The European Social Democratic Party (PSDE) supports the position of the National Confederation of Trade Unions of Moldova (CNSM) regarding the establishment of a minimum wage of 8,050 lei for 2026.

PSDE considers that the Government’s proposal to set the minimum wage at 6,300 lei for next year does not correspond to the actual economic situation.

“The continuous rise in living costs, inflation, and the financial pressure felt by employees require measures that guarantee real social protection and a decent standard of living.

Moreover, this proposal contradicts the Government’s stated objective of raising the minimum wage to 10,000 lei by the end of its mandate. PSDE stresses that promises must be respected, and wage policies must be aligned with the country’s socio-economic reality,” the party’s statement reads.

PSDE calls on the authorities to develop a realistic, phased, and sustainable plan for increasing the minimum wage, taking into account:

• the real level of living costs,
• Moldova’s commitments in relation to EU standards,
• the need to protect employees,
• support for SMEs and prevention of bankruptcy risks in the economy.

PSDE argues that the current minimum wage of 5,500 lei in 2025 is already insufficient and below the standards of a decent life, while delaying a proper adjustment only deepens social and economic inequalities in the Republic of Moldova. The party urges the Government to reconsider its proposal from a social, people-oriented perspective, respecting social dialogue and the interests of citizens.