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Golovatyuk: domestic government debt is more expensive

As of the beginning of 2026, servicing Moldova's domestic public debt costs the budget significantly more than servicing external debt, often amounting to almost double the difference in expenditures.

07 May 2026 |

Ирина Коваленко

Digital imaging of minimally invasive cardiac interventions now available in Moldova

Today, 09:03 |

Светлана Руденко

RETN launches a new trunk route through Romania connecting the Balkans, Moldova and Ukraine

Today, 08:34 |

Игорь Фомин

NARE has a “practitioner” with drilling experience

Today, 08:00 |

Светлана Руденко

EU again fails to agree on transatlantic duty deal

07 May 2026 |

Ирина Коваленко

Italy’s political scandal: Meloni was the victim of a “savory” AI fakeout

07 May 2026 |

Наташа Ким

Government agencies are being encouraged to use AI for translation

07 May 2026 |

Светлана Руденко

China accelerates localization of wafer production for AI chips

07 May 2026 |

Дмитрий Калак

The number of offenses has increased in Moldova

07 May 2026 |

Игорь Фомин

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Top News

Mircea Baciu: Moldova can increase its exports through international online platforms

In an interview with our portal, entrepreneur Mircea Baciu spoke about a real opportunity that would allow Moldova to significantly increase its exports – through the use of international online trading platforms.

Mircea Baciu: Moldova can increase its exports through international online platforms

07 May 2026

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

05 May 2026

Stagflation of the sugar market in Moldova: both shortages and price increases are possible

29 April 2026

Mircea Baciu: Moldova can increase its exports through international online platforms

Politics & Economy

Poland and Lithuania agree to host U.S. military leaving Germany

Poland and Lithuania offer the United States a new bridgehead: the countries are ready to accept troops withdrawn from Germany and strengthen NATO’s eastern flank. This was announced by Polish President Karol Nawrocki during a joint exercise in Lithuania.

Poland and Lithuania agree to host U.S. military leaving Germany

07 May 2026

On September 1, the parliament will work under new rules. The opposition calls it “Glory to the CPSU!”

07 May 2026

Zelensky: “an important step in relations with Hungary” – values returned

07 May 2026

Poland and Lithuania agree to host U.S. military leaving Germany

Banks & Finance

Temporary importation of private aircraft, ships and horses from the EU will be exempted from taxes and fees

The Ministry of Finance has drafted a bill on the exemption from taxes and fees of a part of transport temporarily imported from EU member states. The document will harmonize the national legislation with European regulations and will become effective at the moment of Moldova’s accession to the EU.

Temporary importation of private aircraft, ships and horses from the EU will be exempted from taxes and fees

07 May 2026

ODA promises support of 600 thousand lei for starting businesses for young people and migrants

07 May 2026

Moldova will create a Guarantee Fund for employees in case of bankruptcy of the enterprise

07 May 2026

Temporary importation of private aircraft, ships and horses from the EU will be exempted from taxes and fees

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Business & Companies

Legislation on trade missions will be brought under EU norms

The Ministry of Economy has drafted a bill harmonizing the national legal framework with the provisions of the European directive applicable to independent trade agents. It will be considered at the next government meeting.

Legislation on trade missions will be brought under EU norms

07 May 2026

Pandora beats revenue forecasts amid weaker demand in U.S.

06 May 2026

ASU introduces new tariffs for registration of legal entities

06 May 2026

Legislation on trade missions will be brought under EU norms

City & Regions

Authorities promise fair compensation for land allocated for waste management infrastructure

The authorities intend to accelerate the development of regional waste management infrastructure by recognizing the relevant works as objects of public necessity of national importance and introducing legislative measures to ensure their prompt implementation.

Authorities promise fair compensation for land allocated for waste management infrastructure

07 May 2026

Which European capitals are the greenest?

06 May 2026

Mayor Balti: Local government reform leaves more questions than answers

06 May 2026

Authorities promise fair compensation for land allocated for waste management infrastructure

Agribusiness & Winemaking

Prospects for the apricot crop in Europe in 2026

Apricot production this year in Europe is expected to be 505 thousand tons. That is, about 6% more compared to last year’s figure (476 thousand tons). However, the 2026 crop will probably be lower than in 2024 (563 thousand tons).

Prospects for the apricot crop in Europe in 2026

07 May 2026

ANSA will accept students for internships

07 May 2026

Azerbaijan is interested in Moldova’s experience in viticulture and winemaking

07 May 2026

Prospects for the apricot crop in Europe in 2026

Art & Culture

“Blood is the art of Russia”: Pussy Riot staged a loud protest at the Venice Biennale

The Russian pavilion at the Venice Biennale has once again found itself at the center of an international scandal. During a VIP preview of the exhibition, activists from Pussy Riot and the Ukrainian FEMEN movement held a loud protest against Russia’s participation in the world’s largest contemporary art show.

