Wage arrears and job insecurity top employee complaints in the Republic of Moldova

Employees in the Republic of Moldova report several significant issues, including wage arrears, noncompliance with rest time regulations, and inadequate safety measures at work. Additionally, cases have been noted in which employees face restrictions on their right to join unions or to participate in the management of their workplace. This information comes from Igor Zubcu, the president of the National Confederation of Trade Unions of Moldova (CNSM).

Nearly 5,000 foreign citizens work in Moldova: “An attractive country offering benefits”

The number of foreign citizens working in the Republic of Moldova continues to grow. Authorities report that around 5,000 foreign workers currently operate in the country’s labor market. In most cases, they receive salaries above the national minimum wage and benefit from additional support designed to improve integration and living conditions.

Largest electricity storage system launched in Strășeni: 60 MWh capacity

The largest electricity storage system in the Republic of Moldova, with a total capacity of 60 MWh, integrated with a 50 MW photovoltaic park, was launched on April 30 in the Rădeni locality of the Strașeni district.

Labor market in the Republic of Moldova: 270,000 people aged 25–45 are not employed

The Republic of Moldova is experiencing notable imbalances in its labor market, characterized by high rates of inactivity, migration, and rapid economic changes. To address these issues, participants at the National Labor Market and Social Dialogue Forum, held on April 30 in Chisinau, emphasized the importance of digitalization and reducing the informal economy.

CFM employees return to work

The more than 400 employees of the "Calea Ferată din Moldovei" (CFM) enterprise will return to work on May 4. Their forced leave lasted more than four months, due to high fuel costs, reduced cargo volumes and damaged infrastructure. According to the enterprise's director, salary arrears have been fully covered. The employees say they are looking forward to returning to work after facing several challenges.

Moldova mandates organized power market trades

Energocom, Moldova’s state-designated central electricity supplier, must now procure a portion of its power from organized markets. By 2027, this mandate will extend to all major suppliers. The Ministry of Energy introduced this measure to boost trading liquidity and establish a robust reference price.

Moldova restores strategic rail link to Giurgiulești Port

The Cahul-Giurgiulești railway section successfully passed a critical structural integrity test today following a four-year operational hiatus.

Moldova-Romania highway bridge 50% complete

Construction on the first highway-level bridge over the Prut River in over 60 years has officially reached the halfway mark. The strategic infrastructure project, linking Zagarancea in the Republic of Moldova to Ungheni in Romania, will provide a direct connection to the forthcoming A8 Highway.

€5.6M diesel subsidy for Moldovan farms

The Moldovan government will allocate €5.61 million (approx. 110 million MDL) from its Reserve Fund to subsidize diesel costs for farmers between March 1 and May 31. This emergency stabilization measure is scheduled for approval during the cabinet meeting on Wednesday, April 29.

Constanta Port acquires Moldova's maritime gateway

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has finalized the sale of ICS Danube Logistics to Romania's Constanța Port. The transaction, officially completed on December 31, 2025, transfers full ownership of the operator managing Moldova's Giurgiulești Free International Port (PILG). This strategic acquisition secures Romania's state-owned port operator as the sole owner of Moldova's only maritime gateway.

Transnistria may adopt Moldovan leu

Moldovan authorities are actively exploring the introduction of the official Moldovan leu (MDL) in the breakaway Transnistrian region. A dedicated working group, including experts from the National Bank of Moldova and the Ministry of Finance, is currently analyzing the transition. Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri confirmed the initiative during a recent broadcast on Radio Moldova.

Moldova tax return deadline: April 30

Taxpayers in Moldova have three days left to file their income tax returns. The State Tax Service (SFS) announced that all submissions must be completed by April 30, either online or in person at local branches.