Prime Minister Vasile Tofan made this statement during a meeting with Dong Zhihua, China's ambassador to our country. According to the government's press service, the officials discussed the development of economic relations, attracting Chinese investment, and facilitating access for Moldovan products to the Chinese market. The Prime Minister spoke highly of the friendly and cooperative relations between Moldova and China and emphasized the government's interest in developing economic cooperation between the two countries. In this context, the Prime Minister invited Chinese companies to invest in Moldova, particularly in export-oriented sectors, and to take advantage of the opportunities our country offers. An important topic of discussion was the possibility of facilitating market access for Moldovan wine, honey, and fruit in China. The parties agreed to continue the dialogue to strengthen bilateral relations and expand economic and trade cooperation between the two countries. According to the National Bureau of Statistics, Moldovan exports to China in January–August 2026, compared to the same period in 2025, increased 1.8-fold—to 7.99 million euros, while Chinese imports increased by 15.3% to 964.7 million euros. As a result, Moldova's trade deficit with China for the first 8 months of 2026 amounted to 956.71 million euros, an increase of 14.9% compared to the same period in 2025. // 20.10.2026 — InfoMarket.