Tariffs on Moldovan products in the United States have dropped to 10%. Kulminski: “We must keep this low rate”

Lower tariffs on Moldovan products in the United States signal a strong push to revive exports and strengthen bilateral economic ties. The measure cuts duties from 31% to 10% and gives Moldovan producers a real chance to regain competitiveness in one of their most important foreign markets, said Moldova’s ambassador to the United States, Vlad Kulminski.

43M lei boost for local businesses: 81 entrepreneurs receive ODA grants

More than 80 entrepreneurs in Moldova have received a total of 43 million lei in grants for business development. This funding comes from both the Moldovan Government and the World Bank Group. Authorities state that this investment will stimulate additional investments in the economy amounting to approximately 96 million lei.

Global fertilizer price spikes set to impose €51 million burden on Moldovan farmers

Rising energy prices and logistical bottlenecks in the Middle East have triggered a 50% surge in fertilizer costs since February 2026. Economic experts warn that while the immediate impact is buffered by early-year imports, Moldovan agriculture faces a severe financial strain in the second half of the year.

Moldova strengthens social safety net with 6.84% pension adjustment

The Moldovan government has officially implemented a 6.84% indexation of all social insurance benefits. Effective today, the minimum old-age pension for individuals with a full contribution history of at least 34 years is set at 3,264 MDL (approx. €166.50).

Prime Minister Munteanu signals return to energy stability as emergency measures end

The Moldovan Government will propose to Parliament next week the lifting of the energy state of emergency, originally enacted on March 25. Additionally, the environmental alert for the Nistru river basin has expired and will not be extended.

Moldova to appoint new energy regulator director following competitive bid

The Economics, Budget, and Finance Committee has officially endorsed Daniel Mititelu for a leadership position on the Board of Directors of the National Agency for Energy Regulation (ANRE).

New environmental law to repeal 1998 tax framework as Moldova targets pollution

The Ministry of Environment has initiated public consultations on a draft law that introduces carbon pricing for companies holding environmental permits. This legislative move aims to modernize the country’s green tax system and align it with international standards.

National Bank data reveals public and private sector debt surge of 1 billion dollars

Moldova’s total external debt reached $11.8 billion in the last quarter, marking a significant increase of over $1 billion since the end of the previous year.

Moldova-Romania economic bloc: 1,700+ firms driving EU convergence

Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu urged international investors to leverage the "excellent" economic ties between Moldova and Romania during a high-level meeting in Bucharest on March 31.

Moldova completes natural gas market liberalization for major users

Almost all large-scale natural gas consumers in Moldova have transitioned to the free market ahead of a key regulatory deadline, according to the Ministry of Energy.

Eco-gap: Financial barriers slow Moldova’s green mobility

Moldova is accelerating its transition to a circular economy, with plans to implement a national Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) for packaging as early as 2026. The Ministry of Environment is currently evaluating two applications to select a single national administrator for the programme.

Chisinau restores key power line after drone clearance in South

Moldova has managed to meet its full electricity demand in recent days without resorting to emergency supplies, despite a heavy reliance on imports following Russian strikes on regional energy infrastructure.