This report provides a comprehensive assessment of the status of SME policy development and implementation in the Republic of Moldova. In order to facilitate international comparison, it reviews the various aspects of SME policy according to the set of principles defined by the Small Business Act of the EU. The objective of this report is to define the key policy priorities for the next two years (2011-13) and to propose an indicative plan of action for the consideration of the Government of the Republic of Moldova and the SME policy community.