“Blood is the art of Russia”: Pussy Riot staged a loud protest at the Venice Biennale

07 May 2026

Moldova is presented at the Venice Biennale for the first time

07 May 2026

The “end of money” has already happened once before

03 May 2026

“Blood is the art of Russia”: Pussy Riot staged a loud protest at the Venice Biennale

Artificial Intelligence

IBM report confirms companies are moving towards an era of ‘AI CEOs’

Some 76% of the world’s largest organizations have formally introduced the position of Chief AI Officer (CAIO) in 2026.

IBM report confirms companies are moving towards an era of ‘AI CEOs’

04 May 2026

How AI can turn into billions: TiEcon 2026 captures the market turnaround

03 May 2026

IBM report confirms companies are moving towards an era of ‘AI CEOs’

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Culture

Oscar organizers have banned AI-generated actors and scripts

The actors and writers who will be competing for the 99th annual Academy Awards must be human.

Oscar organizers have banned AI-generated actors and scripts

04 May 2026

Mendel Axelrod was elected Chief Rabbi of the Jewish Community of Moldova

03 May 2026

UN says risks to journalists on Press Freedom Day

03 May 2026

Oscar organizers have banned AI-generated actors and scripts

Digitalization

Asia is building a $70 billion “digital superhighway”

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”

04 May 2026

Courts will be able to hold sessions online

03 May 2026

The Art of Market Manipulation by Ilon Musk

03 May 2026

Asia is building a $70 billion “digital superhighway”

Economy & Law

Export of personal cars temporarily on the territory of Moldova will be allowed to authorized persons

The Parliament is considering a bill that would allow the exportation of cars for personal use under the temporary importation regime not only to the persons who have registered their importation, but also to other authorized persons.

Export of personal cars temporarily on the territory of Moldova will be allowed to authorized persons

07 May 2026

The powers of the Anti-Corruption Center will be expanded to protect EU funds

06 May 2026

The Association of Accountants and Auditors has a new executive director

06 May 2026

Export of personal cars temporarily on the territory of Moldova will be allowed to authorized persons

Education

Business on diplomas will be discussed in parliament

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

03 May 2026

Business on diplomas will be discussed in parliament

Electricity

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

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

05 May 2026

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

Energy

Dorin Junghietu: Moldova’s energy sector is in a more stable situation than before

In recent years, Moldova’s energy sector has undergone several stress tests, which revealed several significant vulnerabilities. Logos Press spoke to Energy Minister Dorin Junghietu about the actions being taken to improve the country’s energy security.

Dorin Junghietu: Moldova’s energy sector is in a more stable situation than before

07 May 2026

Energocom purchased cheaper energy in April

06 May 2026

Projects financed by energy efficiency contributions will be extended to the left bank of the Nistru River

06 May 2026

Dorin Junghietu: Moldova’s energy sector is in a more stable situation than before

European Integration

Kaya Callas goes to Chisinau, but will not stay for Europe Day celebrations

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Vice-President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas will pay an official visit to Chisinau on May 7-8, 2026.

Kaya Callas goes to Chisinau, but will not stay for Europe Day celebrations

05 May 2026

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

04 May 2026

The European Policy Community summit in Yerevan has started: what is its uniqueness?

04 May 2026

Kaya Callas goes to Chisinau, but will not stay for Europe Day celebrations

Events

Moldovan premier to attend summit where ‘decisions are made’

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’

27 April 2026

Government calls for lights to be turned off

28 March 2026

Chisinau to discuss the work of the Black Sea corridor to Ukrainian ports

14 March 2026

Moldovan premier to attend summit where ‘decisions are made’

Export & Import

Kazakhstan extended the ban on export of oil products

The Government of Kazakhstan decided to prolong temporary restrictions on the export of gasoline, diesel fuel and other fuels and lubricants. The corresponding order was signed by the Minister of Energy of Kazakhstan. As follows from the document, “these measures are aimed at protecting the domestic market and preventing fuel shortages in the country”.

Kazakhstan extended the ban on export of oil products

07 May 2026

CCI organized a dialogue on finding a “balanced solution” for the sugar market

07 May 2026

Ukraine launches regular cargo flight to Romania

07 May 2026

Kazakhstan extended the ban on export of oil products

FinTech

Scandal amid digital rights: Zambia canceled RightsCon’s biggest forum

The Zambian government has canceled at the last minute the RightsCon 2026 conference that was to be held in Lusaka from May 5 to 8. The forum is considered the largest global platform at the intersection of technology, human rights and digital politics.

