Parliament approved in the first reading a bill on temporary licensing of grain and oilseed imports, which the authors cite as a measure to protect local producers and ensure stricter control over raw material flows. This article examines the risks to the market and logistics that some see in this measure and why it has already sparked a debate between processors and farmers.
Moldova has approved a new procedure for submitting applications and issuing decisions regarding mandatory tariff information (ITO) through the specialized e-ITO information system
The government supported the idea of temporary licensing for imports of grains and oilseeds, but proposed significantly shortening the duration of the mechanism and refining the conditions for its implementation. The Cabinet of Ministers points to risks to the market and possible consequences for processors and livestock producers, but emphasizes that before launching the initiative, its compliance with international obligations must still be verified and a number of important details must be finalized.
In Moldova, a petition has been launched on a government platform to preserve the tax exemption for small packages from the EU or to introduce a mechanism that would prevent double taxation. The initiative emerged amid upcoming changes to the rules governing the import of postal items and has already sparked a debate about how the new regulations will affect consumers and e-commerce.
Moldova's finance ministry is set to hold an open discussion with the business community on the draft tax policy for 2027, with the agenda expected to focus on planned fiscal changes and their impact on companies. The meeting is likely to draw attention from market participants seeking clarity on the direction of tax and customs reforms, as well as on the proposals that may shape the final version of the draft.
Moldova is preparing to change its customs operating hours, which should simplify customs clearance for businesses and make services available every day, including weekends. Authorities promise greater flexibility for entrepreneurs and no additional fees during extended hours; details on the implementation plan will be provided later.
A new digital service has been launched in Moldova that allows companies to submit applications for permits related to trade in strategic goods remotely and track the status of their applications online. The agency notes that the system affects a sensitive segment of foreign economic activity, where decisions are made through a special procedure and with the participation of a specialized commission.
Moldova is preparing a phased change to the tax regime for a number of goods imported into Transnistria: in the first phase, the new rules will apply to a limited list of products, and the list will then be expanded. The authorities hope to gradually level the playing field for businesses and reduce existing exemptions; however, the details of the reform and its implications for the market will only become clear once the full text of the draft is available.
Moldova is preparing a reform of the postal sector that is intended to bring the industry in line with EU standards while also changing the rules governing support for the national operator. The authorities also intend to review their approach to compensating for social obligations, controlling rates, and regulating the rapidly growing parcel market, where the balance of power is already shifting noticeably.
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