EU wants to extend suspension of tariffs and quotas for imports from Moldova

The European Commission has today proposed to extend and extend the suspension of import duties and quotas on Moldova's exports to the European Union, the so-called autonomous trade measures, for another year. The proposal extends the current suspension of import duties on Moldovan exports to the EU for another year and extends this suspension to all remaining tariffs and tariff quotas for Moldovan imports. This is a clear signal of the EU's full support for the Moldovan economy and helps to further alleviate the difficult situation faced by Moldovan growers and exporters due to Russia's military aggression against Ukraine. Next steps The proposal will now be examined by the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union to ensure a seamless transition from the current regime to the new regime. Background The import measures in force since 25 July 2022 have had a positive effect on Moldova's trade with the EU. Moldova's exports to the rest of the world have suffered ...