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Paul Butnariu, president of the Iași Chamber of Commerce, claims that delays in the A8 highway project stem from fears that Iași could surpass Cluj economically. He argues that the highway would significantly boost Moldova's economy by improving connectivity with western Romania. Butnariu highlights that Iași has become the fourth county in Romania by GDP despite poor road infrastructure. He points out that the lack of the A8 highway increases transportation costs for local companies, which primarily trade with Western Europe. He also criticizes the government's use of public loans, suggesting they should focus on investments rather than consumption.