Moldova
Moldova’s industrial activity shrank by 3.6% y/y in 2023
Moldova's industrial facilities had to reduce operations dramatically in the winter of 2022-23, as natural gas resources were limited and costly.
Balkans a prime target for Russia's unconventional warfare tactics
Moldova and Montenegro already targets of Russian destabilisation efforts, says RUSI report.
Moldova's trade balance narrowed by 8.5% y/y to 27% of GDP in 2023
Both imports and exports contracted in 2023.
Moldova starts screening laws as it prepares for EU accession talks
President Maia Sandu says step is crucial for the country's European path, as it sets the stage for accession negotiations.
Moldova cuts policy rate by 50bp to 4.25%
Inflation has fallen dramatically since 2022 and remained within the target band for the third consecutive month in December.
wiiw projects brighter 2024 for Emerging Europe
Vienna-based think-tank expects growth to get back on track this year, but warns of risks from a Trump victory in the US and escalation of fighting in Ukraine or Gaza.
CENUSA: EU faces consequences of geopolitical crises as Eastern Europe enters complex political-electoral phase
Eurosceptics' ability to exploit protests will test the EU's potential to influence its Eastern Neighbourhood. At the same time, electoral cycles in Eastern Europe favour the consolidation and perpetuation of autocracies.
Moldova’s sunflower oil exports reach new record in 2023
Moldova has shifted from exporting sunflower seeds to processed products, with oil and groats exports up sharply.