“Employment for Everyone” program with training and mentoring in Chisinau

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.

Moldova fuel prices drop below key thresholds amid US-Iran deal

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 launches sustainable tourism grants up to €38,000 for NGOs

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 secures €61.5m EIB investment to upgrade infrastructure

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.

Moldova mandates livestock registry and bee tracking system

The Parliament of Moldova approved amendments to the law on animal identification and registration in its first reading on June 18. The updated legislation aims to modernize the livestock and apiculture sectors while strengthening food traceability standards.

Moldova vegetable trade deficit reaches $115 million amid import surge

Moldova has lost its status as a net vegetable exporter, with imports now outpacing exports 15-fold. This shift occurs as domestic production fails to meet rising consumer demand, according to an economic analysis presented by policy expert Veaceslav Ionita on June 19, 2026.

Moldova seeks to cut China trade deficit via agricultural expansion

The Republic of Moldova is actively restructuring its trade strategy with China to correct a massive commercial imbalance. National Bureau of Statistics data reveals that Moldova’s 2025 imports from China reached $1.25 billion (approx. 24.5 billion MDL), while exports stood at a mere $8.5 million.

Moldova taxi operators transition to standard payroll taxes

The State Tax Service (SFS) has announced a major regulatory overhaul for the commercial transportation sector. Effective July 1, 2026, employed taxi drivers in Moldova will transition to the standard national payroll taxation system.

Moldova to streamline public sector pay scales by 2032 for equity

Moldova has launched public consultations on a sweeping structural reform of its public sector payroll system. The initiative aims to build an equitable, predictable, and performance-driven remuneration framework across all state institutions.

Moldova raises rate to 7% as fiscal reforms protect consumers

The National Bank of Moldova (NBM) adjusted its monetary policy rate upward to 7% from 6.5%, responding to mounting inflationary pressures. The 50-basis-point increase reflects heightened caution as global energy and commodity prices continue to destabilize domestic markets.

Expert Viorel Gîrbu on the 7% base rate: “It is an error; the NBM is hitting the economy”

Economic expert Viorel Gîrbu argues that the National Bank of Moldova's (BNM) decision to raise the base interest rate to 7% is a mistake that will negatively impact both the population and the business environment. He explains that inflationary pressures are mainly driven by external factors, and that tightening monetary policy will not effectively address the issue.

Straseni-Gutinas line: Pre-feasibility study completed

The Republic of Moldova has made progress in its strategic project "Liberty Line," which involves establishing the third high-voltage electrical interconnection with Romania. The pre-feasibility study for the 400 kV Straseni-Gutinas overhead power line has been completed. The findings of this study were presented to Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu on Thursday, June 18, by Nick Pietrowicz, the Chargé d'Affaires at the United States Embassy in the Republic of Moldova.