Claudiu Năsui and Lin Ji
Following the 9th meeting of the bilateral Intergovernmental Commission, held today, 4 November, the parties set out new strategic priorities in trade, energy and tourism. Claudiu Năsui, Minister for Economic Development and Digitalisation, and Lin Ji, Deputy Minister of Commerce of the PRC and Deputy Representative of China for International Trade, signed the relevant documents.
A breakthrough in agricultural exports: sweet cherries and honey are heading to China
The main achievement of the visit was the signing of an official protocol on phytosanitary requirements for the export of fresh cherries from Moldova to the PRC. This opens up new, large-scale opportunities for Moldovan fruit growers.
In addition, the parties finalised preparations for the signing of a similar document governing the export of natural honey. The relevant ministries agreed to finalise all procedural matters as soon as possible so that Moldovan beekeepers can begin shipments. Chisinau and Beijing will also step up their joint promotion of other categories of Moldovan food products.
Green energy: solar power stations in four regions
In the investment sphere, projects in the field of renewable energy have become a key focus. Substantive agreements have been reached on the development of four photovoltaic power stations, which will be equipped with state-of-the-art energy storage systems. The projects will be rolled out in the districts of Ialovena, Cimișlia, Nisporena and Călărași.
At the same time, initiatives have been launched to improve energy efficiency in the public sector: stand-alone photovoltaic systems will be installed on the buildings of Moldovan medical and healthcare facilities.
Wine tourism and participation in CIIE 2026
The parties have agreed on direct cooperation between tour operators in both countries. The main focus will be on promoting Moldova’s unique tourism products — wine tours, gastronomic tourism and rural tourism.
The main platform for presenting Moldovan businesses in the PRC will be the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai. From 5 to 10 November 2026, Moldova will participate with a national pavilion, providing Moldovan companies with a platform to promote their products and seek new trade and investment partners.
Economic background: The mutual interest of the parties is underpinned by strong market positions. China has officially secured second place in the ranking of Moldova’s trading partners, and the PRC’s share of Moldova’s total foreign trade has reached 10.2 per cent.
This story was translated with the assistance of artificial intelligence.The translation was also reviewed by the Logos Press editorial team.
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