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Moldova-Ukraine economic, energy, and EU accession relations

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Moldova is navigating continues to navigate complex economic, energy, and political dependencies involving Ukraine. On the energy front, Prime Minister Vasile Tofan is exploring the import of approximately 500 million cubic meters of natural gas from Ukraine’s Poltava and Ivano-Frankivsk regions. Ukraine’s ambassador to Chișinău, Paun Rohovei, has confirmed that Ukraine possesses natural gas surpluses and is prepared to resume exports to Moldova, noting that both nations have the necessary conditions for energy cooperation. While negotiations are expected to follow market prices, the Prime Minister suggested that officials are discussing long-term contracts could to secure more favorable rates. Additionally, some local figures have proposed purchasing gas through Ukrainian traders on the domestic market to achieve lower prices, estimated between 300–350 euros per 1,000 cubic meters. Officials continue to explore these imports following the potential lifting of a Ukrainian export moratorium. Politically, Moldova and Ukraine are advancing EU accession objectives. The European Union is set to officially open two new negotiation clusters with both nations. On October 13, 2026, Moldova is scheduled to begin negotiations regarding the Internal Market and Competitiveness and Inclusive Growth clusters, covering 17 chapters including digital transformation, taxation, and the free movement of goods, services, and capital. This follows the Ukrainian Parliament’s adoption of a law expanding educational and linguistic rights for national minorities—a minorities, a reform requested by Hungary to unblock Ukraine’s accession process. European Council President António Costa noted that progress for Moldova is closely linked to that of Ukraine. President Maia Sandu has expressed the ambition to open all remaining EU negotiation chapters by the end of the year. Simultaneously, the Moldovan agricultural sector remains under pressure. The Farmers’ Force association has requested an extension of the licensing mechanism for importing cereals and oilseeds through December 31, 2026. The association warned 2026, warning that the expiration of current licensing expiration on October 31 could lead to a market flooded with cheap Ukrainian grain. Additionally, a proposed VAT reform may impact the sector; while the government suggests maintaining a reduced 8% VAT rate for wheat, corn, and sunflower seeds, potentially causing a price collapse. until 2028, the rate would increase to 12% for barley, rapeseed, and most other agricultural products.

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