The European Union continues to strengthen its position as a key market for Moldovan exports: in the first half of the year, the share of exports to EU countries increased, and their value rose significantly. The export mix continues to include both traditional product groups and new areas of focus, with several European markets standing out among the main export destinations.
Inflation accelerated again in August, moving back above the central bank's target band, while the government advanced a new tax and customs package that could reshape several business segments next year. At the same time, regulators are preparing a broad deregulation push, energy and trade data point to shifting market dynamics, and several corporate and infrastructure developments are set to draw investor attention.
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
Moldova's National Bureau of Statistics has launched a new online portal for international trade in goods, giving users an interactive tool to explore and download trade data in a more flexible format. The platform has already been refined after a public testing period and now offers expanded options for analysis, including multiple classifications, reporting periods and partner groupings.
Moldova's economic agenda is being reshaped by a mix of fiscal revisions, a softer growth outlook and higher inflation expectations, while key infrastructure and trade developments continue to affect the business environment. At the same time, new regulatory steps in agriculture, labor market data and banking indicators point to important shifts that market participants will want to watch closely.
In Moldova, the parliament has definitively approved a temporary licensing regime for imports of grains and oilseeds; however, by the time of the second reading, the bill had been significantly shortened and amended. The decision has already drawn criticism from the author of the initiative, who warns of risks to local farmers and points to controversial amendments to the control mechanism.
Parliament approved in the first reading a bill on temporary licensing of grain and oilseed imports, which the authors cite as a measure to protect local producers and ensure stricter control over raw material flows. This article examines the risks to the market and logistics that some see in this measure and why it has already sparked a debate between processors and farmers.
Moldova has announced its intention to boost trade with the United States and attract new American investment to the country, focusing on energy, infrastructure, and technology. Amid discussions on energy security and joint projects, the latest data on bilateral trade also remains on the agenda, revealing significant changes in the structure of trade between the two countries.
Moldova will introduce a temporary licensing system for imports of grains and oilseeds to protect agricultural producers
In Moldova, following a significant increase in fuel imports, the number of gas stations experiencing a diesel shortage has decreased. Authorities note that commercial stocks have risen and the market supply situation is gradually stabilizing, although restrictions remain in place in some regions.
Moldova has approved a new procedure for submitting applications and issuing decisions regarding mandatory tariff information (ITO) through the specialized e-ITO information system
The government supported the idea of temporary licensing for imports of grains and oilseeds, but proposed significantly shortening the duration of the mechanism and refining the conditions for its implementation. The Cabinet of Ministers points to risks to the market and possible consequences for processors and livestock producers, but emphasizes that before launching the initiative, its compliance with international obligations must still be verified and a number of important details must be finalized.
As of August 24, Energocom had purchased 9,200 MWh of electricity and fully met Moldova's electricity demand for the day
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