An expert mission has begun in Moldova to assess the readiness of one of the country's key agricultural institutions for accreditation under European standards. During the mission, experts are analyzing internal procedures, the monitoring system, and the documentation required to complete this stage on the path to EU membership.
AIPA is preparing for accreditation in accordance with European Union requirements so that the agricultural sector will be ready to take advantage of the funding opportunities that will become available as Moldova moves closer to the EU
Moldova plans to make tobacco health warnings on packaging more prominent and to standardize labeling requirements for e-cigarettes and e-liquids. The initiative also addresses rules for brand placement and updates to some of the terminology used in tobacco product regulation, with certain provisions to be implemented in phases.
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In 2025, Moldova attracted a significant amount of budget support from external partners, with the bulk of the funds coming from government loans. The report on foreign aid also details which international institutions and donors provided funding aimed at stabilizing the budget and advancing reforms.
The authorities want to make Moldova the most business-friendly country in Europe, with better conditions for entrepreneurs and investors than in other countries in the region. To this end, they will reduce bureaucracy, introduce clearer rules, and attract more investment - Vasile Tofan
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.
Moldova plans to improve the mechanism for reviewing investments that are significant to national security, with the aim of making it more transparent, proportionate, and focused on actual risks to national security
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