BNM governor in Washington: Moldova’s banking system is stable and resilient

The banking system in the Republic of Moldova is stable and well-capitalized. According to Anca Dragu, the Governor of the National Bank of Moldova (BNM), banks remain resilient even in challenging scenarios, maintaining capital levels that exceed regulatory requirements. She made these statements during the Spring Meeting of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank in Washington.

Moldova’s service trade balance exceeded $1 billion for the first time, Veaceslav Ioniță

The economy of the Republic of Moldova is increasingly bolstered by service exports, which reached a record high of over $3.2 billion in 2025. These exports are becoming the primary driver of growth, according to an analysis presented by expert Veaceslav Ioniță from IDIS "Viitorul."

Minister Vladimir Bolea audits Romania’s urban mobility models for cross-border implementation

Infrastructure Minister Vladimir Bolea led a high-level delegation to Buzău to evaluate advanced urban mobility and public service digitalization models for potential implementation across the Republic of Moldova.

Structural reforms lag behind record EU financial support in Moldova, experts warn

Moldova stands at a critical economic crossroads. Despite access to a landmark €1.9 billion (approx. 37 billion MDL) EU financial support package, experts warn that the national economy remains fragile and overly reliant on external shocks.

Strategic compliance: How Moldovan farmers can secure state investment funds

Moldova’s Agency for Intervention and Payments for Agriculture (AIPA) has disbursed over 1 billion MDL (approx. €51.02 million) by April 2026. This represents 43% of the total €118.37 million (2.32 billion MDL) national fund allocated for agricultural and rural development this year.

Beyond dependency: Why Moldova must pivot from budget support to industrial investment by 2030

The Republic of Moldova faces a critical structural crossroad, risking long-term dependency on external funding and consumption unless it undergoes radical economic reforms.

Moldova’s workforce depletion: A systemic threat to economic growth

The Republic of Moldova is facing an unprecedented labor drain, losing the equivalent of the active population of two entire districts within a single year. Business leaders report a widening gap between labor demand and supply, threatening the country's long-term economic stability.

High demand for farm subsidies forces Moldova to seek emergency budget expansion

Moldova’s National Fund for Agricultural and Rural Development (FNDAMR) is facing potential exhaustion before the end of 2026 due to an unprecedented rate of investment uptake. By early April, farmers had already utilized over €51.2 million (approx. 1 billion MDL), representing 43% of the total €118.9 million (2.32 billion MDL) annual budget.

Moldova’s labor market evolution: EU directive integration and collective bargaining

The Republic of Moldova is set to overhaul its labor compensation system by 2026. The government plans to harmonize national legislation with European Union directives, introducing a benchmark that targets a minimum wage of approximately 50% of the average national salary.

Border digitalization: Activities notified via email or e-Permit

Individuals and businesses engaged in economic activities in border areas can now notify authorities online, via email, or by accessing the e-Permis information system. The government has modified the regulations in response to amendments made to the Law on the State Border.

Moldova’s new IMF program seen as credibility anchor, supporting EU path reforms

The new program with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) aims to support Moldova's European integration by enhancing the country's macroeconomic stability and resilience. Chisinau has requested to initiate the program, which does not include a financial component, for a three-year term.

Kiev–Chișinău train may extend to Sângera; Revaca station will be modernized

The Revaca station building, which serves as the arrival point for passengers travelling on the direct railway line connecting the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, to the "Eugen Doga" Chisinau International Airport, will undergo modernisation. Additionally, authorities are currently designing the associated infrastructure in the area, according to Deputy Prime Minister Vladimir Bolea, who is also the Minister of Infrastructure and Regional Development.