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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.

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

29 April 2026

Greece does not agree to Ukraine’s terms on the joint use of maritime drones, products of a potential co-production. Greece is concerned that Ukraine insists on having a “say” on how these drones the Greek side of the production tandem plans to use.

Negotiations on the release of Ukrainian-Greek drones have reached an impasse. Why?

Negotiations on the release of Ukrainian-Greek drones have reached an impasse. Why?

03 May 2026

Iran’s Central Bank and the IRGC are using the country’s largest crypto exchange to convert dollars. A Reuters investigation found that it processed transactions worth tens and hundreds of millions of dollars related to sanctioned groups, including the Central Bank of Iran and the powerful Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

Iran uses crypto exchange to convert dollars

Iran uses crypto exchange to convert dollars

03 May 2026
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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

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

Today, May 3, celebrates World Press Freedom Day, a date established in 1993 by the UN General Assembly on the initiative of UNESCO. This day is a reminder of the importance of free and independent journalism and the need to protect media rights around the world.

UN says risks to journalists on Press Freedom Day

UN says risks to journalists on Press Freedom Day

03 May 2026
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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

The Maritime Agency of the Republic of Moldova will get new powers to assess and manage risks of foreign vessels. This is provided for by a package of changes aimed at harmonizing national regulations with EU standards.

Maritime Agency to strengthen control over foreign vessels

Maritime Agency to strengthen control over foreign vessels

03 May 2026

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

Volodymyr Zelenskyy said after a telephone conversation with Robert Fitzo that the Slovak prime minister would support Ukraine in the EU membership issue. He also said that he had invited Fitzo to Kiev, and the latter, in turn, invited him to Bratislava. Both leaders accepted the invitations.

Zelensky: Robert Fitzo will support Ukraine’s EU accession

Zelensky: Robert Fitzo will support Ukraine’s EU accession

03 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

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

02 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

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

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

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

03 May 2026

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

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?

02 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

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

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 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

30 April 2026

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

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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