Moldova has significantly reduced its coal imports since the beginning of the year, with shipments dropping particularly sharply in recent months. The Ministry of Energy attributes this to changes in demand and logistics, as well as to the situation in foreign markets, where importers are already seeking new sources of supply.
From October 12 to 18, electricity consumption on the right bank of the Nistru totaled 76,435 MWh, which is approximately 6.5% less than during the same period last year, when 81,783 MWh were consumed.
Moldova's trade deficit increased significantly over the first eight months, although trends across major trade partners were mixed. Against the backdrop of a widening overall trade deficit, indicators for key trading partners have also changed, pointing to a redistribution of foreign trade flows.
Ukraine will increase the volume of water released into the Nistru by approximately 20%
ANRE stated that when comparing gas prices in Moldova with European prices, one must take into account regulatory mechanisms, compensation, and billing structures; otherwise, conclusions may be distorted. The agency also noted that inaccurate comparisons are circulating on social media that do not reflect the actual logic behind tariff setting and procurement.
Moldova Could Become an Export and Trade Hub for the Entire Region — Vasile Tofan
Moldova has dropped significantly in the global cryptocurrency adoption ranking; however, this result should be compared to last year's with an eye toward the updated methodology and the reduced number of countries included in the study. Chainalysis's latest report also highlights important shifts in the global crypto economy: the leadership landscape is changing, and certain market segments continue to grow even amid an overall correction.
Moldova is entering the cold season, facing a number of serious, overlapping risks; in fact, it has found itself in a "perfect storm" situation—Vasile Tofan
Moldova's trade deficit for January–July 2026 totaled 3 billion 872.3 million euros, an increase of 4.9% (+179.3 million euros) compared with the same period in 2025.
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 and Ukraine have agreed on a temporary arrangement regarding the Nistru River amid a drought and declining water levels in the reservoir. The decision was made as a compromise, but the situation remains tense: both the water supply and the operation of the region's hydropower infrastructure will depend on future weather conditions.
Moldova's Environment Ministry has clarified the hydrological situation on the Dniester, saying current water levels remain stable for now but warning that the balance is becoming harder to maintain as upstream reserves are rapidly shrinking. The issue is expected to be discussed at an upcoming bilateral commission meeting, while authorities are urging businesses, farmers and households to cut non-essential water use.
Moldova is tightening transit procedures for Ukrainian grain: railcars will now be allowed to pass through the country only after the Romanian port of Constanța confirms their receipt. The decision was made amid concerns from farmers and discussions regarding priorities for local agricultural producers, as well as the strain on the railway infrastructure.
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