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

For some Moldovan farmers, the sowing campaign-2026 is just beginning. And for Moldovan sugar beet growers, it should have already ended. But the sowing of sugar beet has been delayed. Visions for its harvest and domestic sugar production are vague. The situation with sugar import is close to scandalous. But let’s talk about everything in order.

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

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

Politics & Economy

London Stock Exchange adds first Ukrainian companies to reconstruction fund

The HANetf Ukraine Reconstruction UCITS ETF (ticker UKRN), launched last month in London, has officially added the first three Ukrainian companies to its roster – drone software developer Swarmer, telecom operator Kyivstar and iron ore miner Ferrexpo.

London Stock Exchange adds first Ukrainian companies to reconstruction fund

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London Stock Exchange adds first Ukrainian companies to reconstruction fund

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Banks & Finance

Restriction of trade mark-ups on social goods is canceled. What will happen to prices?

Limited trade markups have not been applied to a line of goods (13 commodity items) included in the List of socially important goods (or essential goods) since April 30. The reason is that the Regulation on the order of formation of retail prices for essential goods has become invalid.

Restriction of trade mark-ups on social goods is canceled. What will happen to prices?

Restriction of trade mark-ups on social goods is canceled. What will happen to prices?
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Restriction of trade mark-ups on social goods is canceled. What will happen to prices?

Restriction of trade mark-ups on social goods is canceled. What will happen to prices?
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Business & Companies

PayPal reorganized its business and created a crypto division

Payment company PayPal on April 29 announced a reorganization of the business. The management structure will be divided into three areas, one of which will focus on digital assets.

PayPal reorganized its business and created a crypto division

PayPal reorganized its business and created a crypto division
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PayPal reorganized its business and created a crypto division

PayPal reorganized its business and created a crypto division

City & Regions

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”.

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
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Moldova’s housing stock has successfully survived the millennium milestone
02 May 2026

Villages with 3,000 inhabitants will not receive subventions for voluntary unification
02 May 2026

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

Agribusiness & Winemaking

Six out of ten agricultural workers work informally and are deprived of social protection

The former Minister of Labor and Social Protection, MP Marcel Spatar draws attention to the high level of informal employment in agriculture in Moldova, which deprives workers of guarantees and social protection. He calls day laborers one of the most vulnerable categories of workers.

Six out of ten agricultural workers work informally and are deprived of social protection

Six out of ten agricultural workers work informally and are deprived of social protection
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The price of onions will rise sharply in Ukraine. How will this affect the fruit and vegetable market in Moldova?
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Livestock sector ensured the growth of agricultural production in Moldova in January-March 2026
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Six out of ten agricultural workers work informally and are deprived of social protection

Six out of ten agricultural workers work informally and are deprived of social protection

Art & Culture

The Russian pavilion at the Venice Biennale will open in a limited format

According to Italian media, public access is provided only during the preview days – from May 5 to 8. After that, the space will be closed, and until the end of the exhibition visitors will be offered only digital documentation of the project, broadcast on screens in the windows of the building.

The Russian pavilion at the Venice Biennale will open in a limited format

The Russian pavilion at the Venice Biennale will open in a limited format
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The Russian pavilion at the Venice Biennale will open in a limited format

The Russian pavilion at the Venice Biennale will open in a limited format

Digitalization

Moldova and Japan strengthen digital cooperation

A memorandum on cooperation in the digital field between Moldova and Japan was signed in Chisinau. The signing took place within a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister Eugeniu Osmokescu and Japanese Interior and Communications Minister Hayashi Yoshimasa, who is on an official visit to Moldova.

Moldova and Japan strengthen digital cooperation

Moldova and Japan strengthen digital cooperation
02 May 2026
Moldova and Japan strengthen digital cooperation

Moldova and Japan strengthen digital cooperation
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Economy & Law

ANI: Increase in violations and questions to control practices

A report on the activities of the National Integrity Authority (ANI) for 2025 has been presented in parliament. The report shows an increase in detected violations and inspectors’ efforts, but at the same time raised questions from opposition MPs about possible selectivity of inspections.

ANI: Increase in violations and questions to control practices

ANI: Increase in violations and questions to control practices
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Radu Marian has been targeted by internet scammers for two days in a row
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Drug advertising lacks ethics
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ANI: Increase in violations and questions to control practices

ANI: Increase in violations and questions to control practices

Energy

Strategic gas reserves will be increased

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
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Strategic gas reserves will be increased

Strategic gas reserves will be increased

European Integration

Moldova implements the euro standard for drone identification

The Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development has developed a draft order providing for the approval of a national standard, based on the European standard, for direct remote identification of drones.

Moldova implements the euro standard for drone identification

Moldova implements the euro standard for drone identification
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Moldova implements the euro standard for drone identification

Moldova implements the euro standard for drone identification

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.

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Moldovan premier to attend summit where ‘decisions are made’
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Moldovan premier to attend summit where ‘decisions are made’

Moldovan premier to attend summit where ‘decisions are made’

Export & Import

Ukraine shipped more grain to Hungary than to Poland in April

In April, the volume of Ukrainian grain shipments by rail to Poland and Romania almost halved. Whereas railroad deliveries of grain from Ukraine to Hungary remained at a stable high level. This was discussed during an online meeting between representatives of Ukrzaliznytsia JSC and participants of the agricultural market.

Ukraine shipped more grain to Hungary than to Poland in April

Ukraine shipped more grain to Hungary than to Poland in April
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Cahul-Giurgiulesti railroad route restored
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The elimination of customs duties on most U.S. goods will take effect July 1
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Ukraine shipped more grain to Hungary than to Poland in April

Ukraine shipped more grain to Hungary than to Poland in April

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

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

Gas

Strategic gas reserves will be increased

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
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Strategic gas reserves will be increased

Strategic gas reserves will be increased

Global Economy

Moldova implements the euro standard for drone identification

The Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development has developed a draft order providing for the approval of a national standard, based on the European standard, for direct remote identification of drones.

