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    The prime minister stated that Ukrainian grain transported through Moldova will not remain in the country and will be transported exclusively in transit. According to him, the necessary control measures are in place to ensure this, and the cargo is sealed along the entire route.

    Agribusiness & Winemaking 20 August 2026

    “No matter how you look at it, we’ll have to take sides,” said Prime Minister Vasile Tofan regarding the possible licensing of Ukrainian grain imports. According to him, pressure from farmers is very strong, but protecting domestic producers could hurt the flour milling industry and livestock farming.

    Agribusiness & Winemaking 20 August 2026

    The State Property Agency (ARR) of the Republic of Moldova has extended the deadline for investors to submit applications to participate in tenders for the privatization of four state-owned enterprises.

    Business & Companies 20 August 2026

    Based on a tool they developed themselves—the “Moldova Economic Thermometer”—analysts at the Independent Analytical Center Expert-Grup predict that Moldova’s GDP will grow well above expectations in the second quarter.

    Moldova’s Economy 20 August 2026

    Deposits in the national currency remain the primary form of household savings in banks. In July 2026, time deposits in MDL accounted for 76.4% of the total volume of time deposits. These figures were provided by the National Bank, which released statistics on changes in bank accounts over the past month.

    Banks & Finance 20 August 2026

    ExxonMobil has warned Kazakhstan that the country’s largest oil field is already nearing peak production and that output will drop sharply over the next decade.

    Global Economy 20 August 2026

    Russia will restore the fee for processing citizenship applications from residents of Abkhazia, South Ossetia, and Transnistria to its previous level. They will pay $65 (instead of $600). Meduza reported this, citing the federal portal for draft regulatory legal acts of the Russian Federation.

    Politics & Economy 20 August 2026

    The new version of the Grok 4.6 artificial intelligence model is now available to Amazon Bedrock platform customers.

    Technology & Innovation 20 August 2026

    In August, gold and silver prices rose sharply: the dollar weakened, U.S. national debt is rising, expectations of another Fed rate hike are fading, and investors are returning to “safe havens.”

    Global Economy 20 August 2026

    Young people from Moldova’s regions should have greater access to development programs, civic engagement, and dialogue with government agencies. This topic was discussed in Chadyr-Lunga at a meeting attended by Olena Prysyazhnyuk, a representative of the Youth Council under the Agency for Interethnic Relations.

    Society 20 August 2026

    In July 2026, banks issued new loans totaling approximately 7.4 billion lei. The real sector of the economy accounted for the lion’s share (62.4%) of this financing. Data from the National Bank of Moldova (NBM) for July 2026 reflects the distribution of borrowed funds within the economy.

    Banks & Finance 20 August 2026

    The oldest known surviving written fragment of Homer’s *Odyssey* is once again on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The papyrus, dated to approximately 285–250 B.C., has been placed in Gallery 162 alongside six other works from the museum’s collection related to the epic.

    Art & Culture 20 August 2026

    There are plans to rehabilitate the lake on the grounds of the Village Museum in Chisinau following a significant drop in water levels caused by the drought. The Ministries of Culture and the Environment have agreed to develop a joint action plan to ensure the water supply and restore the lake.

    Art & Culture 20 August 2026

    The VAT on natural gas and electricity may be increased for consumers who exceed the established consumption limits. Energy Minister Dorin Jungietu made this statement during an appearance on a local television channel.

    Banks & Finance 20 August 2026

    The 11th National Grape Festival will take place on Sunday, August 23, in Cimișlia. The event is dedicated to promoting Moldova’s table grape industry, products, crafts, and traditions.

    Events 20 August 2026

    Participants in the joint internship program organized by the European Union and the Moldovan government, who are completing their internships at the Ministry of Energy, visited Premier Energy. During the study visit, they learned about the workings of the electric power sector—from electricity distribution and supply to real-time grid monitoring and management.

    Energy 20 August 2026

    As part of efforts to implement GRECO’s recommendations, a series of measures has been launched to raise standards of integrity and conduct in public administration. Training for government officials has become one of the key elements of the program.

    Economy & Law 20 August 2026

    Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan discussed with Ulrich Schmitt, the World Bank Group’s Country Manager, the progress of projects currently underway in the republic and the priorities for future cooperation.

    Moldova’s Economy 20 August 2026

    Police officers from European Union member states will be able to participate in joint patrols and operations on Moldovan territory with the consent of the national authorities. This provision is included in a draft law on international police cooperation developed by the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

    Global Economy 20 August 2026

    Sales of the leading luxury brands in China fell by more than 10% year-over-year in July. This represents a significant deterioration compared with June and is a further sign that the recovery of the Chinese luxury market is in jeopardy.

    Global Economy 20 August 2026

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