€10 million grant to support Moldova's fight against HIV and TB
The government will receive a non-refundable grant of 10 million euros to support programs aimed at preventing and controlling HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections, and tuberculosis. This funding will cover the costs associated with prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care for affected individuals on both sides of the Nistru.
The financial resources will be provided by the Global Fund to Fight HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria for the implementation of national programs from 2027 to 2029. Of the total amount, 4.5 million euros will be allocated to tuberculosis initiatives and 5.5 million euros to HIV programs.
Additionally, the Ministry of Health will approve transition plans for the national response to HIV and tuberculosis during this period. These plans will outline the necessary measures to ensure continuity of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care services, while strengthening the sustainability of national programs amid the gradual reduction in external funding.
Minister of Health Alexandru Gasnaș stated during a working meeting on July 23 that the Republic of Moldova's achievements in tackling tuberculosis and HIV are largely due to the support of the Global Fund. Since 2002, the Fund has played a crucial role in developing and strengthening these programs in our country.
He also emphasized the importance of transitioning to state budget financing for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment services for tuberculosis and HIV, which have been funded by the Global Fund thus far. This transition is essential to guarantee the continuity and sustainability of these vital services.
In the Republic of Moldova, HIV testing and treatment are provided free of charge and with confidentiality. In 2025, more than 7,300 individuals from high-risk groups accessed HIV prevention services.
Currently, approximately 17,000 people are living with HIV in the country. The National Public Health Agency reports that, due to improved access to treatment and care services, AIDS-related deaths significantly decreased from 338 in 2020 to 241 in 2024.
According to the Ministry of Health, tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant public health challenge in the Republic of Moldova, particularly affecting vulnerable populations.
In 2025, there were 1,734 new cases and relapses of tuberculosis reported, resulting in an incidence rate of 60.7 cases per 100,000 people—a 10.2% decrease compared to 2024.
Mortality from tuberculosis also continued to decline, dropping to 4.3 cases per 100,000 people (124 cases total), which represents a reduction of over 57% compared to 2015.
In children, 117 new cases of tuberculosis were registered in 2025, corresponding to an incidence of 20.2 cases per 100,000 people, reflecting a decrease from the previous year.
