Register for official opening of the new Inotek – EU Innovation Centre Cahul on 17 June

On 17 June, the official opening of the new Inotek – EU Innovation Centre Cahul will take place. 

It is the largest innovation and excellence technology hub in southern Moldova. Inotek aims to transform Cahul into a hub of innovation and digitalisation by providing the necessary infrastructure, knowledge, and organisational culture to empower people to create, learn, and grow right where they live. Over the next two years, with support from development partners, more than 4,000 students will benefit from STEM programmes, and over 1,000 adults and entrepreneurs will participate in training and community activities.

“The European Union invests where others often don’t – filling gaps caused by market failures and unlocking the true potential of regions like Cahul. This is a place rich in talent, fertile land, and authentic cultural heritage, with hardworking people and promising economic prospects, including still-untapped tourism,” EU Ambassador to Moldova Jānis Mažeiks said. “The new EU Innovation Centre – Inotek – is a cornerstone of our efforts to connect local potential with European opportunities, supporting innovation, education, and entrepreneurship in southern Moldova.”

The centre was established as part of the ‘EU4Moldova: Startup City Cahul’ project, with financial support from the European Union, in partnership with Sweden, the National Association of ICT Companies (ATIC), and the ‘Bogdan Petriceicu Hașdeu’ State University in Cahul. Other partners include the UMAEF Fund, the Government of Switzerland, UN Women, the Liechtenstein Development Service (LED), and the Cahul City Hall.

The official launch of the new Inotek will bring together representatives of the Government of the Republic of Moldova, the European Union, Sweden, development partners, local authorities, academia, the business community, and active members of the southern region. Participation is free, with prior registration required. You are invited to join by completing the registration form.

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