Moldova: inflation driven by external developments

Inflation in Moldova is driven by the external situation, particularly developments in the Middle East. Deputy Prime Minister, Economic Development and Digitization Minister Eugeniu Osmochescu has made statements to this effect. “Inflation depends on the conflict in the Gulf. The National Bank’s decision to raise the interest rate on its main monetary policy operations to…

Baltic States: new systems for recycling plastic waste introduced

The Baltic States (Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania) are emphasizing deposit return schemes, strengthening extended producer responsibility (EPR) and expanding waste separation, but differ significantly in market structure, recycling efficiency and investment needs. The packaging markets in Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are developing in the context of increased regulation in line with EU regulations, the introduction…

Ukraine: nearly 200,000 families receive housing compensation over three years eVidnovlennia programme operation

For three years, the state has been providing people with support and housing under the eVidnovlennia programme. During this time, 196,067 Ukrainian families have received compensation totalling UAH 89.7 billion. This was announced by the Prime Minister of Ukraine, Yulia Svyrydenko. “People who lost their homes due to russian aggression have been given the opportunity…