Scandal amid digital rights: Zambia canceled RightsCon’s biggest forum

05 May 2026

Bitcoin retargets the $80,000 mark amid rising stocks and lower oil prices due to optimism about Iran

02 May 2026

Scandal amid digital rights: Zambia canceled RightsCon’s biggest forum

Gas

Pipeline laying work has begun for Romania’s largest offshore gas project in the Black Sea

Work has begun on laying pipelines for Romania’s Neptun Deep gas project in the Black Sea, one of the European Union’s largest energy fields with estimated reserves of 100 billion cubic meters of recoverable gas.

Pipeline laying work has begun for Romania’s largest offshore gas project in the Black Sea

06 May 2026

The EU has overpaid about €30 billion for oil and gas since the beginning of the Iran crisis

05 May 2026

Strategic gas reserves will be increased

03 May 2026

Pipeline laying work has begun for Romania’s largest offshore gas project in the Black Sea

Global Economy

Europe is increasingly dependent on Turkey for gas supplies: expensive but reliable

Turkey will play a key role in gas supplies to Central and Eastern Europe and the Balkans this summer, strengthening its position as a regional logistics center. The country is increasingly importing gas and LNG amid ambitions to become a gas hub. And it seems to be succeeding against the backdrop of anti-Russian sanctions and the energy crisis.

Europe is increasingly dependent on Turkey for gas supplies: expensive but reliable

07 May 2026

Bloomberg: Middle East oil product exports remain 65% below pre-war levels

07 May 2026

ECB: Eurozone integration has not affected stock markets

07 May 2026

Europe is increasingly dependent on Turkey for gas supplies: expensive but reliable

Global Markets

Paris holds maximum house prices

Paris is still the most expensive city on the secondary housing market in France. The average price here reaches about 10 thousand euros per square meter, and this is almost twice as high as in most major cities of the country.

Paris holds maximum house prices

05 May 2026

OPEC+ members to increase oil production

04 May 2026

Luxury real estate price growth in the world is declining

02 May 2026

Paris holds maximum house prices

Green Economy

There are more than 60 “emerald sites” in Moldova

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

29 April 2026

Moldova prepares a base for attracting green investments within the Net-Zero Industry

28 April 2026

The year 2026: will there be new temperature records?

25 April 2026

There are more than 60 “emerald sites” in Moldova

Healthcare

Experts will study the effects of lead on newborns

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

04 May 2026

Maia Sandu urged citizens to study recommendations on actions in emergency situations

03 May 2026

WHO calls for reduction of coercive measures in psychiatry

02 May 2026

Experts will study the effects of lead on newborns

Infrastructure

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

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

04 May 2026

Moldova’s housing stock has successfully survived the millennium milestone

02 May 2026

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

International Trade

African and Caribbean countries demand billions of dollars in reparations from Europe

The inauguration of Central African Republic (CAR) President Faustin-Arkange Touadera on March 30, 2026 in the capital Bangui has suddenly become one of the high-profile topics of international politics.

African and Caribbean countries demand billions of dollars in reparations from Europe

04 May 2026

Bitcoin exchange rate exceeded $80,000 for the first time since late January

04 May 2026

Battle for resources: Kazakhstan drifts into the center of the US-China game

03 May 2026

African and Caribbean countries demand billions of dollars in reparations from Europe

Investments & Markets

Europe’s luxury brands rise after news from the Middle East

Shares of European luxury brands rose sharply amid forecasts of a possible settlement of the conflict in the Middle East. Investors are betting on the recovery of tourism and the return of demand from wealthy buyers.

Europe’s luxury brands rise after news from the Middle East

07 May 2026

Diesel fuel will become cheaper

07 May 2026

U.S. investigates $2.6 billion in strange oil bets during war with Iran

07 May 2026

Europe’s luxury brands rise after news from the Middle East

IT Market

Government unblocks 80 million lei for “Moldova HiTech Park”

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”

04 May 2026

Government unblocks 80 million lei for “Moldova HiTech Park”

Logos Press Exclusive

Watch out for AI government

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

03 May 2026

Has de-dollarization begun?

02 May 2026

Rules for everyone else

25 April 2026

Watch out for AI government

Moldova’s Economy

Public institutions will be graded

Moldova will carry out a reform of public institutions aimed at structural reorganization of the public administration system and increasing its efficiency in the context of European integration. Currently, the administrative system is fragmented, often powers are duplicated and there is no coherence between institutions.

