Government advances fiscal overhaul to align with EU standards

The Moldovan Government will sustain its fiscal reform trajectory while continuing structured consultations with stakeholders, Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu announced at the Executive meeting on June 24. The prime minister emphasized that the comprehensive overhaul directly impacts the national economy, foreign direct investments, and relations with international partners.

Moldova's capital warns fiscal reform threatens local autonomy

The Chisinau Municipality demanded a comprehensive revision of the proposed 2027 national fiscal policy on Tuesday, June 23. Local authorities argue that any decision impacting local public budgets must follow genuine and effective institutional consultations.

Romania accelerates Unirii A8 highway construction for 2027 opening

Construction on the initial 24-kilometer section of the Unirii A8 Highway between Târgu Mureș and Miercurea Nirajului has reached a 50% physical completion threshold.

Moldova completes crop damage relief applications

Moldova has concluded the application phase for financial aid aimed at compensating crop losses caused by the 2025 drought. The Agency for Intervention and Payments for Agriculture (AIPA) received 345 requests from affected farmers.

Higher mortgage costs for Moldovans after central bank hike

Moldovan homeowners face higher monthly mortgage repayments starting July 1, 2026. The increase comes after the National Bank of Moldova (NBM) raised the benchmark retail interest rate used to calculate borrowing costs.

Competition Council reviews Linella owner’s takeover of Merci network

The Competition Council is reviewing an economic concentration operation involving one of the largest food retail operators in the Republic of Moldova. This operator, which owns the Linella, Fidesco, Cip Market, Bravo, and Slavena Megamarket chains, aims to acquire control of the Merci store chain.

Lavender brings business opportunities to a Colonița resident

The lavender fields are in full bloom, creating a breathtaking landscape filled with an unmistakable fragrance. This aromatic and medicinal plant is widely cultivated in the Republic of Moldova and has significant growth potential. Farmer Valeriu Ciorbă from the village of Colonița has also opted to cultivate lavender, turning his farming practice into a way of life.

From abroad to home: A farmer raising hundreds of pigs

Money earned abroad helped launch a village business. After years of working overseas, Ion Baciu from Corlăteni, Râșcani district, returned home and invested in a pig farm and a small butcher shop in his native village. His farm now has 400 pigs.

Dozens supported to return to work through “Employment for Everyone” program

Seventy individuals who have experienced a professional break are receiving support to re-enter the labor market through the "Employment for Everyone" program. This initiative is now in its second edition and is conducted by the Municipal Center for Adult Learning and Education. Participants benefit from professional training, mentoring, and counseling tailored to employment opportunities in fields that are currently in demand, according to Natalia Zaiaț, the head of the institution, who spoke on the "Zi de Zi" show on Radio Moldova.

Global oil relief drives Moldova pump prices to multi-month lows

Moldova retail fuel prices extended their downward trajectory ahead of the June 20–22 weekend. The National Energy Regulation Agency (ANRE) confirmed the sustained decline, driven by slumping global crude benchmarks.

Moldova opens applications for state-funded sustainable tourism grants

The National Tourism Office (NTO) has launched the Sustainable Tourism grant program, offering funding of up to €38,167 (approx. 750,000 MDL) per project.

Moldova and EIB sign €61.5m infrastructure modernization pact

The Moldovan Government and the European Investment Bank (EIB) signed two crucial financing agreements in Chișinău on Friday, June 19, 2026. The structural package delivers €51.5 million (approx. 1.01 billion MDL) loan to upgrade national schools alongside a €10 million (approx. 196 million MDL) grant for hospital energy efficiency.