The EU is supporting SMEs through 100+ projects in the Eastern Partnership region

Subscriptions in the Green for Growth fund, specialized in support to advance energy efficientcy in EaP region though investing in local lending institutions.

The EU TUMO Convergence Center for Engineering and Applied Science is an advanced STEM hub in Yerevan, Armenia, designed for university students and young professionals. It serves as a nexus for research, education, and startup activities, bridging the gap between academia and industry locally and internationally.

SMEs receiving loans through this program can access counseling services to improve their technical and managerial skills and acquire market knowledge. An international team of experts and engineers offers technical assistance to SMEs investing in new machinery and technology to align with EU Directives.

In Phase II of the SME Finance Facility, the focus is on promoting local currency lending, especially for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) that do not earn foreign currency and face challenges with high borrowing expenses.

Phase II of the SME Finance Facility focuses on promoting local currency lending, particularly for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). These enterprises do not earn foreign currency and struggle with the high borrowing costs.

The DCFTA Initiative East aims to bolster economic development in EaP countries by providing targeted financial and technical support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

The EU4Business-EBRD Credit Line provides loans and grants to support various projects aimed at enhancing the competitiveness and capabilities of SMEs, both within the EU and in their domestic markets.

Through this program and its centers, Ukrainian SMEs receive business advisory services from local or international consultants, along with training and workshops to boost their growth and export capabilities.