Moldova plans 90-day fuel reserves; draft law under consultation

Authorities are preparing a mechanism that will allow the creation of strategic fuel reserves for approximately 90 days, in an effort to reduce the Republic of Moldova’s vulnerability to possible supply crises and sudden price fluctuations, announced the director of the National Energy Regulatory Agency (ANRE), Alexei Taran. According to him, the draft law is currently under public consultation.

Middle East conflict disrupts Moldova’s producers and exporters

The Middle East conflict has severely disrupted logistics chains and blocked agricultural exports. Although regional markets, especially Saudi Arabia, only recently opened to Moldovan fruit, the escalation now directly hits local producers and exporters. Over the past eight years, Saudi Arabia has become the fourth largest market for Moldovan apples.

Another 1,000 applied for funding under the “Green House” program

A thousand people have submitted applications for funding under the second call of the “Green House” program. Call II of the financing product has been closed after reaching the maximum ceiling of applications. The total budget allocated for this call is 200 million lei.

Economic experts warn of inflationary domino effect as Moldova's diesel prices approach €1.50

Rising fuel costs in the Republic of Moldova are poised to trigger a broad inflationary domino effect, potentially pushing the annual inflation rate into double digits by the end of 2026.

Entrepreneurs supported on the EU market via Moldova’s SOLVIT Center

The Republic of Moldova is joining the European network of SOLVIT centers, which assist businesses in asserting their rights in the marketplace. In Chisinau, the SOLVIT Center will function within the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization (MDED) and offer services at no cost.

Fuel hike may push inflation up 3.5%, Finance Minister

The rise in fuel prices, a direct result of the war in the Middle East, could exert pressure on inflation in the Republic of Moldova. Finance Minister Andrian Gavriliță estimates that inflation may increase by 3.5%.

CNED launches a new funding call under the “Green House 2026” program: 200,000 lei per beneficiary

Another thousand households in the Republic of Moldova will be made more energy-efficient through the “Green House” Program. It offers grants covering up to 50% of the cost of works, with a maximum limit of 200,000 lei. Applications can be submitted starting March 18, and applicants must be citizens of the Republic of Moldova with homes registered in the cadastre.

From 24 hours to one minute: How state guarantees are automating Moldovan manufacturing

Moldovan entrepreneurs are successfully scaling their operations without traditional collateral, thanks to a state-backed credit guarantee mechanism. The Entrepreneurship Development Organization (ODA), in partnership with the World Bank, is now acting as a guarantor for businesses lacking physical assets for bank security.

Villagers scavenge tons of discarded onions amid agricultural market crisis

Tons of onions, potatoes, and cabbage were recently discarded at a landfill near Gura Bâcului in the Anenii Noi district. While the specific producer remains unidentified, the incident highlights a widening gap between local production costs and retail accessibility.

From volunteering to grant writing: The young woman transforming agritourism in Cimișlia

In the village of Selemet, Cimișlia, 20-year-old Mădălina Jaloba is redefining rural hospitality. As the manager of "La Mădălina" agritourism pension, she balances university studies in accounting with the rigorous demands of a family business.

Guardian of the soil: How Rita Rotaru built an extraordinary heirloom tomato collection in Râșcani

In the village of Șaptebani, local farmer Rita Rotaru has transformed a personal passion into a significant regional mission for biodiversity. What began as a discovery of forgotten family seeds has evolved into a collection of over 1,000 tomato varieties, establishing her as a key guardian of heirloom produce in northern Moldova.

Economic pressure: Prime Minister Munteanu urges public institutions to cut spending

Budget institutions in Moldova must cut planned 2026 purchases and enforce strict spending controls. Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu issued the directive amid a tense international economic context and rising energy and fuel prices, which could further strain the public budget.