The Moldova Future Technologies Activity (FTA) funded by USAID, Sweden, and the UK builds upon 15 years of work in economic competitiveness by connecting local innovative sectors to global markets.
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Uzbekistan’s agribusinesses depend on stronger market systems.
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Economic opportunities are cropping up for agricultural businesses in rural Ukraine.
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When economically empowered, women reinvest in their communities — leading to greater self-reliance, prosperity, and food security. To support these outcomes, the development community should adopt high-impact initiatives for female entrepreneurs in the agriculture sector.
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Through a broad-based economy and the ability to compete in international markets, Ukraine is on a path to increased economic power and political independence.
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At a Moldovan shoe manufacturing plant, investments in modern production equipment lead to reduced waste and shorter production times, and increased salaries for some of the country’s most vulnerable workers.
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Moldovan women, working within light industry factories, possess the opportunity for better salaries, safer working conditions, and enhanced productivity due to the USAID- and Sweden-funded Moldova Competitiveness Project SMART program.
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RiDiager, a clothing manufacturer in the Gagauzia Autonomy, upgraded its facilities, opened new factories and created jobs for rural women with support from the Moldova Competitiveness Project. As a result, the owner has staff loyalty and an expansion in specialized production lines.
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By focusing on economic development in rural communities, Georgia was able to reduce poverty levels and improve food security for thousands of people.
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Moldova’s agriculture sector has a promising future, but to become more competitive and achieve its full potential, the country needs systematic support.
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Key industries in Moldova, including textiles, information and technology, and wine, have grown more competitive, allowing Moldovan enterprises to better position themselves in markets at home and abroad.
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Kosovo is investing in its business environment to enhance the private sector and create employment opportunities across the country.
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