CNSM proposes 8,050 lei minimum wage, citing EU Directive

Moldova’s trade unions are pushing for a new minimum wage of 8,050 lei monthly in the real sector of the economy, set to take effect on January 1, 2026. This significant proposal was the focus of consultations with employers' representatives on November 3.

Moldova seeks seat on UNESCO Executive Board for the first time

The Republic of Moldova is reaffirming its steadfast commitment to peace, democracy, and human dignity at the UNESCO platform.

Diplomatic row: Italy protests Zakharova's collapse comments

The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is set to summon the Russian Ambassador to Rome to deliver a formal note of protest.

Justice and investment: PM Munteanu sets priorities for new cabinet

Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu concluded a working tour of the ministries following the recent New Ministerial Appointments. Eight members of the new Moldova Cabinet were introduced to their respective teams.

Ex-Șor official sentenced over organized crime funding

Svetlana Panciuc, former head of the now-defunct Șor Party branch in Edineț, has been sentenced to four years in a semi-open prison for complicity in the illegal financing of the political party by an organized criminal group.

EU enlargement package 2025: Moldova ahead of other candidates

The European Commission will publish the EU Enlargement Package 2025 on November 4th. This annual assessment details the progress of every candidate country for accession, including the Republic of Moldova.

100 Lei note most faked in R. Moldova: Police warning

The Republic of Moldova is registering an increasing number of counterfeit banknote cases. Last year, nearly 90 such crimes were recorded, marking a 23 percent increase compared to 2023.

TRM confirms Moldova’s 20th participation at Eurovision in Vienna

The Republic of Moldova will participate in the International Eurovision Song Contest 2026. Public broadcaster Teleradio-Moldova (TRM) officially announced its return after a one-year break.

Meet the new residents: Kangaroo joey and meerkat pup delight visitors in Chișinău

A baby boom has occurred at the Chișinău Zoological Garden. A rare Hungarian Steppe Cattle calf, a kangaroo joey, and a meerkat pup have all arrived in a single, simultaneous wave of rare animal births.

"Highly Regarded": Israeli envoy lauds commitment of Moldovan workers in construction and care sectors

Israeli diplomat Yoram Elron addressed the safety of the estimated 13,000 Moldovan citizens living in the country and discussed Israel's security stance on Iran and continuous negotiations with Palestine.

Crucial Patriot systems delivered: Germany fulfills key promise to Ukraine

Ukraine’s President, Volodymyr Zelensky, announced that Germany has transferred Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, following a critical agreement between the two nations, BBC News reports.

The 97-year ambition: Putin’s 'plan to rule until 2050' to rival longest dictators

Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly aiming to rule until 2050, according to the British tabloid The Daily Star, which cited investigative journalist Ilia Davliatcin.