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Since the beginning of 2026, victims of physical attacks aimed at stealing cryptocurrency have lost more than $30 million, according to a report by the analytics firm Chainalysis. And if this trend continues, experts believe that this year could be the worst on record in terms of the number of such incidents. By comparison, this figure reached a record $58 million for the entire year of 2025.
On Thursday, August 6, in the afternoon, heavy rain and strong winds caused significant damage to the 330-kilovolt Bălți–Dniester high-voltage power line in Moldova. According to preliminary estimates, about 10 high-voltage towers were damaged or knocked down along a section approximately 15 kilometers from Moldova’s northern capital. Authorities estimate that it may take more than seven days to restore the power line.
The National Office for Cultural Development (ONDC) has announced a national competition to select the city that will represent the Republic of Moldova in the European competition for the title of “European Capital of Culture 2033.” Applications from cities and municipalities will be accepted until October 4, 2026.
President Maia Sandu has proposed developing separate plans by the end of this year to promote the Republic of Moldova and engage with the public in each European Union member state. According to her, this will help strengthen the country’s international image and garner broader public support for its accession to the EU.
New requirements from the executive branch regarding wastewater treatment and discharge, recently aligned with EU regulations, have drawn sharp criticism from the business community. The National Confederation of Employers of the Republic of Moldova (CNPM) has expressed the official position of employers, calling the deadlines and standards for wastewater collection and treatment proposed by the government unrealistic.
The United States has announced new measures aimed at restricting the right to citizenship by birth and stepping up the fight against so-called “birth tourism.” President Donald Trump has already signed the relevant executive orders.
The pedestrian zones in the historic center of Chisinau are taking on an increasingly distinct shape.
Moldova will introduce VAT and a 12-leu fee on international packages. This proposal has been included in the 2027 budget and tax policy draft, the outline of which was presented by Prime Minister Vasile Tofan during a press conference.
Authorities promise more effective protection of people and critical services—including water supply, energy, communications, and transportation—thanks to a new national risk assessment and management mechanism. For the first time, Moldova has developed a unified system for analyzing and managing risks related to national security.
Many government employees will not take vacation in August, September, or even October, as they are involved in fulfilling the commitments made by the Republic of Moldova as part of the process of joining the European Union. This was stated by the President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu.
The increase in the corporate income tax rate for banks from 12% to 18% does not pose a major risk to the economy, especially since the tax is scheduled to be in effect for one year. This view was expressed by the President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu.
Russians sharply increased the amount of cash in circulation in July. According to the Bank of Russia, the figure rose by ₽643.4 billion (approximately €7.2 billion), which is nearly one and a half times the increase seen in June. Since the beginning of the year, the amount of cash has increased by ₽2.1 trillion (about €23.5 billion).
Our approach is not to raise taxes, but to shift the tax burden in the right direction: lower taxes on labor, and higher taxes on vices and excess profits.
Government and business representatives are identifying common solutions to support companies in the context of energy challenges. Deputy Prime Minister Eugen Osmochescu discussed this issue today with representatives of the business community during a meeting organized by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry through its sectoral committees on entrepreneurship.
Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan stated that the government has no plans to impose restrictions on Ukrainian grain imports, despite demands from some local farmers. According to him, there is no basis for such measures, since Ukrainian grain has not actually entered the Moldovan market this season.
An energy-saving campaign has kicked off in Moldova. Government agencies are collectively setting an example of frugality: they are turning off decorative lighting, hot water, and unnecessary lighting, and recommending that employees take the stairs instead of elevators and use only those electrical appliances that are absolutely essential.
“Ukrzaliznytsia” is in talks with “Moldovan Railways” to reduce transit tariffs for Ukrainian cargo by 50%.
Water levels on the Rhine—one of Europe’s major transportation corridors—have dropped to a record low.
The government has revised the most controversial proposal in the previous draft budget and tax policy for 2027—the plan to raise the VAT rate to 20 percent. VAT rates will be differentiated.
The Ukrainian marketplace Rozetka reported its largest financial losses in the company’s history following damage to its warehouse infrastructure near Kyiv.
