Moldova is preparing changes to its subsoil use regulations that will affect the processing times for permits and the environmental requirements for the extractive industry. In addition to extending administrative procedures, the draft legislation provides for new mechanisms for the registration and monitoring of facilities, which could significantly alter the operating rules for businesses.
Inheritance is tax-free for Moldovan citizens, regardless of where they live—whether in our country or abroad—Ministry of Finance
Moldova is preparing changes to the rules governing commercial agents: upon termination of a contract, they will be entitled to compensation and reimbursement for losses, and the terms of post-contractual restrictions will be more clearly defined. The amendments are intended to make agency relationships more predictable and bring national legislation into line with European standards; however, a final decision has yet to be made by parliament.
Moldova is preparing to update its rules on the settlement and trading of financial instruments to bring them into line with EU standards and strengthen the market's protection against systemic risks. The amendments will affect the range of market participants, the powers of regulators, and supervisory mechanisms, and will also lay the groundwork for closer integration of the country's financial infrastructure with European standards.
Farmers Are Required to Keep Records of Pesticide Use - ANSA
The Energy Ministry is weighing changes to the inspection timetable for electronic electricity meters as part of a broader effort to modernize regulations and curb costs in the power sector. The proposal, discussed with regulators and other agencies, could ease expenses for network operators and potentially feed through to lower charges for consumers, but the final impact will depend on the outcome of the review.
AmCham Moldova has urged the central bank to reconsider a rule governing audit-firm rotation for non-bank payment service providers, arguing that the current framework is stricter than the law and may not deliver real auditor independence. The proposal could affect how often firms are changed in a sector where expertise in payment processes, IT systems and internal controls is seen as increasingly important.
Moldova is preparing changes to insurance market regulations that will tighten the rules for companies that have voluntarily surrendered their licenses. The new rules are intended to close long-standing gaps in customer protection and provide the regulator with stronger tools to monitor the fulfillment of obligations and the transfer of portfolios.
A conflict has erupted in Moldova over passenger transport reform: an industry association has declared its readiness to protest if its concerns are not addressed, while the relevant ministry insists on an open discussion and rejects accusations of lobbying on behalf of individual players. Amid the dispute over new rules for routes, digital systems, and requirements for carriers, the parties disagree on how exactly the market will change and who stands to benefit.
In Moldova, starting August 10, retailers are required to indicate the country of origin of food products on price tags
AmCham Moldova has urged changes to draft consumer protection rules tied to the digital economy and e-commerce package, arguing that several provisions on technical inspections, cost recovery and notification procedures remain unclear. The business group says the current wording could create extra burdens for companies and leave important dispute-resolution details unresolved.
Moldova will strengthen the independence of the National Bank and reinforce the ban on financing the public sector using central bank resources
Moldova is preparing a major overhaul of financial reporting rules for large businesses as part of its efforts to align with EU standards. The new requirements will affect not only the disclosure of ESG data and tax information but also a range of additional details in financial statements and management reports, which could significantly change corporate disclosure practices.
The Moldovan government has passed a draft law on producer organizations and associations and interprofessional organizations in the agri-food sector
Moldova's companies will be prohibited from destroying unsold clothing, accessories, and footwear, and effective solutions will be developed for the reuse, separate collection, and sustainable management of textile waste
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