Largest energy storage system launched in Rădeni

The largest electricity storage system in the Republic of Moldova, with a total capacity of 60 MWh, integrated with a 50 MW photovoltaic park, was launched on April 30 in the Rădeni locality of the Strașeni district.

National Labor Market Forum: Digitalization and tackling undeclared work will address economic imbalances

The Republic of Moldova is experiencing notable imbalances in its labor market, characterized by high rates of inactivity, migration, and rapid economic changes. To address these issues, participants at the National Labor Market and Social Dialogue Forum, held on April 30 in Chisinau, emphasized the importance of digitalization and reducing the informal economy.

CFM recalls hundreds of employees to work and announces payment of salary arrears

The more than 400 employees of the "Calea Ferată din Moldovei" (CFM) enterprise will return to work on May 4. Their forced leave lasted more than four months, due to high fuel costs, reduced cargo volumes and damaged infrastructure. According to the enterprise's director, salary arrears have been fully covered. The employees say they are looking forward to returning to work after facing several challenges.

Moldova energy sector braces for 2027 liberalization

Energocom, Moldova’s state-designated central electricity supplier, must now procure a portion of its power from organized markets. By 2027, this mandate will extend to all major suppliers. The Ministry of Energy introduced this measure to boost trading liquidity and establish a robust reference price.

New rail infrastructure to bypass Ukraine transit routes

The Cahul-Giurgiulești railway section successfully passed a critical structural integrity test today following a four-year operational hiatus.

Historic Prut river bridge to open in 2027

Construction on the first highway-level bridge over the Prut River in over 60 years has officially reached the halfway mark. The strategic infrastructure project, linking Zagarancea in the Republic of Moldova to Ungheni in Romania, will provide a direct connection to the forthcoming A8 Highway.

Moldova backs farms amid global oil shock

The Moldovan government will allocate €5.61 million (approx. 110 million MDL) from its Reserve Fund to subsidize diesel costs for farmers between March 1 and May 31. This emergency stabilization measure is scheduled for approval during the cabinet meeting on Wednesday, April 29.

EBRD sells Moldova's sole maritime gateway

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has finalized the sale of ICS Danube Logistics to Romania's Constanța Port. The transaction, officially completed on December 31, 2025, transfers full ownership of the operator managing Moldova's Giurgiulești Free International Port (PILG). This strategic acquisition secures Romania's state-owned port operator as the sole owner of Moldova's only maritime gateway.

Transnistrian ruble faces phase-out

Moldovan authorities are actively exploring the introduction of the official Moldovan leu (MDL) in the breakaway Transnistrian region. A dedicated working group, including experts from the National Bank of Moldova and the Ministry of Finance, is currently analyzing the transition. Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri confirmed the initiative during a recent broadcast on Radio Moldova.

Tax offices extend hours for filing

Taxpayers in Moldova have three days left to file their income tax returns. The State Tax Service (SFS) announced that all submissions must be completed by April 30, either online or in person at local branches.

Over 1,600 households in the Republic of Moldova bought new appliances this year with the EcoVoucher Program support

1,611 households in the Republic of Moldova will benefit from lower energy bills after they replaced their old appliances with modern ones. These households were recipients of the first session of the 2026 Appliance Voucher Program (EcoVoucher).

Sports and food area at Valea Morilor: Moldexpo announces land tender

The area of the former amusement park in the Valea Morilor Park, along with the adjacent spaces managed by the Moldexpo Exhibition Center, will be leased for the development of modern sports and leisure facilities. This development will feature courts for pickleball, badminton, and padel, as well as a culinary area.