Ukraine explores rail grain transit through Moldova

Ukraine is studying the possibility of transporting grain shipments via rail through Moldova as a safer alternative to ensure the export of its agricultural products, following increased Russian attacks on Black Sea ports. Kyiv aims to use the Romanian port of Constanța for grain transportation, while requesting a reduction in shipping fees from Moldova, which has proposed guarantees regarding the volume of shipments. Moldova's capacity to transport 4.5 million tons annually is estimated to cover about 10% of Ukraine's exports, which heavily rely on seaports that have been significantly affected by the conflict. This has led to a reduction in the projected exports for the coming year to 38-40 million tons, down from earlier estimates of 43 million tons. The pace of grain exports is slowing due to attacks on ports, prompting the need to explore alternative routes to ensure the continuation of Ukraine's agricultural exports.

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