On 2 October, a significant step was taken in safeguarding the safety of products entering the Republic of Moldova’s market. The Moldovan Customs Service and the State Inspectorate for the Surveillance of Non-Food Products and Consumer Protection extended their Cooperation Action Plan. This extension builds upon the groundwork laid earlier this year when EUBAM facilitated the original plan in January and its core objective is to strengthen partnerships and bolster safety measures for products entering the Moldovan market.

A pivotal moment during this journey was the unanimous approval of a pilot project focused on the import of toys at Chisinau 2 (formerly Cricova) internal customs post. Initially spanning six months and concluding on October 3rd, this pilot project stood out as a resounding success. Consequently, it has been extended to three additional internal customs posts.

This cooperative effort holds the promise of instilling a heightened sense of security among Moldovan citizens as consumers. Furthermore, it brings the Republic of Moldova one step closer to aligning with the stringent health and safety standards upheld by the European Union, in accordance with Moldova’s commitments under the DCFTA (Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area).