As noted by the ministry, Moldova is continuing the process of aligning its legislation and administrative practices with EU rules on the free movement of goods. In this context, the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization, in cooperation with the EU-funded MoldAlign project—implemented by Expertise France in partnership with the Czech Development Agency (CzDA) and the Slovak Agency for International Cooperation and Development (SAIDC/SlovakAid), held a seminar on the application of Articles 34–36 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union and the principle of mutual recognition of goods. The event was held as part of a project aimed at facilitating Moldova's access to the EU single market, with the participation of experts from the Czech Republic. In her opening remarks, Cristina Ceban, State Secretary of the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization, emphasized the importance of aligning the national regulatory framework with EU requirements and strengthening institutional capacity to ensure the proper application of internal market principles. She highlighted the role of government agencies in identifying and removing unjustified barriers to trade, as well as the importance of a coordinated approach in preparing for Moldova's integration into the single European market. The seminar was attended by representatives of central government agencies responsible for the development, implementation, and enforcement of regulations concerning products. Discussions focused on the principles of the free movement of goods, the application of the principle of mutual recognition, the conditions for imposing trade restrictions, and the role of the case law of the Court of Justice of the European Union. In addition, Czech experts presented practical examples of preventing technical barriers to trade and applying European standards in member states. The seminar facilitated the exchange of experience and strengthened the knowledge of national authorities regarding the application of EU standards, which will help Moldova prepare for integration into the Single European Market and facilitate access to it for Moldovan products. // 12.11.2026 — InfoMarket