In an interview on the program “Free Opinion,” economist Dmitry Tărăburcă assessed Moldova’s ability to withstand external challenges. He reached a troubling conclusion: the government is destroying the country with its own actions.
According to Tărăburcă, prices will rise gradually, with increases every two to three weeks. The main reason is not even the greed of retailers. It is the cost of diesel fuel. Moldova imports most of its goods. As a result, any rise in fuel prices quickly pushes up the cost of products.
“We produce almost nothing. The country cannot cover its own expenses or fully provide for its own food needs. We have to buy goods from abroad. This means diesel prices directly affect the prices of many products,” the expert said.
He also criticized the customs service. In his view, officials will once again report their successes, announce record revenue collections, and praise themselves for their work. But that will not put more food in people’s refrigerators or make their lives easier.
That is why Tărăburcă does not rule out a food crisis. Even without an extreme rise in diesel prices, agriculture needs special attention. He believes Osmokescu should be dealing with this issue. There are concerns that by spring, many farmers may simply give up farming.
“Perhaps this is exactly where current policy is leading. Consolidating farms would make it easier to concentrate land in the hands of large owners. But as a result, Moldova could face serious food supply problems as early as next year,” the economist warned.
The impact on deliveries may become visible within two to three weeks. Higher fuel costs will first affect the prices of imported goods. The increases will then reach store shelves.
“How can anyone talk about a 10% price increase when diesel prices are rising so quickly? I think the actual increase will be much higher. People will most likely have to switch to cheaper products, including bread,” Tărăburcă said.
In short, the expert is warning not just of a difficult year, but of a possible food crisis. Meanwhile, the authorities continue to talk about the customs service’s achievements. Ordinary people have fewer options left. They may have to count every penny and live on bread and water. Although the price of water is also approaching the price of gold…
