Moldova
Moldova enters state of emergency, Transnistria stockpiles firewood
The separatist Transnistria region will stockpile firewood and introduce rolling blackouts after the expected end of Russian gas supplies via Ukraine.
Rising inflation may force Moldova's central bank to reconsider its expansionary monetary policy
Consumer price inflation accelerated to 5.4% y/y in November from 5.3% in October.
Bucharest Stock Exchange mulls expansion in Moldova
Moldova's Purcari Winery is already listed on the BVB while other major Moldovan companies are considering IPOs.
Moldova's separatist Transnistria region prepares for the end of free Russian gas
Unrecognised republic faces heightened energy concerns as the current transit contract for Russian gas through Ukraine is set to expire on January 1.
Moldovan PM sacks energy minister, declares state of emergency in energy sector
Dorin Recean dismisses top energy sector officials for failing to secure enough gas ahead of winter.
Emerging Europe winemakers sparkle as global wine production declines
Global production is set to fall 2% this year, but countries in Emerging Europe including Georgia, Hungary and Russia are bucking the trend, says the OIV.
Gazprom reportedly conditions gas supplies to Moldova on $708mn claim
Gas giant wants Moldova to repay disputed debt or risk losing Russian gas supplies after expected closure of Ukrainian route.
EBRD warns of risks for emerging markets pursuing industrial policies
Industrial policy is back "with a vengeance” but can have a distorting effect, EBRD chief economist Beata Javorcik told bne IntelliNews
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UAE arrests three Uzbeks in Rabbi Kogan murder
The United Arab Emirates has published photographs of three Uzbek nationals arrested in connection with the murder of Rabbi Zvi Hakohen Kogan.
Moldova to face tough winter if Gazprom stops supplying free gas to Transnistria
Moldovan officials are heading for talks with Gazprom in Moscow ahead of the expected cutoff of gas supplies via Ukraine. n
UAE confirms death of missing Moldovan-Israeli rabbi as Israel suspects murder
United Arab Emirates authorities have confirmed the discovery of Moldovan-Israeli dual national Rabbi Zvi (Hakohen) Kogan's body following an investigation into his disappearance that began on November 21.
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.