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From Chisinau to Tirana, Sofia to Skopje, the cultures are different, the houses are different, but the challenges associated with a renovation project remain the same: rising material prices, limited access to flexible financing and the need to effectively manage the entire process. iute Group, an international financial group with a presence in Albania, Bulgaria, Northern Macedonia and the Republic of Moldova, is simultaneously launching in all four markets the “Home & Renovation” campaign, a regional campaign based on shared reality and offering a real solution to one of the most important financial issues in a client’s life: home renovation.

“Home & Renovation” by iute: a complete solution for one of the most important projects – home renovation

“Home & Renovation” by iute: a complete solution for one of the most important projects – home renovation

Today, 10:48

According to the National Commission on Financial Market, at the end of April the second issue of corporate bonds within the IV program of public offering of commercial bank maib was successfully registered in the Register of securities issuers.

MAIB expands the corporate securities market

MAIB expands the corporate securities market

Today, 12:42
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As of May 1, 2026, a new entrepreneurial patent form is issued in Moldova. It contains a number of data about the holder and its identification is done by means of a QR code.

A new patent form has been introduced

A new patent form has been introduced

Today, 10:29

In April 2026, the Fund for Agricultural Credit (FCA) program provided financial resources to support 75 agricultural enterprises. A total of 483 micro and small enterprises in the agricultural sector were financed under this program between March 2025 and April 2026.

FCA program in Moldovan agriculture: amounts, segments, recipients

FCA program in Moldovan agriculture: amounts, segments, recipients

Today, 12:48

Coins ceased to represent value as currency in Late Antiquity. A new study of a Roman warrior’s burial from Belgium’s Fort Odenburg has revealed the point at which coins became valued simply by the weight of the metal in the wallet. The transition from coins to scrap metal mirrored the Roman warrior’s wallet.

The “end of money” has already happened once before

The “end of money” has already happened once before

03 May 2026
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On May 4, the Asian Development Bank announced a project that could change the way we use technology forever. It’s about creating a giant network that connects energy and the Internet across the continent, from Tokyo to the remote corners of Southeast Asia. This is not just a construction project, but an attempt to turn the entire region into a single supercomputer. The bank is ready to allocate $70 billion for this by 2035.

Asia is building a $70 billion “digital superhighway”

Asia is building a $70 billion “digital superhighway”

04 May 2026

The Internal Protection and Anti-Corruption Service (SPIA) of the Ministry of Interior, in cooperation with the Prosecutor’s Office for Combating Organized Crime and Special Cases (PCCOCS), suppressed the activity of a criminal group specialized in the production and sale of forged documents, including identity cards and driving licenses issued by the authorities of the Republic of Moldova and Romania.

The criminal group was involved in document forgery

The criminal group was involved in document forgery

Today, 11:22

The problem of trade in theses and dissertations in Moldova has become so obvious that the authorities are forced to bring it to the level of parliamentary discussions and prepare systematic measures for its suppression.

Business on diplomas will be discussed in parliament

Business on diplomas will be discussed in parliament

03 May 2026

The Ministry of Energy initiated the process of granting the status of a strategic object of national interest for the country’s energy security to the construction of the 400 kV Straseni-Gutinas transmission line, as well as the modernization of the 330 kV power plant in Straseni.

The Straseni-Gutinas line will be given the status of a strategic project

The Straseni-Gutinas line will be given the status of a strategic project

Today, 09:04

The Ministry of Energy initiated the process of granting the status of a strategic object of national interest for the country’s energy security to the construction of the 400 kV Straseni-Gutinas transmission line, as well as the modernization of the 330 kV power plant in Straseni.

The Straseni-Gutinas line will be given the status of a strategic project

The Straseni-Gutinas line will be given the status of a strategic project

Today, 09:04

There is a link between the accession process of Moldova and Ukraine. The accession process of Ukraine is very sensitive. However, Hungary may give an answer regarding Moldova’s accession by the end of June this year. This was stated by Romanian President Nicusor Dan, who expressed hope that “the answer will be positive”.

Nikusor Dan: Hungary’s response on Moldova’s accession to the EU is expected by the end of June

Nikusor Dan: Hungary’s response on Moldova’s accession to the EU is expected by the end of June

04 May 2026

Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu will pay a working visit to Dubrovnik, Croatia, where he will participate in the 11th summit of the Three Seas Initiative (3SI). In parallel with the official program, closed sessions will be held with the participation of a limited number of investors and key decision makers from the region and beyond.

Moldovan premier to attend summit where ‘decisions are made’

Moldovan premier to attend summit where ‘decisions are made’

27 April 2026

The Union of Sugar Producers of Moldova (UPZM) and the Association of Sugar Beet Producers of Moldova call on the government to “urgently resume the procedure of approving the decree on the regulation of sugar imports”. The draft of this document provided for the indefinite exemption of sugar from the free trade regime under the agreement between Moldova and CEFTA countries. A week ago, the draft was withdrawn, the State Chancellery said. The reasons were not given, but apparently one of them was the absence of a positive opinion from the Competition Council.

Moldovan sugar producers and beet growers against uncontrolled sugar imports

Moldovan sugar producers and beet growers against uncontrolled sugar imports

04 May 2026

The government plans to raise the minimum amount of strategic natural gas reserves from 50 million to 56.3 million cubic meters.

