The European Central Bank (ECB) kept rates unchanged, warning that tensions in the Middle East and risks in the oil market could stoke inflation. The baseline forecast is for 2.6% in 2026, but with energy shocks, inflation could rise to 3.5-4.4% depending on the duration of supply disruptions.
Lagarde: war with Iran raises inflation significantly
US President Donald Trump wants to end the conflict with Iran in the coming weeks.
WSJ: Trump aims to end war with Iran before his visit to Beijing
The procedure for the operation of tax checkpoints will be adjusted. The authorities intend to improve the legal framework in this respect, taking into account the proposals of taxpayers.
The rules for tax checkpoints will change
Chisinau hosted the GPeC Meetup Chisinau, one of the most relevant events dedicated to e-commerce and digital transformation in the region, supported by iute Moldova as official partner. The event brought together entrepreneurs, online sales experts, business representatives and technology specialists, in a context marked by accelerated digitalization and the adoption of artificial intelligence.
Iute Moldova at GPeC Meetup Chisinau: BNPL accelerates growth in e-commerce
The process of voluntary unification of mayoralties will become simpler, more flexible and more adapted to the needs of communities. Amendments to the current mechanism were approved today by the Cabinet of Ministers.
Procedures for merging city halls will be simplified
The European potato market is facing a significant excess of supply over demand, forcing farmers to pay extra to dispose of the produce.
Potatoes are almost worthless in Europe due to large stocks
In the Netherlands found remains that may belong to the legendary musketeer Charles de Butts de Castelmore, d’Artagnan – the historical prototype of the hero of the works of Alexander Dumas.
Archaeologists have found the possible burial site of the legendary musketeer d’Artagnan
Famous Moldovan journalist Vladimir Solovyov has been put on the wanted list by the Russian Interior Ministry.
Moldovan journalist wanted in Russia
The government has approved a methodology that allows for prompt adjustment of passenger transportation tariffs depending on the rise in fuel prices. Infrastructure and Regional Development Minister Volodymyr Bolea said that the new mechanism will come into force immediately after its publication, i.e. on Thursday, March 26, in the afternoon. At the same time, compensations to carriers to reduce the burden on passengers are being discussed.
Carriers may be partially compensated for costs
Over the past few days, European Union countries have stepped up their assistance to Moldova in overcoming the crisis related to the pollution of the Dniester River.
EU countries step up assistance to Moldova over pollution of the Dniester River
The assessment of the functioning of the Black Sea corridor to Ukrainian ports as a vital economic line will be one of the topics of the international Conference on Security in the Black Sea Region to be held in Chisinau.
Chisinau to discuss the work of the Black Sea corridor to Ukrainian ports
As a result of face-to-face inspections carried out by inspectors of the National Agency for Food Safety (ANSA) at the border points of the Republic of Moldova, a consignment of 10.5 tons of poor-quality imported dried fruit mixture (apples, apricots, plums, cherries) was detected.
ANSA returned a large shipment of moldy dried fruit to the sender
In 2025, the United States was the world’s largest producer of crude oil and condensate, producing 13.58 million barrels per day (mb/d), well ahead of Russia (9.87 mb/d) and Saudi Arabia (9.51 mb/d). Together, these three countries were responsible for 39% of global crude oil production in 2025.
Just three countries produce 39% of the world’s oil production
European scientists are developing bio-based fertilizers that would reduce Europe’s dependence on Russian imports. One promising solution is algae grown on wastewater.
Algae grown on wastewater saves farmers nitrogen fertilizer
Since the beginning of 2026, the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan has withdrawn bitcoins totaling $150 million from its reserves and continues to actively sell the cryptocurrency. This makes investors carefully analyze the purpose and motives behind such actions.
Bhutan has fallen out of the top three bitcoin holders and baffled investors
The energy systems of the ASEAN+3 countries, a group that includes members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) plus China, Japan and South Korea, are under increasing strain. Climate shocks are jeopardizing infrastructure and security of supply. Rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital infrastructure has caused a surge in demand for electricity. Geopolitical tensions are creating new volatility in global energy markets.
Energy resilience for ASEAN+3 countries
Companies have received protection from blocking of bank accounts and forced collection of funds in cases when debts are formed due to unfulfilled obligations of state institutions. The corresponding norm is included in the package of legislative amendments finally approved by the Parliament on Thursday, March 26.
The state protects businesses from their own debts
Against the backdrop of slowing economic growth, a lack of long-term capital and intense competition for investment between countries in the region, Moldova clearly needs new sources of capital inflows into the real economy. One potentially effective instrument is the investment residence permit.
Investor without status: Why a residence permit in Moldova does not attract capital
The sugar market is not about “sweetness”, but about economy in its purest form: excess supply, rising costs and managerial mistakes are instantly converted into price. That is why there is always a lot of information noise around sugar – slogans “let’s provide the market with our own”, “the market needs protection”, “importers are enemies”. But the noise does not change the main thing: the market does not punish imports – the market punishes inefficiency. And today this is evident all over Europe.
The end of the sweet “sugar era”
Moldretail is the leader in sales in Moldovan chain retail. In 2025, its Linella chain reached a record turnover of 14.5 billion lei for Moldova, and the number of stores grew to 210, Logos Press reported.
Linella adapts, or how to get 14.5 billion lei
Scientists have found a simple and affordable way that can help slow down the aging process – it’s not what we eat, but when we eat. A new study, has found that strict eating habits and a long overnight break between the last and first meal of the day can significantly increase the chances of “healthy aging”. This means not only a reduced risk of chronic disease, but also better brain function, mood and overall health.
The timing of meals affects the rate of aging
Alexander Kapmoale won the Grand Prix of Slovakia among athletes under 21 years old, Petru Ursak and Eldar Antoch took prizes among younger participants of the tournament held under the auspices of the World Karate Federation (WKF), reports Logos Press.
Moldovan karate players distinguished themselves in Slovakia
The U.S. will launch a nuclear-powered interplanetary spacecraft for the first time in history, according to Logos Press.
NASA will send a ship with a nuclear reactor to Mars
