Vasile Tofan presented a concept for deregulation and streamlining inspections
Prime Minister Vasile Tofan presented a concept for deregulation and the simplification of inspections, which will be developed into draft laws and government resolutions
Competition
Temporary licensing of grain imports will protect producers from unfair competition
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.
A regulation on state aid to finance investment risks has taken effect in Moldova
New regulations governing the provision of state aid to finance investment risks have taken effect in Moldova. The document specifies the circumstances under which such support may be considered compatible with competition, as well as how the relevant schemes will be evaluated, monitored, and reported on.
The Ministry of Finance is discussing new rules with the industry regarding packages from overseas online retailers
Moldova's Ministry of Finance is discussing changes to the tax and customs regime for packages from foreign online stores with postal and courier service providers as part of its preparations for the 2027 tax policy
Moldova will introduce grain import licensing to protect local farmers
Moldova plans to introduce a licensing system for grain imports through October 31 to protect domestic agricultural producers
Moldova Will Establish a Commission to Investigate Antidumping, Countervailing, and Safeguard Measures
Moldova will update the mechanism for reviewing business complaints regarding the protection of the domestic market from dumping, subsidized imports, and a sharp increase in imports. A new standing commission will replace the structures that have been in place since the early 2000s and will operate under rules aligned with EU and WTO standards; the article provides details on the procedure for launching investigations, the composition of the body, and the timelines for decision-making.
Moldova Will Impose VAT and Excise Taxes on Imports of Certain Goods into Transnistria
Moldova is preparing a phased change to the tax regime for a number of goods imported into Transnistria: in the first phase, the new rules will apply to a limited list of products, and the list will then be expanded. The authorities hope to gradually level the playing field for businesses and reduce existing exemptions; however, the details of the reform and its implications for the market will only become clear once the full text of the draft is available.
In Moldova, commercial agents will be able to receive compensation upon termination of a contract
Moldova is preparing changes to the rules governing commercial agents: upon termination of a contract, they will be entitled to compensation and reimbursement for losses, and the terms of post-contractual restrictions will be more clearly defined. The amendments are intended to make agency relationships more predictable and bring national legislation into line with European standards; however, a final decision has yet to be made by parliament.
Moldova is reforming its postal sector to facilitate EU integration and support Poșta Moldovei
Moldova is preparing a reform of the postal sector that is intended to bring the industry in line with EU standards while also changing the rules governing support for the national operator. The authorities also intend to review their approach to compensating for social obligations, controlling rates, and regulating the rapidly growing parcel market, where the balance of power is already shifting noticeably.
Moldovan farmers have called for measures to save the grain and oilseed sectors
Moldovan farmers have reported a severe crisis in the grain and oilseed sectors and have called on the authorities to take measures to stabilize the situation, prevent an increase in the VAT rate on agricultural products, and resume licensing for imports of grains and oilseeds
Moldova will tighten regulations for investment companies in line with EU standards
Moldova's legislation governing the supervision of investment companies will be brought into line with EU requirements, and the initial capital requirements for authorizing investment companies will be increased
The Moldovan government will support the IT industry to foster growth and international competitiveness
The Moldovan government has stated its readiness to support the IT sector as one of the key drivers of the country’s economy and digital transformation. At a meeting with representatives of the technology park, measures were discussed aimed at maintaining the sector’s investment appeal and strengthening its position in international markets.
Moldovan farmers have called on the authorities to resolve the diesel fuel shortage
The "Farmers' Power" Association has called on Moldovan authorities to address the shortage of diesel fuel needed for agricultural work
Moldova has launched an electronic platform for the procurement of electricity by non-household consumers
The Romanian Commodity Exchange EST (BRM EST Moldova) has launched an electronic platform to facilitate electricity procurement by non-household consumers in Moldova
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