Moldova's latest economic and policy updates point to a busy week ahead, with public finances, external balances and energy-market reforms all moving in parallel. New measures affecting cross-border payments, postal shipments and investment projects are also set to reshape the business environment in the coming months.
Moldova has announced a grant competition for researchers at state universities, aimed at promoting scientific achievements and international cooperation. Projects related to publications, participation in international events, and the patenting of innovations will be eligible for support, and the selection process will take into account the applicants' research activity and recognition over recent years.
In recent years, the export of medical services has accelerated significantly in Moldova, and the topic of its further growth became one of the key issues at a specialized forum held as part of Moldova Business Week 2026. Participants discussed how investments in infrastructure, technology, and service quality can simultaneously support the modernization of the healthcare system and enhance its economic impact.
Moldova's authorities are moving to speed up a broad package of investment projects under the country's Economic Growth Plan, with a focus on infrastructure, energy, agriculture, education and public services. Officials also reviewed projects already in preparation, signaling that the next phase will be critical for meeting deadlines and delivering visible economic results.
A program to modernize schools and kindergartens is launching in several communities in Moldova: local authorities have already signed funding agreements, and the work will involve a number of educational institutions. The project includes a set of measures to reduce energy consumption and costs; the full version of the article provides details on the financing structure, a list of solutions, and the expected impact on local budgets.
Moldova is seeking to deepen economic ties with Norway and draw in new investment, with talks also covering continued cooperation in energy, education and resilience-related projects. The discussions highlighted a broader agenda that could shape bilateral relations in the coming period, including areas where further support and new initiatives are expected.
The European Commission is wrapping up its evaluation of applications for the Moldova investment competition: interest in the program turned out to be significantly higher than expected, and some of the projects have already received preliminary support. The focus is on initiatives in key economic sectors, and selection is based on several criteria, making the results of the call for proposals particularly important for the market.
Moldova is preparing stricter requirements for the labeling of tobacco products and health warnings: Parliament has already approved the relevant amendments in the first reading. The changes will affect not only cigarettes but also related products, and may lead to additional restrictions on certain items if they are confirmed to pose an increased health risk.
Prime Minister Vasile Tofan called on Norwegian companies and funds to explore investment opportunities in Moldova
The Balti Mayor's office is considering providing additional support to those in need amid plans to double the heating rate
Moldova plans to accelerate the implementation of its Growth Plan and the advancement of 20 priority projects for which European funding has been requested
In 2025, Moldova received 1.4 billion euros in foreign aid, which is 10% less than in 2024 (1.6 billion euros).
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