Moldova's economy 34 years after independence: An analysis of challenges and progress

Moldova's economy is undergoing a slow recovery 34 years after independence, facing challenges in its industrial and agricultural sectors. The sectors have been affected by regional instability and mass migration, according to economist Veaceslav Ioniță.

New Moldova-Romania power line to boost energy security

The Moldovan Ministry of Energy has launched preliminary procedures for a new 400 kV power line that will create a third high-voltage link with Romania.

Why Moldova's farmers are selling grain at a loss despite bumper harvests

Moldova’s grain exports are being hurt by fluctuating prices and regional instability.

Concours Mondial de Bruxelles comes to Moldova for the first time

More than 1,000 sparkling wines from 29 countries are to be blind-tasted at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (CMB), an international competition that will take place in the Republic of Moldova for the first time, from 5-7 September 2025.

New EU projects reinforce Iași-Chișinău ties

The Iași City Council is behind nine projects—either under way, completed, or submitted for EU funding—through the Interreg NEXT Programme.

Transnistria receives first scrap metal shipment from Ukraine since 2024

Ukrainian scrap metal traders have resumed exports of raw material to the breakaway Moldovan region of Transnistria after a one-year hiatus.

Moldovan wine: From tradition to global competition

Moldova is taking steps to reposition its wine on the global stage, moving from tradition towards international competition.

The risks of informal work in Moldova

The number of undeclared work cases remains quite high in the Republic of Moldova.

Moldova's low minimum wage and the cost of living

Despite a minimum wage increase in the Republic of Moldova from 5,000 to 5,500 lei, effective January 1, 2025, the country continues to have one of the lowest minimum wages

Moldova's Diaspora remittances soar to $3.5 billion

Moldovans in the diaspora are projected to send home an estimated $3.5 billion in 2025, a sum on par with 2024.

Moldova invests in modernizing towns and villages: 87 regional development projects selected

In the coming two years, numerous villages and towns in the Republic of Moldova will receive significant investments in infrastructure, drinking water supply, sanitation, tourism, and business development.

Program launched: Young first-time employees in strategic fields get 3,000 lei monthly

Young people in the Republic of Moldova who are participating for the first time in seven strategic sectors will receive a non-taxable monthly allowance of 3,000 lei for 12 months. This initiative, launched by the authorities on Thursday, August 14, aims to attract young workers to key areas of the economy.