The Republic of Moldova and Japan will conclude an agreement on the promotion and mutual protection of investments

The Government of the Republic of Moldova will conclude an agreement with the Government of Japan regarding the promotion and mutual protection of investments. At today's meeting, the members of the Foreign Policy and European Integration Committee positively approved the initiation of negotiations in this regard.

Moldovan products could reach the richest markets in the world. The Republic of Moldova and EFTA will sign an agreement to this effect

Moldovan products will reach the richest markets in the world. The announcement was made by Economy Minister Dumitru Alaiba, who said that Moldova and the European Free Trade Association have reached a common understanding on the signing of the Free Trade Agreement.

Energocom sold over 270 million cubic meters of gas from strategic stocks to Moldovagaz for three months: "The price is lower than the one offered by Gazprom"

Energocom sold about 275 million cubic meters of natural gas to Moldovagaz in January-March. The company says the gas sold came from strategic stocks. They were sold at a weighted average price of $1,095 per thousand cubic metres, excluding VAT, $12 less than the price offered by Gazprom.

Dorin Recean: "The Republic of Moldova no longer consumes gas from Gazprom"

Moldovagaz attempted to resume gas supplies to the right bank of the Dniester, but they were immediately interrupted, Prime Minister Dorin Recean said. The chief executive gave assurances that Moldova no longer consumed gas from the Russian concern. Moldovagaz tried to resume gas deliveries from Gazprom to the right bank of the Dniester, but they were immediately interrupted, Prime Minister Dorin Recean said. The chief executive gave assurances that Moldova no longer consumes gas from the Russian concern. In counter-expression, the chief executive said that Moldova has Romania's full support in establishing a long-term contractual relationship for the quantities of gas needed in Chisinau.

The Republic of Moldova cannot currently terminate its contract with Gazprom. Energy Minister's clarification

The Republic of Moldova cannot terminate the natural gas supply contract with Gazprom at the moment, as it will be used to supply energy to the Transnistrian region in order to avoid a humanitarian crisis in that separatist region, Energy Minister Victor Parlicov told Agerpres in an interview.

Free movement in the European Union. Moldovan carriers will not need permits

Moldovan carriers will be able to travel in the member states of the European Union (EU) without being required to hold an authorization, after March 31, 2023. The government approved the ratification of the agreement with the EU, which provides for the extension of the term of this facility until June 30, 2024 .

The "Moldagrotech" exhibition, inaugurated this year at the Moldexpo Center

Over 120 companies from eight states are participating between March 16-19 in the spring edition of the International Specialized Exhibition of machines, equipment and technologies for the agricultural sector MOLDAGROTECH, at the "Moldexpo" International Exhibition Center.

Deadline for the purchase of electricity by "Energocom", based on direct negotiations, was extended

The deadline for the purchase of electricity by SA "Energocom", based on direct negotiations, will be extended for the period April-September 2023. The decision was taken today by the Commission for Emergency Situations.

Republic of Moldova to receive $94 million from the IMF, Dorin Recean and Ruben Atoyan announce

The Republic of Moldova has reached an agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to access $94 million. The announcement was made today by Prime Minister Dorin Recean at a joint conference with the head of the International Monetary Fund mission to Moldova, Ruben Atoyan. The decision was taken after the third evaluation of the ECF-EFF programme, supported by the Extended Fund Facility (ECF) and the Extended Fund Facility (EFF).

The Republic of Moldova reduced the consumption of natural gas by over 31% in February

The volume of natural gas consumption in February was 93.9 million cubic meters, which is about 31.4% less compared to the same period in 2022. According to a statement issued by the institution, compared to January 2023 this indicator decreased by 2.2 million cubic meters or by about 2.3%.

Government's economic "deregulation" package submitted to Parliament

The government has forwarded the so-called deregulation package to Parliament. Economy Minister Dumitru Alaiba explained that the aim was to reduce red tape and corruption, make state controls more transparent and digitise. The proposal is that small and medium-sized enterprises should not be penalised in their first years of activity. The package of laws also includes other benefits for entrepreneurs and employees.

Dorin Recean met with members of the IMF delegation. What objectives were discussed

The recovery of the economy, improving the management of public investments and the regional situation were among the topics discussed at the meeting of Prime Minister Dorin Recean with members of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation, led by the Director of the European Department, Alfred Kammer.