Moldova secures €150m EIB loan for agribusiness modernization

The Moldovan Cabinet approved the ratification of a €150 million (approx. 2.94 billion MDL) loan agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) on July 29 to fund the "Livada Moldovei II" (Orchard of Moldova II) project.

Moldova to borrow €344m from EBRD for TEN-T road upgrades

Moldova is set to secure a €344 million (approx. 6.74 billion MDL) loan from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to overhaul strategic national highways.

Chiveri: New fiscal measures for Transnistrian region delayed as authorities fall behind

The implementation of tax benefits for economic agents in the Transnistrian region and the launch of the Convergence Fund, which aims to support the Republic of Moldova's reintegration, will be postponed by one month. Initially scheduled to take effect on August 1, these measures are now expected to begin on September 1 due to changes in the government and the extension of public consultations, according to Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, Valeriu Chiveri.

Two candidates advance in race for Energocom director general

The Board of S.A. "Energocom" has advanced two candidates to the next stage of the competition for the position of general director of the company. The candidates are Sergiu Ceban and Eugeniu Buzatu. Another candidate was not considered because he did not meet the eligibility requirements outlined in the regulations, as announced by the Public Property Agency (APP).

€11 million investment: Slobozia Mare bypass opens to traffic

After nearly two decades of anticipation, the ring road around Slobozia Mare village has officially opened. This new section, which is almost 17 kilometers long, will help alleviate heavy traffic in the village. Additionally, it will provide a shorter route to Giurgiulesti Port and the border with Romania.

Leadership change at MoldATSA: Interim administrator appointed

Moldatsa, the state-owned enterprise responsible for airspace and air traffic services, has appointed a new interim administrator. The position will be filled by Vasile Șaramet, the former head of the Civil Aeronautical Authority (AAC).

Chisinau Airport sets up temporary pre-boarding area to reduce crowding

"Eugen Doga" International Airport in Chisinau began setting up a temporary pre-boarding area on Monday, July 27, to decongest passenger flows and streamline the boarding process during peak traffic times.

Energy bill payments now available through MIA

Customers of the largest electricity supplier in the Republic of Moldova can now pay their bills using a new digital method, specifically through the MIA instant payment service, which is available directly on the website of Premier Energy SRL.

Modern irrigation reaches dozens of southern farmers: "Plants now have enough moisture"

Twenty-five farmers in the village of Pelinei, located in the Cahul district, now have access to a modern irrigation system. This system was inaugurated as part of a project supported by the International Fund for Agricultural Development. With an investment exceeding ten million lei, the project will enable the irrigation of 60 hectares of agricultural land. This development aims to increase productivity and help local agriculture adapt to climate change.

Moldova business survey points to stable Q3, rising price pressures

Moldovan businesses expect broadly stable conditions in the third quarter of 2026, with only moderate optimism on sales and prices, according to a National Bureau of Statistics (BNS) business tendency survey of enterprise managers. Employment is expected to hold roughly steady.

Moldova raises state aid ceilings to €300,000, aligns with EU rules

Moldova's Parliament approved, in a first reading, a bill that raises the ceilings on state aid to businesses and brings the system closer to European Union norms. General aid to a single undertaking would rise to €300,000 (roughly 5.9 million lei) over three years, up from the current 5 million lei (about €255,000) set under a 2012 law.

Slaughterhouse inspections lead to seizure of eight tons of meat

Around eight tons of sheep and goat meat were confiscated, and the operations of a slaughterhouse were temporarily suspended after inspections conducted by the National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) in farms and slaughterhouses across the Republic of Moldova. These inspections were aimed at preventing the spread of African swine fever (ASF), addressing illegal slaughter practices, and removing products lacking origin and traceability from the food supply chain.