Teachers' salaries will be decided in two weeks, Minister Perciun

The Minister of Education and Research, Dan Perciun, promised that a solution to increase teachers' salaries will be found within two weeks, ahead of the start of the school year. This announcement comes in response to protests announced by unions after the government considered postponing salary increases from September 1 to align the Salary Law with the new fiscal policy.

Labor market in Moldova: Unemployment figures for early year job placements

This year, over 15,000 individuals have secured jobs through the National Employment Agency (ANOFM). Among the beneficiaries, 4,525 are registered unemployed individuals, along with 346 people employed as daily workers or for fixed terms of up to three months.

Experts dismiss Russian gas return as Moldova tariff soars

Rising natural gas tariffs have reopened debates over Moldova's energy import strategy. While some political figures advocate resuming purchases from Russia, energy analysts warn that this option is no longer viable due to European Union sanctions and severed transit routes.

Moldovan freelance revenues surge 12% as tax regime gains traction

Moldovan freelancers reported €2.35 million (46.1 million MDL) in income for July 2026, generating nearly €353,000 (6.9 million MDL) in single tax liabilities.

Moldova secures full power coverage for Monday amid energy alert

State energy trader Energocom announced that Moldova's electricity needs for Monday, August 10, are fully covered. The company procured a total of 10,502 megawatt-hours (MWh) to meet national consumption.

Moldova bank tax hike could trim 127 million euro in lending

Moldova's government has proposed raising the corporate profit tax for banks and financial institutions from 12% to 18% as part of a single-year solidarity measure for 2027.

SEPA integration cuts cross-border transfer fees for Moldova

Moldova’s integration into the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) has saved citizens and businesses over €13.2 million (approx. 258 million MDL) in its first ten months of operation.

Moldovan companies invited to join economic mission in Vienna

Moldovan companies can now register for an official trade mission to Vienna, taking place from September 8–10, 2026. The event aims to boost exports, attract foreign investment, and establish strategic partnerships between Moldovan and Austrian businesses.

How a Moldovan village built an economic engine out of farming

Home to more residents than several district capitals, the village of Costești generates nearly a quarter of the Ialoveni district's total business revenue. The local economy is a primary driver of national trade, accounting for roughly 40% of Moldova's honey exports.

From crop to juice: €405k modernization in Moldovan farming

Vasile Spînu, a tomato grower from Ratuș village in the Criuleni District, has upgraded his processing operations to capture higher value from his harvest. By converting raw produce into tomato juice, the farm secures an additional revenue stream directly from its five-hectare cultivation.

Moldova mandates origin labeling for retail food products

Effective August 10, all food products offered for sale in Moldovan retail stores must explicitly display their country of origin on price tags. Non-compliant merchants face fines of up to €612 (approx. 12,000 MDL), with inspectors from the National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) launching compliance checks on day one.

Farmers can apply for subsidies on marketed milk

Farmers who raise cows, sheep, or goats can apply for state subsidies for the milk they sell until August 14. The financial support is provided by the Agricultural Intervention and Payments Agency for each liter delivered to processors. Producers emphasize that this assistance is essential, as the current price of a liter of milk is less than that of a liter of water, and the income generated barely covers production costs.