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    The Swedish company VIM Energy Systems has signed a contract worth approximately 190 million Swedish kronor (about 17.25 million euros) for the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of a large-scale battery energy storage system park in Bălți, the Republic of Moldova.

    Energy 14 August 2026

    Vincent van Gogh signed his paintings much less often than one might expect. Of the artist’s 840 known works, only 133—about 16%—bear his signature. The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam was the first to systematically investigate why he considered some works worthy of his name while leaving others unsigned.

    Art & Culture 14 August 2026

    Fans of unique terroir wines will have the opportunity to sample them at the fourth artisanal wine festival, which will take place in Chisinau at the National Museum of Moldovan History from September 4–6.

    Events 14 August 2026

    The European Commission will assess Ukraine’s crop outlook, storage capacity, and export logistics before deciding on additional support for the country’s agricultural sector.

    Politics & Economy 14 August 2026

    The administration of the Nicolae Testemitanu State University of Medicine and Pharmacy discussed with representatives of the MAD-Aid charity the possibilities of attracting external investment and implementing joint projects to modernize medical education in Moldova.

    Society 14 August 2026

    Revenue from the income tax on individuals who rent out real estate increased by 33.7% over the first 7 months of 2026, totaling 70.1 million lei, compared to the same period in 2025.

    Banks & Finance 14 August 2026

    U.S. national debt increases by about $60 billion each week, which exceeds Canada’s borrowing for an entire year. The U.S.’s total national debt stands at nearly $40 trillion and exceeds 120% of GDP.

    Global Economy 14 August 2026

    The Moldovan government plans to submit to parliament a bill to denounce the agreement on the establishment of an interlibrary exchange system among CIS member states, signed in Saratov in 1999, as well as the 2012 protocol amending it.

    Politics & Economy 14 August 2026

    Due to a decline in milk production in Europe following heat waves, the price of milk rose by 1.3% over the past year—to €3,448/metric ton. As a result, mozzarella became more expensive than cheddar. According to Global Dairy Trade, the price of cheddar has fallen by 6.5% over the past 12 months, to an average of €3,138 per metric ton. This is unusual, as the price ratio is typically the opposite. According to Rabobank, the last time a similar situation was observed in the EU was in 2019.

    Global Economy 14 August 2026

    The investment tender for the sale of the Zarea Hotel has been extended by two months at the initiative of Prime Minister Vasile Tofan. He believes that the privatization of such a property should not take place in the middle of the summer season.

    Moldova’s Economy 14 August 2026

    The Moldovan government intends to begin negotiations with Latvia on an agreement that will establish the procedures for the recognition and exchange of driver’s licenses between the two countries.

    Global Economy 14 August 2026

    From August 10 to 12, 2026, the General Inspectorate of the Border Police hosted a mission to assess institutional capabilities in the areas of collecting, processing, storing, and cross-checking biometric information.

    Economy & Law 14 August 2026

    Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mihai Popșoi held a meeting with Natalia Vutova, the new head of the Council of Europe’s delegation in Chișinău, to mark the start of her tenure in the Republic of Moldova.

    Politics & Economy 14 August 2026

    The European Union’s plans to tighten requirements regarding pesticide residue levels in imported agri-food products could lead to a sharp increase in the prices of certain goods. According to estimates by the European Commission’s Joint Research Center (JRC), the most vulnerable product category is coffee. In the worst-case scenario, coffee prices for EU consumers could rise by 332%.

    Politics & Economy 14 August 2026

    In the media in Ukraine and Moldova, the discount on the base rate for the transit of Ukrainian cargo via the Moldovan railway is presented as 50%. It is quite possible that the actual discount is different.

    City & Regions 14 August 2026

    Pandora is counting on growth driven by new jewelry collections, despite weak consumer sentiment in the U.S.—the company’s largest market. Pandora CEO Berta de Pablos-Barbier stated that it is precisely these vibrant new products, which are in high demand among customers, that are now becoming one of the main drivers of sales.

    Business & Companies 14 August 2026

    The Ministry of Finance has published a draft budget and tax policy for 2027, which provides for a number of significant changes in the area of real estate taxation regarding the setting of tax rates.

    Banks & Finance 14 August 2026

    More than 18,000 people were admitted to higher education institutions in the Republic of Moldova following the main phase of the 2026 admissions cycle. This is nearly 2,500 (+16%) more than last year.

    Moldova’s Economy 14 August 2026

    Moldova is developing a national action plan to implement the European Guarantee for Children. The document outlines measures aimed at improving children’s access to education, health care, healthy nutrition, social protection, and decent living conditions.

    Society 14 August 2026

    In its third Inflation Report for August 2026, the National Bank of Moldova (NBM) officially revised its medium-term inflation forecast upward for the entire comparable period compared with its May estimates.

    Banks & Finance 14 August 2026

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