India and Moldova Expand Cooperation Across Key Sectors

India and Moldova hold their third Foreign Office Consultations to expand cooperation in energy, agriculture, connectivity, education and capacity building, with the next meeting planned in Chisinau.

India and Moldova have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in energy, agriculture, connectivity and capacity building during the third round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC), held in New Delhi on November 11, 2026. The discussions covered opportunities to expand economic engagement, educational exchanges and institutional partnerships while reviewing developments across their bilateral relationship.

The Indian delegation was led by Ambassador Sibi George, Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), while the Moldovan delegation was headed by Corina Calugaru, State Secretary in Moldova's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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During the consultations, both sides reviewed the full range of bilateral relations, including political, economic, educational, cultural and consular cooperation, as well as people-to-people exchanges. They identified energy, agriculture, connectivity and capacity building as priority areas for further engagement. The delegations also exchanged views on regional and global developments of mutual interest and explored opportunities to strengthen coordination in multilateral forums.

The discussions build on the growing diplomatic and economic engagement between the two countries. A significant milestone came in July 2026, when Indian President Droupadi Murmu undertook the first-ever presidential visit from India to Moldova. During the visit, she held bilateral talks with Moldovan President Maia Sandu and led delegation-level discussions on expanding cooperation across several strategic sectors.

The July engagement identified trade and investment, agriculture, logistics, infrastructure, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, renewable energy, Digital Public Infrastructure and artificial intelligence as important areas for collaboration. Both countries also discussed strengthening educational exchanges and institutional partnerships.

India announced its decision to double the number of International Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) training slots available to Moldovan professionals. The expanded opportunities include specialised training in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. Moldovan diplomats were also invited to participate in dedicated courses on artificial intelligence and cyber diplomacy at India's Foreign Service Institute.

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Economic engagement has also gained attention, with Moldova expressing interest in attracting Indian investments and expanding business connections. Discussions between the countries have included opportunities in trade, information technology, agriculture and industrial development, alongside efforts to strengthen supply chains and improve market access.

The latest consultations reflect continued efforts to translate the diplomatic momentum into practical cooperation. Both sides agreed to hold the fourth round of Foreign Office Consultations in Chisinau, Moldova, on mutually convenient dates.

Through sustained diplomatic engagement and cooperation across priority sectors, India and Moldova aim to expand economic opportunities, strengthen institutional links and develop a broader partnership.