Moldova implements the euro standard for drone identification

Moldova implements the euro standard for drone identification
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For the first time in history, a member of the Japanese government makes an official visit to the Republic of Moldova
02 May 2026

Luxury real estate price growth in the world is declining
02 May 2026

Moldova implements the euro standard for drone identification

Moldova implements the euro standard for drone identification

Global Markets

Luxury real estate price growth in the world is declining

The world market of elite housing is slowing down, but it is not going into a decline phase. In 2026, prices in 30 key cities will grow by an average of 1.3% against 1.8% a year earlier, according to a report by Savills analysts.

Luxury real estate price growth in the world is declining

Luxury real estate price growth in the world is declining
02 May 2026
Luxury real estate price growth in the world is declining

Luxury real estate price growth in the world is declining

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

There are more than 60 “emerald sites” in Moldova
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28 April 2026

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There are more than 60 “emerald sites” in Moldova

There are more than 60 “emerald sites” in Moldova

Healthcare

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

Moldovan President Maia Sandu urged citizens to turn only to official sources of information on actions in emergency situations, stressing the importance of the population’s preparedness in the context of the existing security risks.

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

Maia Sandu urged citizens to study recommendations on actions in emergency situations
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WHO calls for reduction of coercive measures in psychiatry
02 May 2026

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

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

Infrastructure

Moldova’s housing stock has successfully survived the millennium milestone

According to the 2024 Census of Population and Housing Stock in Moldova, there are more than 1.12 million residential structures in the country, most of which are concentrated in rural areas. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) disseminated final data on the characteristics of the housing stock, including dates of construction, construction materials used and regional differences.

Moldova’s housing stock has successfully survived the millennium milestone

Moldova’s housing stock has successfully survived the millennium milestone
02 May 2026
Moldova’s housing stock has successfully survived the millennium milestone

Moldova’s housing stock has successfully survived the millennium milestone

International Trade

For the first time in history, a member of the Japanese government makes an official visit to the Republic of Moldova

Japanese Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications Yoshimasa Hayashi is visiting Moldova during May 2-3, 2026, in order to strengthen bilateral relations and cooperation in strategic fields.

For the first time in history, a member of the Japanese government makes an official visit to the Republic of Moldova

For the first time in history, a member of the Japanese government makes an official visit to the Republic of Moldova
02 May 2026
For the first time in history, a member of the Japanese government makes an official visit to the Republic of Moldova

For the first time in history, a member of the Japanese government makes an official visit to the Republic of Moldova

Investments & Markets
UBS sharply cut silver forecasts amid weakening demand

UBS sharply cut silver forecasts amid weakening demand

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Has de-dollarization begun?

NEW YORK – As the economic consequences of U.S. President Donald Trump’s war against Iran become clear, policymakers around the world are losing patience. That became abundantly clear at the recent spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank in Washington, D.C., where British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves bemoaned the “madness” of a war that is “not ours.”

Has de-dollarization begun?

Has de-dollarization begun?
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Mobile telephony is growing, fixed telephony is stagnating

Mobile telephony is growing, fixed telephony is stagnating

Point of View

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

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
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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

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

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

Retail & HoReCa

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

In 2026, interest in flat nectarines is noticeably increasing both on the part of buyers and growers. According to breeding companies, the flat nectarine is rapidly moving out of the niche segment: in European market players, it already accounts for about 10% of sales of planting material. The growing interest is not only due to the unusual shape of the fruit, but also due to the improved taste, productivity and commercial attractiveness of new varieties.

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

The flat nectarine: from niche to top fruit retailer in Europe
02 May 2026

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

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

Society

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

Moldovan President Maia Sandu urged citizens to turn only to official sources of information on actions in emergency situations, stressing the importance of the population’s preparedness in the context of the existing security risks.

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

Maia Sandu urged citizens to study recommendations on actions in emergency situations
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02 May 2026

The fight against pandemics is on hold
02 May 2026

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

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

Sport & Tourism

Fiery draw between Atletico and Arsenal in the Champions League

The Champions League semifinal match between Atletico Madrid and Arsenal London ended in a 1-1 draw on Wednesday night. Both goals were scored from penalties. At the end of the first half, Arsenal’s Victor Djokeres scored from the spot with a powerful shot. In the 56th minute, Julian Alvarez scored a similarly irresistible 11-meter shot, which was eventually recognized as the best player of the game.

Fiery draw between Atletico and Arsenal in the Champions League

Fiery draw between Atletico and Arsenal in the Champions League
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Fiery draw between Atletico and Arsenal in the Champions League

Fiery draw between Atletico and Arsenal in the Champions League

Technology & Innovation

Moldova and Japan strengthen digital cooperation

A memorandum on cooperation in the digital field between Moldova and Japan was signed in Chisinau. The signing took place within a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister Eugeniu Osmokescu and Japanese Interior and Communications Minister Hayashi Yoshimasa, who is on an official visit to Moldova.

Moldova and Japan strengthen digital cooperation

Moldova and Japan strengthen digital cooperation
02 May 2026

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Moldova and Japan strengthen digital cooperation

Moldova and Japan strengthen digital cooperation

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”.

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

Villages with 3,000 inhabitants will not receive subventions for voluntary unification
02 May 2026

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

Tourism

Istanbul has made it easier to transfer between airports

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

Ryanair chief warns of risks to travelers
02 April 2026

Istanbul has made it easier to transfer between airports

Istanbul has made it easier to transfer between airports
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