Energy expert: "This winter will be tough; the energy sector is in crisis"

The Republic of Moldova is heading towards a difficult winter, as pressures mount across several segments of the energy market: natural gas, thermal energy, electricity, and fuels. This warning comes from energy expert Eugen Muravschi, who explains that the market cannot be analyzed solely through the lens of seasonal factors, as geopolitical developments play a decisive role.

Moldova's wine exports have declined, but producers find new markets in Africa

Wine exports are down 16% in volume and 6% in value compared with the same period last year, Ștefan Iamandi, Director of the National Office for Vine and Wine, said on the Moldova 1 TV program "Pe Față". A significant portion of this drop in volume is linked to reduced exports to the United States and Belarus.

Electricity shortage on September 22; citizens advised to avoid high-consumption appliances

On Tuesday, September 22, the Republic of Moldova will record an electricity trade deficit of 229 MWh between 17:00 and 21:00. According to Energocom, this shortfall is caused by insufficient capacity on the interconnectors with Romania and Ukraine.

Moldova's railways need repairs, with 300 million lei allocated

Over 54% of the Republic of Moldova's railway lines require repairs, and speed restrictions are currently in place on a significant portion of them. To address this, the Government approved the National Railway Infrastructure Program 2026–2030 on September 22 and will allocate 300 million lei for the maintenance, repair, and development of railway infrastructure, as well as public passenger rail transport services.

Booking.com to promote Moldova as European travel hub

Online travel agency Booking.com has partnered with Moldova’s National Tourism Office to promote the country across international markets, officials announced ahead of the Moldova Tourism Forum 2026 in Chisinau.

"Moldova Project" will coordinate external assistance from various international institutions, including the EU

Although the new "Moldova Project" structure, announced by Prime Minister Vasile Tofan, promises more efficient management of major public investments, its success depends on its organizational architecture and genuine cooperation with the ministries. Corneliu Coteț, an expert with EUROPULS Romania, expressed this view during the September 18 edition of the "Paralela 47" program on Radio Moldova.

Moldova sees 25% rise in foreign tourists

The Republic of Moldova is attracting more foreign and domestic tourists. According to the latest World Tourism Barometer, the number of foreign tourists visiting the country in the first six months of this year was 25% higher than during the same period last year. Authorities attribute this growth to authentic experiences, uncrowded destinations, and opportunities to discover Moldovan culture, cuisine, and wines.

Junghietu states Moldova must maintain its strategic gas reserve, as it is not a surplus

The Republic of Moldova's security gas stocks cannot be used to temporarily lower gas prices, as they are the country's strategic reserve for crises and can cover only about ten days of winter consumption. Minister of Energy Dorin Junghietu made this clarification after Vadim Ceban, Acting Chairman of the Management Board of Moldovagaz S.A., proposed using these reserves to mitigate the impact of rising prices on consumers.

Moldova to tax online retail parcels from October 1

Moldovan authorities will enforce a 20% Value Added Tax (VAT) and a 12 MDL (€0.60) processing fee on all imported online retail parcels starting October 1, curbing exemptions for low-cost international platforms.

"Made in Moldova" products: 20 Moldovan companies at the Chestnut Festival in Baia Mare

Over 20 companies from the Republic of Moldova are currently showcasing their products in the Romanian municipality of Baia Mare as part of the fifth edition of the "Republic of Moldova Presents" exhibition. The event opened on Friday, September 18, at the "Lascăr Pană" Sports Hall and runs until September 20, coinciding with the Chestnut Festival.

Moldova's Tourism Forum 2026: Strategies and opportunities

The Moldova Tourism Forum 2026 will address global trends, artificial intelligence, and investment attraction on September 24 in Chișinău. The event will bring together representatives from government authorities, the private sector, and international organizations to discuss, among other topics, ways for the Republic of Moldova to strengthen its position as a tourism destination on the European market.

"Zarea" hotel design competition. Tofan: "It has greater potential"

The "Zarea" Hotel, located in the capital’s historic center near Cathedral Park, is set for modernization. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan says the building has greater potential than is currently being realized and has invited creators to submit ideas for its redevelopment.