EU backs Moldova’s new electric railway
Moldova is to launch its first electrified, European-gauge railway line, connecting the capital Chișinău to Ungheni.
Eliza Mihalache
Moldovan government approves key energy efficiency fund
Assets financed by Moldova's Energy Efficiency Fund will be transferred to beneficiaries free of charge. Recipients must use the assets responsibly and maintain them in good condition.
Ana Cebotari
New tax exemptions to cut Moldova's energy costs by €80 million ahead of winter
Natural gas and electricity imports for a project aimed at strengthening Moldova's energy security will be exempt from VAT, excise duties, and customs duties.
New 200m lei fund to boost business and investment in Moldova
Moldova’s government has approved a new financial instrument—a “fund of funds”—to support business development.
Bălți block energy upgrade reduces tenants’ bills by 28%
Approximately 180 residents of the Balti municipality will pay nearly one-third less for thermal energy after their homes are made energy efficient. The National Center for Sustainable Energy (CNED) signed a project financing contract worth 5.7 million lei with the residents' association on Monday, September 22.
Moldovan-made Japanese desserts reach five EU countries
Japanese desserts produced in the Republic of Moldova and exported to the European Union are the result of entrepreneurs inspired by mochi, a traditional Japanese cake. This dessert has been adapted; the sweet red bean paste typically used by Japanese chefs has been replaced with a fine cream, specifically a combination of mousse and ice cream.
Redacția TRM
'Moldova Presents' exhibition in Baia Mare: strengthening business links
More than 20 companies from Moldova are showcasing their products at the fourth 'Moldova Presents' exhibition, which runs until 21 September in the Romanian city of Baia Mare.
Rodica Mazur
Beyond plastic: The rise of a sustainable toy brand in Moldova
More than 90% of the world’s toys are plastic, with most ending up in landfills within a year.
Virginia Pîntea
Moldova's IT sector surpasses €1 billion in revenue as foreign investment surges
Moldova is establishing a stronger presence on the international market, driven by investments that are transforming its national economy.
Dumitru Petruleac
Moldovan road carriers will keep permit-free access in the EU
Road freight carriers from the Republic of Moldova will continue to be permitted to operate within EU member states. The agreement between the European Union and the Republic of Moldova regarding the liberalization of road freight transport was extended until March 31, 2027.
Most Moldovan plums exported to the EU end up in Germany
Over the past decade, the Republic of Moldova's foreign trade has undergone significant changes. The European Union has emerged as the primary trading partner, with Romania consistently supporting us during economic challenges—ranging from Russian embargoes to recent crises, as noted by economist Veaceslav Ioniță. A clear example of this shift is seen with plums. Previously, 100% of Moldova's plum exports went to the CIS countries, but now 85% are sent to EU member states. Countries like Germany, Romania, and Poland have become key traditional markets for plum exports from the Republic of Moldova.
Olga Mînzat
Moldovan clothing reaches the Netherlands, Moldova’s 10th EU trading partner
The volume of bilateral trade with the Netherlands, the Republic of Moldova's tenth trading partner in the European Union, amounts to $ 146.3 million, which represents 1.16% of the country's total trade. The Netherlands, known as the "land of tulips", is a market for a diverse range of Moldovan products, from clothing and electrical transformers to wines, fruits and nuts.