Over 40 tonnes of Moldovan apples blocked and destroyed in Russia

More than 40 tonnes of apples from the Republic of Moldova were recently blocked and destroyed in Russia after phytosanitary authorities detected a quarantine pest in the fruit.

Regional energy security: Ministers Junghietu and Shmyhal discuss the use of Ukraine’s underground gas storage facilities

Ukraine’s underground gas storage facilities could strengthen regional energy security. Moldova’s Energy Minister, Dorin Junghietu, discussed potential cooperation with his Ukrainian counterpart, Denys Shmyhal, during Baku Energy Week, one of the region’s leading energy events.

Moldovan Business Gala 2026 celebrates local enterprise resilience

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) of the Republic of Moldova has staged the Moldovan Business Gala 2026 at Castel Mimi. The high-profile event brought together over 300 business leaders, public officials, and foreign diplomats to recognize outstanding corporate performance.

Chisinau resident powers home with 90% solar efficiency

A resident of Chișinău, Dinu Bubulici, has significantly reduced household energy dependence by combining solar generation, insulation, and heat pump systems in a single integrated setup.

Moldova and Sweden deepen EU single market cooperation

Moldova and Sweden have signed a memorandum to strengthen cooperation on the Republic of Moldova’s integration into the European Union’s Single Market. The agreement was concluded between the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization and the Swedish National Board of Trade.

“Made in Moldova” products will reach Chinese consumers as Moldova joins the China International Import Expo

The Republic of Moldova will participate in a major international exhibition focused on trade and imports from China. This commitment was confirmed during a visit by the Moldovan Deputy Prime Minister and head of diplomacy, Mihai Popșoi, to China. He discussed this initiative with Wu Zhengping, the director of the Shanghai International Import Expo Bureau.

Climate change pushed a farmer from Drochia to grow vegetables in greenhouses: “It’s stable and safe”

Climate change has increasingly compelled Moldovan farmers to reconsider their agricultural practices. Vladimir Paun, a farmer from the village of Hăsnășenii Noi in the Drochia district, has turned away from traditional open-field vegetable farming due to severe drought and extreme temperatures. To sustain his business, he has transitioned all his production to greenhouses.

1,160 more families eligible for 6,000-lei EcoVouchers

From May 22 to June 7, another 1,160 families across the country will receive 6,000 lei each to purchase energy-efficient household appliances as part of a new session of the EcoVoucher Program.

ENS Declaration will become compulsory for goods at Romanian Customs

The Romanian Customs Authority is launching Phase 6 of the New Computerized Transit System (NCTS), which will introduce changes to the process of goods entering the European Union through the Moldovan-Romanian border starting May 25.

Moldova seeks lower customs duties for wines exported to China

The Republic of Moldova proposes to China to examine the possibility of adjusting customs duties applied to imports of Moldovan wines, in order to increase their presence on the Chinese market.

Opposition warns IMF program could lead to spending cuts and tax hikes

The agreement between the Republic of Moldova and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), reached at the expert level for the next three years, has sparked mixed reactions in Chisinau's political landscape. While opposition leaders caution about potential austerity measures and the risk of an economic crisis, government representatives assert that the program is designed to support economic reforms and ensure financial stability.

International support for Moldovan farmers secured through Rome agreement

Moldovan producers will receive assistance in processing and marketing agri-food products to meet European requirements and international quality standards, following a new agreement signed in Rome. This support will be aimed at small and medium-sized farmers, cooperatives, and producer associations.