Sergiu Gaibu
Russia’s War has Added to Moldova’s Perfect Storm, Minister Says
Economy Minister Sergiu Gaibu told BIRN that his country is struggling to deal with multiple simultaneous crises, including a Ukrainian refugee crisis, soaring energy bills, falling investment and rampant inflation.
BIRN Fact-check: Is Transnistria Really Economically Dependent on Russia?
Some Transnistrian exporters are taking advantage of the preferential trade system by registering with the central business registry of Moldova and paying taxes to Chisinau.
Balkan States Spy Golden Opportunity in Passport Sales
In November 2018, the Moldovan authorities launched an ambitious pitch to sell passports in the UAE.
On March 22 this year, meanwhile, the Secretary of State at the Ministry of Economy and Infrastructure, Vitalie Iurcu, launched a similar presentation in Hong Kong for Far Eastern audiences.
It was held under the slogan: "Moldova, the newest pearl of Europe."