The EU-Moldova Action Plan is a political document laying out the strategic objectives of the cooperation between Moldova and the EU. It covers a timeframe of three years. Its implementation helps to fulfil the provisions in the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA) and encourages and supports Moldova’s objective of further integration into European economic and social structures. Implementation of the Action Plan contributes to significantly advancing the approximation of Moldovan legislation, norms and standards to those of the European Union. In this context, it helps build solid foundations for further economic integration based on the adoption and implementation of economic and trade-related rules and regulations with the potential to enhance trade, investment and growth. It furthermore helps to devise and implement policies and measures to promote economic growth and social cohesion, to reduce poverty and to protect the environment, thereby contributing to the long-term objective of sustainable development.