News about Economy of Moldova
The tax reform proposed for 2027, which calls for the introduction of a 20 percent VAT rate on medicines and medical supplies, risks destroying the healthcare system and triggering a chain reaction of price increases. Health Minister Emil Cheban made this statement, noting that his ministry had issued a negative opinion on the bill.
During the second EU–Moldova summit, held today in Brussels, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the allocation of new tranches of financial support for Moldova. The funds will be directed toward infrastructure development and strengthening the country’s security.
Starting in 2027, the rules for calculating maternity benefits in Moldova may change. For some women, these benefits may be significantly lower, particularly for those who do not have sufficient official work experience.
Maya Sandu, President of the Republic of Moldova, expressed her support for the United Kingdom’s possible return to the European Union.
According to calculations by Vyacheslav Ionita, an expert at the IDIS Viitorul Institute, apartment prices in Chisinau—when measured in terms of gold—have remained unchanged for many years: an average apartment with an area of 70 m² has always cost, and still costs, approximately 1 kg of gold.
At today’s meeting, the administrative council of the “Forța Fermierilor” Association of Grain and Oilseed Producers confirmed its intention to support the farmers’ protest scheduled for June 24 in several districts. Furthermore, the organization’s leadership promised that tomorrow, after gathering and compiling information from the field, it would notify interested parties through the media of the gathering points for people and farm equipment intending to participate in the protest.
The Organization for Entrepreneurship Development (ODA), in partnership with the World Bank Group and with the support of the Government of the Republic of Moldova, is launching the “Export Accelerator,” aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises seeking to develop their export capabilities and expand their presence in international markets.
For many years, the founders of British tech companies followed a familiar scaling model: they hired local employees, raised capital, and built teams close to home. But rising costs, a shortage of talent, and increasingly complex operations are forcing many to rethink this approach.
The Liberal Democratic Party of Moldova (LDPM) has prepared an analytical report “Causes of the Tax Burden in 2027 and Its Consequences for the Population and the Economy,” in which it examines the reasons that led to the adoption of the new tax policy for 2027, as well as the consequences it may have for the economy of the Republic of Moldova, the business community, and the country’s population.
The Government of the Republic of Moldova and the international payment company Mastercard have announced the launch of the Digital Country Partnership program—a collaborative initiative aimed at supporting the digital transformation of the economy, modernizing public services, and expanding financial inclusion.
The Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization has updated the Republic of Moldova’s Classification of Occupations (CMCO) by approving three new occupational standards. The ministry’s corresponding order has been published and has entered into force.
Only five European Union member states meet the World Health Organization’s recommended level of fresh fruit and vegetable consumption—400 grams per capita per day.
From June 15 to 21, 2026, revenue from the Customs Service to the state budget totaled more than 837.2 million lei, which is 102.1% higher than the target for the reporting period.
Effective July 1, 2026, the special tax regime that has been in effect for taxi drivers until now will be repealed. The standard wage tax regime in effect in Moldova will apply to them.
Market trends for oilseeds and vegetable oils in the Black Sea region were discussed at the 25th International Conference “Fat & Oil Industry 2026 — European Edition,” held in Varna, Bulgaria, on June 18 and 19. The Moldovan delegation to this forum included Yuri Riza, director of the “Agrocereale” Grain Exporters Association; the director of the Moldovan branch of “Donau Soja”; and managers of oilseed processing enterprises.
On the German VEZG exchange, prices for market-weight hog half-carcasses were set at €1.50/kg for the coming week, and at €0.63/kg for sow half-carcasses.
There are approximately 170,000 public sector employees in Moldova. The Ministry of Finance assures that most of them will receive a salary increase ranging from 10% to 30% starting September 1, 2026. The main increases will apply to employees in the education, healthcare, social protection, national defense, and public order sectors.
Over the past three years, the share of small farms in Moldova’s agricultural land use structure has been declining. At the same time, the shares of agricultural enterprises and—surprisingly—households have been increasing.
The Ministry of Finance has launched an online calculator that helps employees calculate how their salaries will change following the tax reform.
On June 19, the National Tourism Office announced the launch of a new phase of grant funding for projects under the National “Sustainable Tourism” Program. The program is funded from the state budget as part of the Growth Plan for Moldova for 2025–2027 and is aimed at developing tourism.
