Moldova
Moldova’s government replaces three ministers in cosmetic reshuffle
Reshuffle promised by President Maia Sandu to tackle public discontent with pro-EU administration falls short of expectations.
Moldova calls out new Russian ambassador for propaganda
Foreign ministry denies envoy’s claim Moldova is economically dependent on Russia, pointing out that over 65% of exports now go to the EU.
Moldova's EU ambitions and the Transnistria dilemma
Officials in Chisinau want a peaceful end to the long-frozen conflict – but the leaders of the separatist Transnistria republic are protesting their own interests.
Moldovan minister of infrastructure resigns ahead of reshuffle
Close ally of President Maia Sandu steps down as president prepares to reshuffle cabinet after narrow election victory.
Efficiency savings and renewables key to Moldova’s long-term energy security, says EBRD
Energy efficiency investments are critical to Moldova's long-term energy security, the EBRD's head of Moldova told bne IntelliNews.
Moldova’s electronics sector rises again
Moldova has built a modern, export-oriented electronics industry after the collapse of its Soviet-era defence-focussed factories.
Moldova to reshuffle government to improve EU accession prospects and address public criticism
Primary motivation behind the reshuffle is to expedite reforms that align with Moldova’s EU integration goals, with the aim of achieving membership by 2030.
Ukraine war fuelling a manufacturing and FDI boom in the CIS
The war in Ukraine is fuelling a FDI and manufacturing boom in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) as local entrepreneurs rush to fill the gaping holes left in Russia’s supply chains by departing Western firms, reports Oxford Economics.
MOSCOW BLOG: The EU loses its appeal
One of the salient points is that would-be members have never been interested in the “values” part of the deal and see the need to adhere to them simply as an annoyance that has to be tolerated if you want access to the transformation grants.
MOSCOW BLOG: The EU loses its appeal
After the collapse of the Soviet Union the only thing almost all the former republics and vassal states wanted to do was join the European Union. It was a no brainer. Not any more. A growing number of countries have cooled on joining the EU.
Romanian online retailer eMAG to expand into Moldova in 2025 or 2026
eMAG outlines expansion plans shortly after referendum and presidential election confirm Moldova is on EU accession path.
Moldova’s pro-EU President Maia Sandu wins second term
Reports of massive interference by Russia in second round of Moldova's presidential election.
BALKAN BLOG: What went wrong for the EU in Georgia's and Moldova’s elections?
Why was the pro-EU share of the vote so much lower than expected in the elections in Georgia and Moldova?
Moldovan President Sandu faces close race with rival Stoianoglo in presidential election runoff
iData poll shows Sandu can only win against her moderate pro-Russian challenger with the support of Moldova’s large diaspora.
EU enlargement progresses amid geopolitical tensions
Several aspiring EU members make significant progress in 2024, but more reforms needed, says European Commission’s latest enlargement package.
Moldova’s pro-EU President Sandu moves closer to second term
Promised government reshuffle and third placed presidential candidate Renato Usatii's refusal to support Sandu's challenger Alexandr Stoianoglo boost Maia Sandu ahead of this Sunday's runoff.
Moldova’s presidential rivals spar in sole debate ahead of runoff
Incumbent pro-EU President Maia Sandu faces former chief prosecutor Alexandr Stoianoglo, backed by the moderate pro-Russian Socialist Party, in the second round of Moldova's presidential election.
CENUSA: Referendum exposes weakness of EU’s support in Moldova
Russian interference doesn’t tell the full story of why 75% of voters either voted no, boycotted or didn’t turn out for referendum on ‘Europeanisation’ of Moldova’s constitution.
Russia allegedly spent $39mn to buy votes in Moldova
Moldovan police reveal vote-buying scheme with funds channeled through Promsvyazbank app ahead of pro-EU referendum.
Narrow win for pro-EU camp in Moldovan referendum could be warning sign for Georgia
Both countries face a high level of Russian interference around elections critical for their geopolitical orientation.