Record fuel prices and gas warnings raise winter alert in Moldova

Diesel prices in Moldova surged past a historic 35 lei per liter on Wednesday, while authorities warned that another natural gas tariff increase is becoming likely ahead of winter.

Moldovan probe targets decade-long insolvencies at 323 public firms

Moldovan lawmakers uncovered systemic governance failures across 323 state enterprises, including decades-long insolvency proceedings and unrecorded public assets, parliamentary inquiry head Dinu Plîngău announced on public broadcaster Moldova 1.

Moldovan fruit growers pilot digital register to meet EU norms

Over 20 Moldovan fruit producers are piloting a unified orchard register to streamline technical field records and align domestic production with European Union quality, safety, and international certification standards.

PM Tofan meets farmers after protest threats: "We need sustainable solutions"

The government is working to ease tensions with farmers following a recent threat of renewed protests, which may involve bringing tractors onto the roads. On September 14, the "Farmers' Force" Association issued this warning. In response, Prime Minister Vasile Tofan met with farmers to find a "balance" that would provide support—such as bank lending—while also reducing inspections.

Consumers can compare energy offers on ANRE's platform

Household consumers in the Republic of Moldova can now easily compare offers from natural gas and electricity suppliers. The National Energy Regulatory Agency (ANRE) has launched a digital tool that aggregates market offers, allowing users to estimate costs based on their individual consumption. This platform is free to use, requires no account creation, and does not request any personal data.

The natural gas tariff could be revised, ANRE director

The natural gas tariff could be revised if international market purchase prices remain at current levels. Constantin Borosan, Director of the National Energy Regulatory Agency (ANRE), stated that the agency is closely monitoring developments after the spot price for gas rose to approximately 82 euros per megawatt-hour. By comparison, an average purchase price of around 54 euros was factored in when setting the tariff for the August–December period.

Mia instant payments expands QR code payments for entrepreneurs

The MIA national instant payment system, developed by the National Bank of Moldova (NBM), is now expanding to the business sector. The new Business-to-Business (B2B) QR code feature allows companies to make immediate, low-cost transfers at any time through online banking applications. With this new option, funds are transferred instantly to the account, regardless of the time or day, ensuring uninterrupted transactions without delays from bank operating hours.

Moldova's First Milk Festival in Fundurii Vechi

The first Milk Festival in the Republic of Moldova will be held on September 20 in the village of Fundurii Vechi, located in the Glodeni District. The event, themed "From Field to Glass," aims to connect consumers with farmers and processors. It will emphasise the public's important role in supporting the local dairy industry.

Business community seeks less bureaucracy and predictable tax rules

Business representatives conveyed their main requests to the Government during meetings with Prime Minister Vasile Tofan. They emphasized the need to reduce bureaucracy, ensure fiscal predictability, and create an investment-friendly environment. In response, the Prime Minister pledged to implement measures for deregulation, digitize public services, and provide a stable climate for entrepreneurs.

EU Growth Plan: Moldova prepares projects exceeding two billion euros, with extra funding

The Republic of Moldova is developing a package of over 20 investment projects focused on infrastructure, energy, and digitalization. These projects aim to attract more than two billion euros in funding, in addition to the 1.9 billion euros already allocated through the European Union (EU) Growth Plan.

Record plum harvest this year, but farmers face low prices and few buyers

Moldovan producers are anticipating a bountiful plum harvest this year, with an estimated yield about 20 percent higher than last year's. The weather has been favorable, resulting in high-quality fruit. Harvesting is in full swing, and farmers hope to sell their entire crop. Once again, nearly half of the harvest is expected to be sold in the European Union market.

Moldova targets illegal logging as winter firewood demand surges

Moldova has intensified timber supply chain inspections as rising firewood demand ahead of winter pushes retail prices up to €80 per pallet, prompting warnings against black-market logging.