Moldova's EU path: Agriculture & food safety screening

The Moldovan Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry is preparing for bilateral meetings with the European Commission in September.

EU Commissioner: Moldova’s energy market to be “fully coupled” with EU by 2027

The European Union has consistently supported the Republic of Moldova in its efforts to enhance energy security and move forward with European integration. This was stated by Dan Jørgensen, the European Commissioner for Energy and Housing, during the sixth high-level meeting of the Republic of Moldova - European Union Energy Dialogue. According to Commissioner Jørgensen, Moldova has made significant progress in reducing its reliance on Russian gas and is working towards integrating into the community bloc's energy market, which could potentially occur by 2027.

The Republic of Moldova boosts energy security ahead of next cold season

The Republic of Moldova is taking steps to enhance its energy security for the upcoming cold season. The Joint Stock Company "Energocom" plans to secure a loan of 400 million euros from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to ensure a stable supply of natural gas in the country. This decision was approved by the Cabinet of Ministers on June 5. The loan will have a duration of five years and will be guaranteed by the Government, which will exempt the company from a risk commission estimated at 64 million euros.

Government and partners offer business development grants

Eighty companies from the Republic of Moldova were awarded grants totalling approximately 22 million lei, which will lead to investments exceeding 42 million lei in the economy. These funds will be used to purchase high-performance equipment and to digitize work processes. As a result, businesses will become more competitive, and new, well-paying jobs will be created. The financial support is provided by the Government and the European Union through the Organization for the Development of Entrepreneurship (ODA).

The Republic of Moldova imported over 70% of May's energy

In May, SA Energocom acquired approximately 318 thousand MWh of electricity from both domestic and foreign sources at a weighted average price of €106.60 per MWh. Around 72% of this energy was imported, while just over 27% was sourced from domestic producers.

Business representatives from seven countries visited Moldova to explore its tourism potential

Fourteen business representatives and Chambers of Commerce from seven countries—Bosnia and Herzegovina, Italy, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia, and Ukraine—recently gathered at an international conference in the Republic of Moldova. The conference's focus was to explore Moldova's tourism potential, particularly rural tourism. These representatives were drawn to the idea of investing in rural tourism, a sector that holds significant promise but remains relatively unknown compared to other forms of tourism.

Ambassador: Moldova–Belgium political ties reach historic high, but economic challenges remain

The political relations between the Republic of Moldova and Belgium are stronger than ever, according to Viorel Cibotaru, the Moldovan Ambassador to Brussels. He noted that the new Belgian government remains committed to supporting Moldova's European aspirations and enhancing bilateral relations.

Green future: Moldova secures investments for energy modernization

Renewable energy sources account for nearly 30 percent of electricity consumption in the Republic of Moldova. While this is encouraging, there is a significant challenge: during periods of peak sunlight, energy production exceeds what the current grid can manage. To address this issue, large battery systems and grid expansion are necessary. Energy officials are looking to attract private investment to diversify the energy mix, which could also include gas-fired power plants.

Energy Minister: "Vulcănești-Chișinău power line spans 120 kilometers"

Works on the Vulcănești-Chișinău high-voltage power line have extended over a distance of 120 kilometers, the line representing one of the most important strategic projects of the Republic of Moldova, in the context of ensuring the country's energy security, said the Minister of Energy, Dorin Junghietu, in a video recording on Facebook.

Vienna Economic Forum – Chișinău 2025: Moldova’s key investment areas

The Republic of Moldova presents promising opportunities for investments in several sectors, including renewable energy, industry, electronics, and pharmaceuticals. This was highlighted by participants at the Vienna Economic Forum held today in Chisinau. This year's discussions concentrated on three main topics: the economic integration of the Republic of Moldova into Europe and the global market, infrastructure projects, and enhancing energy resilience.

Four new members proposed for Moldelectrica’s Board

Four candidates were nominated for the position of member of the Board of Directors of the State Enterprise Moldelectrica. These candidates were selected through an open competition and will be appointed by the enterprise's founder, the Ministry of Energy.

Entrepreneurship across the Nistru backed by development partners

Six newly established economic clusters will receive approximately $1.3 million in financial support to boost their development and promote economic cooperation between communities on both riverbanks. The assistance is provided by Sweden and the United Kingdom through the UNDP project "Advanced Cross-River Capacities for Trade"