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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

The independence of the National Bank of Moldova (NBM) will be extended. It will report to the Parliament in an informative format only – without requesting or receiving any instructions. The same principle will be enshrined in relations with the government: cooperation on financial and budgetary issues will be maintained, but without interference.

National Bank asks for more freedom

National Bank asks for more freedom

Today, 09:00
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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

Today, 12:39

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

29 April 2026

The name of MP Radu Marian was used in two episodes of Internet fraud in the last two days. On May 1, a Telegram channel appeared, illegally pretending to be a politician’s resource for promoting dubious “investment” offers. On May 2, a new case was recorded: sending messages via e-mail, also made ostensibly on his behalf.

Radu Marian has been targeted by internet scammers for two days in a row

Radu Marian has been targeted by internet scammers for two days in a row

Today, 15:46
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The withdrawal of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from OPEC signals a strategic reversal and calls into question Gulf coordination and the future of the cartel.

UAE’s exit from OPEC: a new test for Gulf unity

UAE’s exit from OPEC: a new test for Gulf unity

Today, 10:37

Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Economic Development and Digitalization Eugeniu Osmokescu said that he considers himself a “convinced federalist” in the spirit of the founders of the European Union. He believes that European integration is the only way of development for Moldova.

Eugeniu Osmokescu is a staunch federalist

Eugeniu Osmokescu is a staunch federalist

01 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 state-owned enterprise Railways of Moldova resumed traffic on an important section of the Cahul-Giurgiulesti line, which provides access to a strategic port in southern Moldova. At the end of April, the company conducted test runs on the restored section near the village of Valeni.

Cahul-Giurgiulesti railroad route restored

Cahul-Giurgiulesti railroad route restored

01 May 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump said on May 1 that next week he would raise duties on cars and trucks from the European Union to 25%. The reason for the increase in tariffs he called the EU’s non-compliance with the terms of the trade agreement. The US President did not specify what conditions we are talking about.

Trump will raise duties on cars from the European Union to 25%

Trump will raise duties on cars from the European Union to 25%

Today, 10:03

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

Promoting alternatives to involuntary isolation and physical restraint is one of the key objectives of a new WHO Moldova event to be held in Chisinau on May 5-6 to support reform of the country’s mental health system.

WHO calls for reduction of coercive measures in psychiatry

WHO calls for reduction of coercive measures in psychiatry

Today, 13:51

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

Today, 12:39

SANTIAGO – For decades, global power has come from Europe and the United States. At least that’s what I thought when I first set foot in the Northern Hemisphere as a graduate student at Cambridge University. But the management of Chile’s international economic relations under former President Gabriel Boric has shown how much power the Global South can wield if it so chooses.

Rules for everyone else

Rules for everyone else

25 April 2026

Moldova has officially launched the Sub-Council for Artificial Intelligence and Applied Research (SCIA). The first meeting of this consultative structure took place on April 30, bringing together representatives of public authorities, academia, the private sector and relevant organizations in the field, the press service of the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization (MDED) reported.

Special body will promote AI ecosystem in Moldova

Special body will promote AI ecosystem in Moldova

01 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

EuroCucina – Technology For the Kitchen, one of the world’s main platforms for kitchen design and home appliances, was held in Milan. The Moldovan team of the Bomba chain was invited to the exhibition by Beko, with which the chain works as an official partner. Maxim Ghilca, Commercial Director of Bomba, spoke about where the market is heading and what retailers can expect in the coming years.

Bomba at EuroCucina: which technologies will come to the Moldovan market

Bomba at EuroCucina: which technologies will come to the Moldovan market

01 May 2026

Promoting alternatives to involuntary isolation and physical restraint is one of the key objectives of a new WHO Moldova event to be held in Chisinau on May 5-6 to support reform of the country’s mental health system.

WHO calls for reduction of coercive measures in psychiatry

WHO calls for reduction of coercive measures in psychiatry

Today, 13:51

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

Local self-government reform continues to be the top topic in Moldova. In general, mayors realize its necessity, but point out serious risks and lack of guarantees for communities, believing that it should be carried out gradually and through real consultations.

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

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

Today, 12:12

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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