Sausage market dominated by local producers: Eight brands account for 90% of sales in Moldova

The market for sausages and meat preparations in Moldova is primarily dominated by domestic production, unlike other sectors such as beer, juices, or dairy. Eight local brands hold a remarkable 90% share of the Moldovan sausage market, while the remaining 49 producers account for only 10%.

Moldovan passport ranks 45th globally: "A mirror of international trust"

The Republic of Moldova is home to many beautiful places that are worth exploring. However, other countries also offer equally appealing destinations for travel enthusiasts. It's important to remember that one cannot leave the country without a passport. For some, a passport may seem like just a simple piece of plastic, but it is actually a significant document. It represents the holder's freedom of movement, reflects how the issuing state is perceived internationally, and indicates the nature of its relationships with other countries.

Moldova Parliament approves Tofan Cabinet amid PAS absences

Moldova’s Parliament backed the new Cabinet led by Prime Minister Vasile Tofan on Tuesday evening, granting a vote of confidence supported by 53 lawmakers from the ruling Action and Solidarity Party (PAS).

Moldova probes €742k foreign fund tender rigging scandal

Moldovan anticorruption authorities have launched a major crackdown on a tender-rigging scheme involving public officials and business executives accused of inflating costs on foreign-funded infrastructure projects.

Moldova meets 95% of EU reform targets for €157M tranche

Moldova has successfully fulfilled 18 out of 20 commitments agreed with the European Union for the first half of 2026. Following a positive assessment from the European Commission, Chisinau expects to receive a new €157 million (approx. 3.08 billion MDL) disbursement under the EU Growth Plan in September.

Moldova faces 38% gas price hike amid surging energy market

Moldovan households face potential natural gas price increases to €1.04 (approx. 20.3 MDL) per cubic meter including VAT, representing a 38% surge over current rates.

Moldova PM Tofan targets public waste and exorbitant salaries

Moldova’s newly sworn-in Prime Minister, Vasile Tofan, outlined seven key priorities during the first meeting of his Cabinet on Wednesday, July 22. The government plans to curb exorbitant public sector salaries, eliminate wasteful state spending, reduce intrusive business inspections, and implement fiscal reform.

Moldova fires graft-linked official and names ECHR representative

Moldova's newly formed cabinet, led by Prime Minister Vasile Tofan, dismissed two state secretaries during its inaugural meeting on July 22, 2026. The dismissals include an official recently detained in a high-profile corruption probe.

Moldova court dissolves pro-Shor Chance Party over illegal funding

Moldova’s Centru Court of Appeal ordered the dissolution of the pro-Shor Chance Party following a lawsuit filed by the Ministry of Justice.

Moldova Premier Tofan seeks first official visits to Romania, EU

Moldova's newly appointed Prime Minister, Vasile Tofan, has expressed his intention to make Bucharest his first official foreign destination, followed by a visit to Brussels.

PM Vasile Tofan pledges state asset sales for pension system reform

Newly sworn-in Prime Minister Vasile Tofan has ruled out raising the retirement age, proposing instead to fund a newly introduced Pillar II pension system through the transparent privatization of underutilized state assets.

Moldova parliament approves new cabinet led by Vasile Tofan

Moldova’s parliament has approved a new cabinet led by Prime Minister-designate Vasile Tofan, following an intense nine-hour marathon debate. The incoming government secured the support of the parliamentary majority, while opposition parties either voted against or abstained.