The Topoland Group, an alliance of Austrian technology companies, intends to collaborate with Moldova in the areas of cutting-edge technologies, know-how, digitalization, and innovation
Moldova is developing a new legal framework to bring agricultural producers together and simplify their access to financing in line with EU standards. The initiative will address mechanisms for farmers to collaborate, support for industry associations, and oversight of their activities, which could significantly change the rules of the game in the agri-food market.
The Moldovan Parliament passed the draft of a new Investment Law on first reading, which will provide local and foreign investors with clearer and more predictable operating conditions in line with EU standards, as well as new incentives for strategic investment projects
Moldova is preparing changes that are expected to significantly strengthen the independence of the National Bank and tighten restrictions on the use of its resources for public sector needs. The bill also addresses the regulator's internal governance and its future powers in the context of European integration, with some provisions tied to further alignment with EU institutions.
The Moldovan Parliament is preparing to consider a new investment law, which is intended to bring the rules for investors into line with EU standards and create more predictable conditions for investment. The bill also calls for changes in the approach to supporting priority sectors, protecting investors, and managing large-scale projects, which could have a significant impact on the country's investment climate.
Moldova intends to attract new Greek investment into its economy, including in the IT, pharmaceutical, agritourism, and medical tourism sectors
The Ministry of Finance has prepared a package of amendments that, starting in 2028, will significantly change the approach to the taxation of controlled foreign companies and introduce new reporting requirements for businesses. A separate component of the initiative concerns future tax rules for transactions between related companies following the country's accession to the EU, as well as a mechanism for resolving double taxation disputes.
The National Bank of Moldova highlighted its role in shaping the country's European future and summarized the transformation of the banking sector over the years since independence. The focus is on developing modern payment services, deepening financial integration with the EU, and further harmonizing regulations with European standards.
Moldova has approved a new framework for drone operations in designated U-space airspace, setting out how unmanned aircraft will be managed alongside manned flights. The rules are expected to support the expansion of commercial drone services while aligning the country's civil aviation regulations with EU standards.
Moldova has approved new air traffic control rules that will prepare the country's aviation sector for gradual integration into the European air traffic management system. The changes are expected to reshape how airspace is managed and how key aviation services are organized, with implementation set for the end of 2028.
The Moldovan Parliament approved, in the first reading, amendments to the Audiovisual Media Services Code that significantly alter the requirements for the language composition of broadcasts and the composition of television programming packages. The document also addresses quotas for independent and local content, the regulation of regional broadcasting, and new obligations for media service providers, including issues of accessibility and sanctions monitoring.
The limit on foreign exchange transactions without NBM authorization will be raised to 100,000 euros, and to 250,000 euros starting in 2028
The Moldovan Parliament adopted the bill on the crypto-asset market in its second reading
EBA Moldova has opposed the government's plans to impose an excise tax on sweetened carbonated beverages, stating that the initiative could create distortions in the industry and is inconsistent with the stated goal of reducing sugar consumption. The association also warns of a potential increase in the burden on businesses and consumers amid other planned changes in tax and environmental policy.
Moldova's day-ahead electricity market has set a new record, underscoring the rapid expansion of short-term power trading and rising participation from wholesale market players. The latest result also highlights the market's growing role in the country's electricity balance and its closer alignment with European trading mechanisms.
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