The ban on the introduction of used car parts into Moldova was lifted. A relevant bill to amend the Customs Code proposed by MPs of the Party of Action and Solidarity was given a final reading and was adopted by Parliament. The import of particular parts, such as brake system components, is not yet permitted, IPN reports.

According to the sponsors, the legislative proposal is designed to eliminate an unjust ban and to remove monopolies and exaggerated market prices. The regulation of the import of used car parts will help to do away with smuggling, will ensure loyal competition and will offer a new source of incomes for the state budget by accumulating money from customs duties.

According to PAS MP Dumitru Alaiba, who heads the Parliament’s committee on economy, budget and finance, the ban on the import of used car parts is unjustified and abusive. “It is a paradox that the import of old car is permitted, while the import of used spare parts is banned,” said the MP, noting a lot of people have been waiting for such a bill.