Energy independence: How Moldova cut off Russian gas

The former Soviet republic of Moldova says it is no longer reliant on Russian natural gas, having diversified its supply and advanced interconnection projects with neighbouring Romania and the European Union.

$300k World Bank grant fuels Moldova's walnut success

Moldovan walnut farmers are reporting a significantly larger harvest this year, thanks largely to investments in high-yield varieties and modern irrigation systems.

Reintegration of the Transnistrian region is possible through economic mechanisms, Alexandru Munteanu

The reintegration of the Transnistrian region is possible peacefully, through economic mechanisms, claims Alexandru Munteanu, the candidate of the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) for the position of Prime Minister. According to him, diplomatic efforts, combined with economic benefits, will ultimately contribute to the state's reunification. However, experts believe that the process cannot be achieved only through financial measures, because one of the main obstacles to the reintegration of the state is the illegal stationing of Russian troops on the left bank of the Nistru.

EU speeds up move to end reliance on Russian gas, Romania Energy Center Director.

On October 20, EU Energy Ministers met in Luxembourg and decided to eliminate Russian gas imports by 2028 as part of the REPowerEU plan. They also discussed the energy security of Moldova and Ukraine. Eugenia Gusilov, director of the Romania Energy Center, highlighted during the IN CONTEXT program on Moldova 1 TV that, despite some member states' resistance, Brussels will enforce bans on Russian gas and require the development of energy diversification plans.

Ambitious infrastructure project: Direct train between the Airport and the center of Chisinau

The route from Chisinau International Airport "Eugen Doga" to the center of Chisinau could soon become much faster and more comfortable. The authorities are working on a project that will connect the airport to the Railway Station via a train line for passengers. The announcement was made by the acting Minister of Infrastructure Vladimir Bolea, on the PE FAȚĂ show on Moldova 1 TV.

VAT on car imports postponed until EU accession

The implementation of VAT taxation on imported cars into the Republic of Moldova will be delayed. This announcement was made by PAS deputy Radu Marian on Telegram. It is proposed that this tax regime will come into effect when the country joins the European Union.

Energocom: Distributors read gas meters — consumers can report billing errors

Consumption data from gas meters are collected exclusively by the distribution operators in the territory. In cases where reading is not possible, consumption is estimated based on the historical monthly average, with the differences being automatically adjusted in the next bill. The details are made by SA "Energocom", which took over the natural gas supply services starting this September.

Tender for the repair of a bridge north of Bălți: the contract exceeds 37.5 million lei

A bridge in operation for over 50 years, located north of the city of Balti, will undergo major rehabilitation works, which are to be completed by summer next year. The estimated value of the contract exceeds 37.5 million lei.

EcoVoucher: Replacing 14,000 refrigerators saved 3.8 million lei in two years

Families in the Republic of Moldova who replaced their old household appliances with more energy-efficient ones, through the government's "EcoVoucher" program, have saved millions of lei in recent years. The replacement of 14 thousand refrigerators alone generated savings of almost four million lei, the authorities announce.

Farm support: AGGRI grant applications can be submitted until December 31

Livestock farmers can submit applications for the fourth call for grants under the World Bank-funded Agricultural Governance, Growth and Resilience (AGGRI) Project starting Monday, October 20. The call is open until December 31 and is dedicated to supporting cattle, sheep and goat farms, oriented towards milk, meat or mixed production.

Renewable energy: How Moldova's new communities cut bills

Moldova is launching its first renewable energy communities, supported by Sweden, Norway, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

Export disaster: Table grape prices plunge after 80% loss in Hâncești, Moldova

After a long, dry summer, the rains were initially welcomed, but for grape growers in Moldova's Hâncești district, they quickly became a disaster. Instead of a good harvest and profit, farmers are now grappling with cracked grapes, huge losses, and debt.