Chisinau tightens heating subsidy criteria to curb informal economy

Moldova's government is seeking external donor funding for upcoming winter heating subsidies after allocating only €27.4 million (approx. 550 million MDL) in the state budget, Prime Minister Vasile Tofan said on Wednesday.

Moldova issues seven-step guide for winter biomass heating

Moldova's Energy Ministry on Tuesday urged public institutions and consumers to prepare biomass heating systems ahead of the cold season, issuing a seven-step checklist to ensure operational safety and fuel efficiency.

Moldovan real wages grow 2.3% in second quarter as hiring expands

Moldova's average monthly gross wage rose 9.2% year-on-year to €840 (16,896 MDL) in the second quarter of 2026, the National Bureau of Statistics (BNS) said on Tuesday.

Chisinau phases in VAT on Transnistrian imports to curb smuggling

Moldova began phasing in standard value-added tax and excise duties on luxury imports into its breakaway Transnistria region on Tuesday, advancing economic reintegration and curbing cross-border smuggling.

Moldovan energy regulator raises gas rates to €1.01 per cubic meter

Moldova's energy regulator ANRE approved a 41% increase in household natural gas tariffs effective Tuesday, Sept. 1, driven by rising European procurement costs and winter restocking demands.

Global GDP to pass $150T by 2030 as Asia rises

The global economy will surpass $150 trillion by 2030, driven largely by emerging markets across Asia, according to the latest International Monetary Fund (IMF) projections. Asia will anchor this expansion with an estimated $55 trillion output, followed by North America and Europe.

Over 300 Moldovan producers showcase goods at Moldexpo fair

More than 300 domestic producers opened the second edition of Moldova's national trade exhibition on Friday at the Moldexpo exhibition center in Chișinău, organizers said.

Moldovans pay two monthly wages for iPhone 17 Pro, study shows

Moldova ranks among the world's ten most expensive countries for Apple's iPhone 17 Pro, where consumers pay roughly two monthly salaries for the flagship device, a 2026 comparative study showed.

Moldova PM orders health ministry to slash dental clinic rules

Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan has instructed Health Minister Alexandru Gasnas to present comprehensive deregulation measures for private dental clinics at the next cabinet meeting. The directive follows consultations with medical tourism industry leaders who cited severe administrative bottlenecks and disproportionate licensing burdens.

Moldova begins phased tax integration for breakaway Transnistria

The Moldovan Government is initiating a phased harmonization of the tax and customs regime applied to goods imported by businesses located in the breakaway Transnistrian region. The first set of duties will take effect on September 1.

Russian universities push students into military contracts

Forty-seven of Russia's top 50 universities are actively urging students to sign contracts with the Russian Ministry of Defense, according to an investigation by Novaya Gazeta Europe cited by Meduza. The findings are based on the 2026 Raex academic rankings and institutional announcements.

Parliament eases foreign exchange limits in EU alignment push

Moldova will raise the threshold for foreign currency operations exempt from National Bank of Moldova (BNM) authorization from €10,000 (approx. 201,530 MDL) to €100,000 (approx. 2,015,300 MDL). Lawmakers approved the legislative initiative in its first reading with 66 votes.