Local Industry Showcase: Moldova’s 2nd “Local Product” exhibition will run 28–30 August at Moldexpo, with 300+ producers, free entry, tastings and family programming, plus record attempts for the largest woven carpet (28 Aug) and the largest sour cherry pie (29 Aug). Rail Freight & Food Security: Moldova agreed to a 50% rail transit discount for Ukrainian food cargo through the end of 2026, aiming to move up to 600,000 tons by year-end and keep trade lanes open as Black Sea routes face disruption. Wine Exports Focus: The 11th National Wine Conference (25 Aug, Chisinau) will set priorities for the new wine year, including export competitiveness, finance and a push to consolidate the “Vinul Moldovei” brand. Black Sea Logistics Pressure: Attacks around Novorossiysk damaged grain terminals and disrupted operations, raising fears for global grain flows and pushing exporters to seek alternative routes. Energy Infrastructure Moves: Moldelectrica will be reorganized into a state-owned joint-stock company to meet EU-style independence requirements for grid modernization. Investment Rules Update: Government approved a draft Investment Law with clearer, more predictable conditions and a special regime for strategic projects. E-commerce Tax Change: Online purchases from platforms like Temu will be taxed starting 1 October to level competition for local businesses. Industrial Parks for Startups: Draft amendments allow startups to temporarily operate inside industrial parks under defined lease and eligibility rules. Road Construction Tender: ONUR is set to be recommended for the Cimișlia bypass contract (~€43.3M), despite an EBRD sanctions history tied to collusion in a Ukraine tender.