Dumitru Alaiba: The patent reform was successfully completed

The patent reform was successfully completed, and about 95% of the former patentees transitioned to independent activity.

The volume and number of Moldovan products exported to India is increasing

The Republic of Moldova exported five times more apples, pears and quinces to India in 2022 than in 2018, said trade specialist Stela Corobcean. According to her, our export capacities could increase, as New Delhi authorities annually import 14 percent of food products, and Moldovan farmers offer a better price than foreign farmers.

Analysis // Every year, about 1.8 billion dollars reach the Republic of Moldova through illicit trade schemes

Annually, approximately 1.8 billion dollars reach the Republic of Moldova through illicit trade schemes, according to an analysis carried out by the economist Veaceslav Ioniță. He also claims that over $500 million is leaving the country through overpriced purchases. In order to develop a sustainable, efficient and transparent system, the relevant authorities have developed a national public procurement program for 2023-2026.

Tourism companies can access grants of up to 500 thousand lei

Starting next week, business people can apply for a new support program for the development of small and medium-sized enterprises in the field of tourism. Applications for participation in the program can be submitted to the Organization for the Development of Entrepreneurship (ODA). Beneficiaries of the Program will be able to obtain grants of up to 500 thousand lei, with an own contribution of 30 percent of the value of the project.

Moldova's Energy Minister: Country well-prepared for winter

Moldova will enter the winter with adequate natural gas reserves for the first time, according to Energy Minister Victor Parlicov. Parlicov said that the government is also negotiating to purchase natural gas at more favourable prices.

Moldova's tax inspectors to face increased scrutiny

The Moldovan government is proposing new legislation that would crack down on abuse by tax inspectors. Under the proposed law, inspectors would be subject to disciplinary action, including dismissal, for abusing their power.

USAID transfers 76.8 million dollars to the Government of the Republic of Moldova

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is transferring 76.8 million dollars to the Government of the Republic of Moldova for the reimbursement of record electricity costs in the 2022-2023 cold season, reads a press release from the institution.

More safety on national roads: Government approves a project to improve road infrastructure

The road infrastructure will be improved in order to increase the level of traffic safety on public roads in the country, according to a project approved by the Government. The Minister of Infrastructure and Regional Development, Andrei Spînu emphasized that the road infrastructure must be designed and operated in such a way as to reduce the risks for all traffic participants.

ICAO audit: Air security level in the Republic of Moldova is high. Andrei Spînu: "An important message for the companies we are in dialogue with"

The level of air security is high both for passengers, aircraft crews and the entire aeronautical industry, declared the Minister of Infrastructure and Regional Development, Andrei Spînu, after the completion of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) audit to which our country was subjected.

Import of cars in the Republic of Moldova contributes to the increase in the volume of metal waste, economic expert

The Republic of Moldova annually imports approximately 30 thousand cars, which, after a certain period of time, can become metal waste. Thus, currently 15% of the total volume of this type of waste is used cars, said economic expert Veaceslav Ioniță.

Deadline for traders who can claim compensation for switching to self-employment

Two months after the entry into force of the patent reform, 95% of the former patentees switched to self-employment. The data were presented by the Minister of Economic Development Dumitru Alaiba. According to the official, some of them received their ten thousand lei.

Moldovan farmers call for investment in agriculture to boost competitiveness

Moldovan farmers met with Agriculture Minister Vladimir Bolea on Thursday to discuss the challenges facing the sector. Farmers told Bolea that they could go bankrupt if the government does not ban imports of Ukrainian grain.