Public institutions will be graded

07 May 2026

Moldova ranked high on the Freedom and Prosperity Index

07 May 2026

The role of the state in the economy is growing unevenly. How is the reform of state-owned enterprises proceeding

06 May 2026

Public institutions will be graded

Municipalities

There are not enough cemetery spaces in the town of Cricova

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

04 May 2026

Six out of ten crimes are committed in an urban environment, a third in the capital city

04 May 2026

The war reminds of itself not only by dates

04 May 2026

There are not enough cemetery spaces in the town of Cricova

Point of View

Loans will become more expensive, investment and demand will shrink – MPs’ views on prime rate hike

The increase of the prime rate by the National Bank of Moldova from 5% to 6.5% has caused mixed reactions among MPs. Some consider the measure necessary to curb inflation, while others warn of negative consequences for investment, lending and living standards.

Loans will become more expensive, investment and demand will shrink – MPs’ views on prime rate hike

07 May 2026

Filat: dependence on external financing masks fundamental problems of economy

07 May 2026

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

01 April 2026

Loans will become more expensive, investment and demand will shrink – MPs’ views on prime rate hike

Pro Business

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

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

21 April 2026

The end of the sweet “sugar era”

09 March 2026

The Agrocereale Association re-elected its leadership

12 February 2026

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

Renewable Energy

The largest green energy storage system in Moldova was put into operation in Radeni

In the Republic of Moldova, the country’s largest electricity storage system with a total capacity of 60 MWh was put into operation in Radeni.

The largest green energy storage system in Moldova was put into operation in Radeni

03 May 2026

The largest green energy storage system in Moldova was put into operation in Radeni

Retail & HoReCa

Estée Lauder cuts staff as part of its move to online sales channels

American cosmetics concern Estée Lauder is expanding its personnel optimization program: the company plans to cut about 3 thousand additional jobs. Together with the previously announced layoffs, the total number of reductions will reach approximately 10 thousand employees.

Estée Lauder cuts staff as part of its move to online sales channels

07 May 2026

Prada reported quarterly revenue growth to €1.4 billion

04 May 2026

The flat nectarine: from niche to top fruit retailer in Europe

02 May 2026

Estée Lauder cuts staff as part of its move to online sales channels

Social Sphere

Maternity hospitals are being closed in Moldova due to declining birth rates

The number of newborns in Moldova continues to steadily decline, and this is increasingly affecting the health care system.

Maternity hospitals are being closed in Moldova due to declining birth rates

04 May 2026

A direct settlement mechanism for CMTPL insurance will be introduced

03 May 2026

Genoa: court reinstates employee replaced by AI

03 May 2026

Maternity hospitals are being closed in Moldova due to declining birth rates

Society

US blasts agenda: Europe called ‘incubator of terrorist threats’

The new counterterrorism strategy approved by the Donald Trump administration describes Europe as both a key U.S. partner and a source of potential terrorist risks.

US blasts agenda: Europe called ‘incubator of terrorist threats’

07 May 2026

China sentences ministers to death for accepting bribes

07 May 2026

Khortytsya founder received 14 years in prison for funding the AFU

07 May 2026

US blasts agenda: Europe called ‘incubator of terrorist threats’

Sport & Tourism

The second finalist of the Champions League was Paris Saint-Germain

The reigning winner of the Champions League last season, PSG, will play in the final of Europe’s premier club tournament for the second time in a row. On the evening of May 6 in Munich, the club from Paris played a draw with local Bayern Munich in the return match of the semifinal of the Champions League 2025/26 – 1:1 and on the sum of the two meetings reached the final.

The second finalist of the Champions League was Paris Saint-Germain

07 May 2026

‘Special One’ could take charge of Real Madrid but has set 10 conditions

06 May 2026

London Arsenal became the first finalist of the Champions League

06 May 2026

The second finalist of the Champions League was Paris Saint-Germain

Technology & Innovation

Buildings will be constructed immediately “with optics”

All new buildings, as well as buildings undergoing major renovation, will be mandatorily equipped with internal infrastructure for fiber optic Internet. This will allow housing and commercial premises to be initially prepared for high-speed connection without additional costs in the future.

Buildings will be constructed immediately “with optics”

06 May 2026

Musk claims ‘smartest AI ever’: Grok 4.3 beats rivals in tests

06 May 2026

US startup Panthalassa has raised $140 million to build data centers in the ocean

06 May 2026

Buildings will be constructed immediately “with optics”

Territorial Reform

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

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”.