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.
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.
Romania remains the main export market for Moldovan wines; shipments to that neighboring country totaled approximately $45 million in 2025
A new exhibition, "Moldova Presents," will be held in April 2027 in Suceava to promote Moldovan products and expand trade with Romania
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.
More than 40 Moldovan wineries will participate in the 6th Moldovan Wine Festival in București, which will take place on September 5–6
A French investment in a Moldovan special economic zone has entered the European market with high-value-added products: the Chisinau-based company is already supplying chocolate-covered fruit to major European retail chains. Against the backdrop of a visit by a French parliamentary delegation to Moldova, discussions are expected on the prospects for bilateral economic cooperation and the conditions for new investment projects.
The Investment Agency has completed the selection process for the second BRIDGE Export 2026 competition: support will be provided to several industry associations whose projects are aimed at promoting Moldovan exports and entering new foreign markets. The program includes trade shows, business forums, market research, and B2B meetings, and the total funding and geographic scope of the initiatives indicate a significant expansion of the export agenda.
Moldova's apple sector is heading into the 2026 season with a stronger harvest outlook, but producers say the bigger crop will bring fresh commercial and logistical challenges. Industry representatives are also weighing changing market conditions, new tax rules and subsidy mechanisms, while looking for ways to secure sales and expand export destinations.
Moldova and Luxembourg have discussed ways to deepen trade, economic, and investment ties, alongside the next steps in Moldova's EU accession process. The talks also come against a shifting bilateral trade picture, with recent data pointing to notable changes in both exports and imports between the two countries.
Moldova's exports to markets outside the EU and the CIS increased significantly in January–May, and their share of total exports continued to grow. However, trends varied by market: some markets saw steady growth, while others experienced a noticeable decline, indicating a significant restructuring of foreign trade flows.
The 6th Moldovan Wine Festival will take place in Bucharest on September 5–6.
Romania is launching two new projects in Moldova aimed at strengthening agricultural institutions and the food safety system. The initiatives provide for support to relevant agencies and the introduction of modern equipment, which should bring the sector closer to European standards.
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