The WiFi4MD initiative was launched during a meeting of the High-Level Platform on Digital Connectivity and aims to establish free access points to high-quality internet in public spaces outside the capital. In total, plans call for installing free Wi-Fi in at least 30 localities across Moldova, and 1 million euros has been allocated for the project. Specifically, Wi-Fi is planned to be installed in public squares, libraries, cultural centers, schools, hospitals, and administrative buildings, with priority given to communities and areas with limited access to public internet. Residents, schoolchildren and college students, entrepreneurs, freelancers, local businesses, and visitors will be able to use the free internet service. Under the WiFi4MD program, funding will cover the purchase and installation of equipment; technical assessments and the design of Wi-Fi zone solutions; network setup and security; as well as commissioning and maintenance. Each local government may submit only one application—for a single target settlement (village, commune, town, or municipality)—and propose up to five locations within it. The application must describe the public spaces that need free Wi-Fi, and the proposed locations must be listed in order of priority. The WiFi4MD initiative aims to reduce barriers to digital participation and ensure internet access for citizens and local communities. It is being implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization as part of the EU4Innovation East regional project. The project is funded by the EU, co-funded by the French government, and implemented by Expertise France. Detailed information and application forms are available at eu4innovationeast.eu/wifi4md. // 11.11.2026 - InfoMarket.