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    Water is the “new blood of economics”. Why do the world’s leading economic analysts think so? Probably because summer is coming soon and, very possibly, another record drought on one or several continents. And most of the fresh water in the world is not used for household needs at all. The main volumes of water intake are used for growing agricultural crops, power plants, and industry.

    Global Economy 18 May 2026

    The Ministry of Finance is considering the possibility of diversifying the range of financial instruments for government borrowing and introducing the so-called “Green Bonds” in line with the emerging fashion trend. This was announced by Ion Gumene, State Secretary of the Ministry, at a seminar organized by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) within the framework of the Debt4SDGs initiative.

    Moldova’s Economy 18 May 2026

    The Customs Service reports revenues of more than 846.6 million lei for the previous week. This is 2.4 percent more than planned, the press service of the agency said.

    Banks & Finance 18 May 2026

    Diversifying trade relations amid global instability and U.S. trade policies will be the main subject of negotiations and the signing of an ambitious free trade and strategic partnership agreement (MGA) to strengthen economic ties. The European Union will be represented at the meeting by European Council President António Costa and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen.

    Global Economy 18 May 2026

    Moldova intends to strengthen its participation in the EU Civil Protection Mechanism. The Ministry of Interior has drafted a new bill that will clearly define the procedure for interaction with EU countries in case of disasters.

    Global Economy 18 May 2026

    Although Lithuania is accelerating the strengthening of its drone countermeasures systems after recent incidents of drones flying into its territory, it needs more time. Defense Minister Robertas Kaunas draws attention to this.

    Politics & Economy 18 May 2026

    The U.S.-Israeli war with Iran has already cost companies around the world at least $25 billion in additional costs. And this amount continues to grow.

    Global Economy 18 May 2026

    Negotiations between the United States and Iran are again in danger of collapse after an exchange of ultimatums. Washington handed Tehran a list of conditions for resuming dialog.

    Politics & Economy 18 May 2026

    Bitcoin slipped below $77,000 on Monday, extending its weekend decline as rising global bond yields and oil prices amid the escalating situation around Iran suppressed investor interest in risky assets.

    Investments & Markets 18 May 2026

    At the Training and Production Enterprise of the Moldovan Society of the Blind Lumintehnica, a new administrative building was opened after major repairs and modern equipment for the production of kitchen napkins was put into operation.

    Business & Companies 18 May 2026

    US President Donald Trump held a meeting with key members of his national security team on Saturday, May 16, on the way forward in the war with Iran.

    Global Economy 18 May 2026

    During May, there were no serious rains in the Carpathians, so the water inflow to the Dniester reservoir was only about 75-80 m3 /sec. As of March 18, the water level in the reservoir dropped another 35 centimeters to 115.25 meters above sea level.

    Moldova’s Economy 18 May 2026

    People’s health directly depends on the state of the environment, which is why Moldova needs to implement measures to mitigate the impact of climate change on people. This was stated by Health Minister Emil Ceban in Geneva, where a Moldovan delegation is participating in the 79th session of the World Health Assembly, a key WHO global forum to define the future of world medicine.

    Society 18 May 2026

    Road works on Burebista Street in the Botanica sector of the capital started on Sunday night. The reconstruction is planned on the section between Dacia Boulevard and Sarmizegetus Street. It is part of the municipal road infrastructure rehabilitation program.

    City & Regions 18 May 2026

    President Maia Sandu is making visits to the European Parliament, the Netherlands and Prague this week. During her visit to Strasbourg, the head of state will be awarded the Order of European Merit.

    Global Economy 18 May 2026

    In April 2026, the Republic of Moldova secured the status of net exporter of sunflower oil. Exports exceeded imports in physical volume by more than three times. In value terms, exports also exceed imports, but in a smaller proportion.

    Export & Import 18 May 2026

    The Chisinau City Hall announced the first municipal Festival of Traditions. It will take place on May 24, 2026 from 12:00 on the pedestrian street “Eugeni Doga” in the center of the capital.

    City & Regions 18 May 2026

    New rules for the elimination of tobacco products marked with excise stamps have come into force. They concern cases when the procedure is carried out abroad.

    Banks & Finance 18 May 2026

    There are ten youth centers and a municipal business incubator in Chisinau municipality. For their functioning, the capital authorities allocate 60 million lei annually in the municipal budget. According to the Mayor’s Office, this amount has increased thirty times in the last few years.

    City & Regions 17 May 2026

    Proposals to limit or even completely ban bus traffic with Belarus are being heard more and more often in Lithuania. The reason was the fear of possible recruitment and use of foreigners by the Belarusian authorities for propaganda purposes.

    Politics & Economy 17 May 2026

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