On June of 21, 2011, the publication "Moldovan Economic Trends" (MET) was relaunched by the Institute of Economy, Finance and Statistics in the Conference Room at Jolly Alon Hotel. 

The event was opened by Mr. Stratan Alexandru, Director of the Institute of Economy, Finance and Statistics. In his welcome speech, he stated the theme of the event and introduced the guests, among which were listed: Mr. Valeriu Lazar, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Economy, Mr. Ion Tighineanu, Vice President of ASM, Mr. Marin Molosag - Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Moldova, Mr. Abdoulaye Seck - World Bank Manager for Moldova, Mr. Tokhir Mirzoev - IMF Resident Representative in Moldova, Wolfgang Behrendt - representative of the EU Delegation in Moldova, Mr. Dejan Mincic - UNDP Project Manager and other representatives of foreign embassies in Moldova, international organizations, business and civil society. 

The publication provides a comprehensive analysis of the Moldovan economy covering various sectors such as public finance, monetary policy and banking sector, internal and external trade, business environment and structural reforms, wages and labor market. The new edition also provides insights on social policy and articles related to the European integration of Moldova - free trade with the EU, phytosanitary standards and access of Moldovan products into the EU market, labor migration and re-integration of migrants.

Developed by the Institute of Economy, Finance and Statistics (IEFS), the publication intends to bring in more analytical research in policy making of the country, inform national and international audiences about development trends in Moldova, raise and debate policies and reforms. Re-launch of the "Moldovan Economic Trends" (MET) was welcomed by the EU Delegation to Moldova and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), which are supporting the publication through their project - EU High Level policy Advice Mission to the Republic of Moldova.

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