The introduction of a 6% tax on the revenue of companies operating in the gambling industry, a 50% increase in excise taxes on e-cigarettes, a 20% increase on traditional cigarettes, and the imposition of excise taxes on soda, energy drinks, and fireworks—these measures have been proposed as part of a new tax policy. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan announced this during the presentation of the “Labor. Investment. Justice” project.
The personal tax deduction will be increased by approximately 35%—from the current 29,700 lei to 40,000 lei per year. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan made this announcement during the presentation of the tax policy draft titled “Labor. Investment. Justice.”
The Swiss Cooperation Office in the Republic of Moldova has a new director. Diplomat Richard Коли has taken the helm of the office, succeeding Guido Beltrani, who has completed his four-year term.
Investors who wish to obtain resident status in free economic zones will undergo a more clearly defined selection process with established criteria and stages. Contest participants will be able to submit multiple projects, appeal the results, and receive a complete list of required documents.
Teachers, principals, and support staff who will be required to take positions in other administrative-territorial units following the reorganization of schools will be eligible to receive a one-time relocation allowance of up to 300,000 lei, according to a regulation approved by the government.
Prime Minister Vasile Tofan intends to serve out his full term and has set a goal of remaining in office until September 2029. He says he is not considering other positions, and his priority is to achieve results as head of the government. But there is one reason why he might step down earlier.
The Organization for Entrepreneurship Development (ODA), in partnership with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), is implementing the project “Sustainable Communities Through Women’s Empowerment.” The government has approved the signing of a cooperation agreement between the organizations.
Property transferred from state material reserves must be returned after use to avoid duplicate purchases. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan believes that the current practice leads to unnecessary expenses and proposes changing the rules to follow Romania’s example, where temporarily transferred equipment can be returned to the state reserves.
The military parade, which will take place on August 27, Independence Day of the Republic of Moldova, is intended to showcase to citizens the investments aimed at strengthening the national defense system, as well as efforts to maintain peace. President Maia Sandu made this statement.
The government has approved amendments to the Law on Judicial Genomic Registration, which establish the legal framework for connecting the national DNA profiling system to European mechanisms for sharing the results of genetic analyses.
Artificial intelligence and the widespread use of technology are posing new challenges for Moldovan citizens. The risks affect not only children and young people, but all age groups. President Maia Sandu stated that in September, the government will present proposals to mitigate the risks associated with the use of advanced technologies and their impact on children.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu urged citizens to use water and electricity wisely, warning that the drought and abnormally high temperatures in the region have exacerbated the resource crisis and increased risks to the country’s energy system.
The government has postponed consideration of a bill to introduce a financial guarantee for environmental restoration in connection with mineral extraction. The decision was made following appeals from the business community—some of the bill’s provisions will be revised based on further consultations.
UPDATED. Moldova will increasingly face the problem of electricity consumption amid a regional shortage and rising market prices. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan stated that energy conservation will become a shared responsibility, as the situation in the region is being complicated by problems in a number of energy systems.
The transformation of the international security architecture will continue in the coming years, and the war in Ukraine will remain one of the key factors influencing the security situation in Europe. According to the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Moldova, NATO is expected to continue strengthening its eastern flank and deterrence mechanisms, while the European Union will accelerate the development of its own defense capabilities.
The concept for the new tax reform will be officially presented on August 6, but the authorities have already revealed its main provisions. The previous version of the document was withdrawn following a wave of criticism from the public and the business community and is said to have been one of the reasons for the government’s resignation.
President Maia Sandu signed a decree appointing Liliana Vitsu-Eșanu as director of the Center for Strategic Communication and Countering Disinformation following the approval of Anna Revenko’s resignation letter.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) announced that it has begun drafting a government resolution to approve the Regulations on the Accreditation of Foreign Journalists in the Republic of Moldova.
Products with elevated levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) may be permitted for use in the restoration of buildings and vehicles of historical and cultural significance, subject to specific regulated exemptions.
Employees of the National Bank of Moldova demonstrate a high level of integrity and professionalism, and their salary levels must also be analyzed in light of competition in the banking market. This opinion was expressed by the Secretary General of the Government, Alexei Buzu.