Strategic gas reserves will be increased

Strategic gas reserves will be increased

03 May 2026

OPEC+ members raised their combined oil production targets for June by 188,000 bpd after the UAE left the group. Seven key countries – Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria and Oman – agreed to increase the volumes.

OPEC+ members to increase oil production

OPEC+ members to increase oil production

04 May 2026

The Republic of Moldova now has a roadmap, a GIS database and a set of technical tools to bring the Emerald Network in line with Natura 2000 standards, developed under the first LIFE project implemented in the country.

There are more than 60 “emerald sites” in Moldova

There are more than 60 “emerald sites” in Moldova

29 April 2026

The Republic of Moldova plans to expand the system of human biomonitoring, including newborns. The initiative is implemented by the National Agency of Public Health within the framework of the scientific program on chemical risk assessment.

Experts will study the effects of lead on newborns

Experts will study the effects of lead on newborns

04 May 2026

More than 80% of Moldova’s housing stock is located in rural settlements. This is evidenced by the final data of the population and housing census presented by the National Bureau of Statistics.

In Moldova, the majority of housing is concentrated in rural areas

In Moldova, the majority of housing is concentrated in rural areas

04 May 2026

The registration for the EU-Moldova Investment Conference dedicated to attracting investments and strengthening the economic partnership with the European Union has started. The conference will take place on June 4 in Chisinau.

Registration for the EU-Moldova Investment Conference opened

Registration for the EU-Moldova Investment Conference opened

Today, 11:14

The government proposes to change the rules of operation of the company “Moldova HiTech Park” in order to start using the 80 million lei budgeted for 2026. Currently, due to the lack of a clear mechanism, this money is virtually “frozen”.

Government unblocks 80 million lei for “Moldova HiTech Park”

Government unblocks 80 million lei for “Moldova HiTech Park”

04 May 2026

PARIS/LOVELAND-The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced in early April a plan to deliver half of its government services using agent-based artificial intelligence (AI) within the next two years. According to the plan, AI will play the role of an “executive partner” that “analyzes, decides, executes and improves in real time” without human intervention.

Watch out for AI government

Watch out for AI government

03 May 2026

The town of Cricova, part of the Chisinau municipality, is facing an acute shortage of burial places, forcing the local authorities to look for a solution to expand the existing cemeteries. In this context, a group of deputies proposes to transfer a land plot of 0.8754 hectares from the state property to the Cricova City Hall.

There are not enough cemetery spaces in the town of Cricova

There are not enough cemetery spaces in the town of Cricova

04 May 2026

In early March, the National Energy Regulatory Agency (ANRE) extended until the end of June the decision to appoint Moldovagaz JSC responsible for ensuring gas supply to the Transnistrian region. Earlier, in 2023, ANRE revoked the license for natural gas transportation from the Moldovan-Russian company, giving this function to a subsidiary of the Romanian state operator Transgaz. And in 2025 – the license for supply, which is now handled by the Moldovan state-owned company Energocom.

Vadim Cheban: The energy market has not become more stable, free and predictable

Vadim Cheban: The energy market has not become more stable, free and predictable

01 April 2026

In October 2025, the Moldovan government imposed a de facto ban on sugar imports from Serbia to the Moldovan market for a period of 200 days under the pretext of protecting the sector. This measure was presented as a supportive measure to give local sugar producers another hypothetical chance to “perk up”. Even at the cost of quite real sacrifices imposed on the entire food industry of Moldova. Let us assess what happened in the end.

How to clog the market: the unseemly story of one Moldovan government project

How to clog the market: the unseemly story of one Moldovan government project

21 April 2026

Italian fashion house Prada ended the first quarter of 2026 with revenue growth of 3% in comparable exchange rates, despite mixed performance in key markets. Total group revenue amounted to 1.4 billion euros (about $1.64 billion), which was in line with Visible Alpha analysts’ expectations.

Prada reported quarterly revenue growth to €1.4 billion

Prada reported quarterly revenue growth to €1.4 billion

04 May 2026

Tournament debutant Wu Yijie of China defeated 2005 World Champion Sean Murphy of England in a thrilling final at the 2026 World Snooker Championship in Sheffield, England. In the 35-frame final, the young snooker player won the deciding game in a 17-17 tie, adding to the value of his triumph.

China’s Wu Yijie has become a sensational snooker world champion

China’s Wu Yijie has become a sensational snooker world champion

Today, 10:03

The figure of 3,000 inhabitants per administrative center, proposed as a minimum threshold within the framework of the local self-government reform, has no scientific justification. This opinion was expressed by expert Viorel Rusu during the public discussion “Administrative-territorial reform in Moldova. Concept”.

Expert: The threshold of 3,000 inhabitants per mayor’s office is not scientifically confirmed

Expert: The threshold of 3,000 inhabitants per mayor’s office is not scientifically confirmed

02 May 2026

A direct rail line will be built between the two airports in Istanbul, Turkey, separated by the Bosphorus Strait, which will make it much easier to travel when transferring, Logos Press reported.

Istanbul has made it easier to transfer between airports

Istanbul has made it easier to transfer between airports

06 April 2026
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