time, fail to have even a similar absorption, which implicitly leads to disparities between them and to the uneven development of a state. Nevertheless, the role of such funds is in fact very closely linked to the idea of supporting balanced sustainable development. Thus, given the current context, in which sustainability is becoming a genuine concern for states, the issue of economic sustainability is frequently being encountered. In light of these considerations, the article aims to analyze the absorption of European funds in relation to the situation of sustainability indicators at the regional level in Romania. For these reasons, the main purpose of this research is to highlight regional differences and their trends from the perspective of sustainability and funds. Therefore, the study methodology will be shaped around official statistical data, whose interpretation and correlation will allow an understanding of the real situation in Romania, thereby identifying interregional gaps. Finally, the research conducted in the article will provide a relevant perspective on the situation in Romania, with the results aiming to make a significant contribution to the field of study through their relevance and importance. UDC: [332.13:339.96]:338.1(498); JEL: E60, Q01, Q56, R10, R11, R13, R58 SIDOR, Vanesa-Luisa; Teodor-Florin CILAN and Raluca-Simina BILTI. Regional Disparities and Sustainable Development in Romania: Insights from EU Funds Absorption Data 2021-2027. Online. In: Modern Finance from the Perspective of Sustainability of National Economies: International Conference: Proceedings, November 28-29, 2025. Chişinău: [S. n.], 2026 (SEP ASEM), pp. 247-254. ISBN 978-9975-182-15-7 (PDF). Disponibil: https://doi.org/10.53486/mfsne2025.28 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://irek.ase.md:443/xmlui/handle/123456789/5017 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z https://irek.ase.md:443/xmlui/handle/123456789/5016 Remittances Versus Foreign Direct Investment: a Comparative Analysis of the Impact on Economic Growth in Remittance-Dependent Countries (2005–2024) Öhmt, Briana This article analyzes the comparative impact of remittances and foreign direct investment (FDI) on economic growth in economies highly dependent on external financial inflows. Although both FDI and remittances contribute to development, they operate through distinct mechanisms: remittances primarily enhance household consumption and welfare, while foreign direct investment stimulates productive capacity, innovation, and structural transformation. The study aims to determine whether these financial flows act as substitutes or complements in promoting sustainable growth and how their effects differ across developing economies. The research focuses on the evolution of ten countries with a high remittance to GDP ratio over the period 2005–2024, using World Bank data: Tajikistan, Lebanon, Samoa, Nepal, Gambia, Nicaragua, Honduras, Lesotho, El Salvador, and Haiti. These countries were selected based on the most recent World Bank data on the share of remittances in gross domestic product for the year 2024. To identify the determinants of GDP growth, econometric estimations were performed using three distinct models: Pooled Ordinary Least Squares, Fixed Effects and Random Effects. The dependent variable was GDP growth rate, while the explanatory variables included remittances, foreign direct investment, exports, final consumption expenditure and gross capital formation, each expressed as a proportion of GDP, along with the logarithm of the exchange rate. Interpolation was used to address missing data and the exchange rate variable was log transformed to facilitate coefficient interpretation. Diagnostic tests, including the Breusch–Pagan and Hausman tests, identified the random effects model as the most appropriate specification, combining consistency and efficiency. The results indicate that foreign direct investment, final consumption expenditure, and gross capital formation have significant positive effects on economic growth, while remittances exert a positive but less stable influence. These findings suggest that remittances support short term stability, whereas foreign direct investment promotes long term productivity and transformation. The study concludes that both financial flows are complementary and, when supported by coherent policies, can reinforce each other to foster inclusive and sustainable growth in remittance dependent economies. UDC: [336.717.1+339.727.22]:330.354; JEL: F21, F24, O47, C33 ÖHMT, Briana. Remittances Versus Foreign Direct Investment: a Comparative Analysis of the Impact on Economic Growth in Remittance-Dependent Countries (2005–2024). Online. In: Modern Finance from the Perspective of Sustainability of National Economies: International Conference: Proceedings, November 28-29, 2025. Chişinău: [S. n.], 2026 (SEP ASEM), pp. 228-246. ISBN 978-9975-182-15-7 (PDF). Disponibil: https://doi.org/10.53486/mfsne2025.27 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://irek.ase.md:443/xmlui/handle/123456789/5016 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z