The European Union has funded new programs to develop Moldova's startup ecosystem: several local organizations have received support to provide incubation, acceleration, and assistance in bringing projects to foreign markets. The initiative covers various stages of growth for technology businesses and could significantly intensify competition for investment and talent in the sector.
According to estimates by the Ministry of Finance, the 2027 excise tax policy will generate additional revenue of 2.7 billion lei for the budget
Moldova has revised the procedure for registering CE-marked medical devices: the process has been shifted to a more digital format and made significantly more flexible for applicants. The new rules are intended to reduce the administrative burden on market participants and speed up the processing of documents; however, they include important details that may affect the operations of manufacturers and their representatives.
Parliament approved the draft tax and customs policy for 2027 in its first reading: the proposed changes will generate 5.1 billion lei for the budget
Moldova is discussing a major overhaul of pharmaceutical market regulations that could change how medications are accessed in rural areas and expand the range of services offered by pharmacies. The draft law provides for new service models, additional regulatory requirements, and specific support measures for market participants; however, the final details may still be adjusted based on the results of consultations.
In Moldova, 599 companies participated in the BRIDGE Missions program from 2022 to 2025, and in 2025, its participants exported $1.5 million worth of goods
Prime Minister Vasile Tofan presented a concept for deregulation and the simplification of inspections, which will be developed into draft laws and government resolutions
In early September, the Moldova Innovation Technology Park reached a significant milestone in the number of active residents, reflecting the continued growth of the country's technology ecosystem. Amid these new additions, both local and international teams are joining the park, and one of the recent residents has become emblematic of this stage of development.
Moldova and Japan will expand their cooperation to enhance the competitiveness of our country's small and medium-sized enterprises and promote their wider adoption of Japanese management methods and productivity improvements
"Reducing bureaucracy is important for streamlining the process of launching, testing, and growing a business, especially in the early stages," said Claudiu Năsui.
Moldova is expanding the range of industries capable of attracting foreign capital and is focusing not only on already established export sectors but also on new areas with high growth potential. At Moldova Business Week 2026, investors will be presented with projects and conditions for entering the sectors that are currently shaping the next wave of business activity in the country.
The Moldovan government has approved a draft tax and customs policy that calls for the introduction of excise taxes on sweetened non-alcoholic and energy drinks starting in 2027. The initiative has already drawn criticism from the business community, which warns of risks to the industry and disputes the government's approach to market regulation.
Moldova is preparing to amend the tax mechanism that affects the calculation of the base price for cigarettes and cigarillos. The decision has already been approved by the government as part of a new tax policy and may have an impact on the retail market for tobacco products.
In Moldova, a special VAT regime and a processing fee of 12 lei per package will be introduced for goods imported through online commerce with a value of up to 150 euros
The Moldovan government has approved a draft of a new tax and budget policy that calls for a phased increase in excise taxes on tobacco and similar products through 2029. The changes will affect several categories of goods at once and may have a significant impact on the market; however, the key parameters and the dynamics of the rates will only become clear from the full version of the document.
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