Government backs Moldova’s entry into “Creative Europe”, opening EU funds

Starting January 1, 2026, creative organizations and individuals from the Republic of Moldova will be able to access a multi-million euro fund for culture and creative industries through participation in the European Union's "Creative Europe" Program. The Cabinet approved the draft law to ratify the Accession Agreement to this program on November 26.

European Courtyard: Government approved new projects worth 1.7 billion lei

The "European Courtyard" program, which began with repairs in 39 apartment building courtyards in Chisinau, is now expanding. During a meeting on November 26, the Government approved the addition of 384 new initiatives to the Single Project Document (DUP). The total funding for these initiatives is 1.7 billion lei, provided by the National Fund for Regional and Local Development.

Emilian Galaicu-Păun received France’s top cultural honor, the Order of Arts and Letter

Emilian Galaicu-Păun, a poet, essayist, novelist, and translator, serves as the editor-in-chief of Cartier Publishing House. He is the first citizen of the Republic of Moldova to receive the Order of Arts and Letters, awarded at the rank of Knight, the most prestigious cultural distinction awarded by France. This honor was presented to him at the residence of the French Embassy in Chisinau.

Childbirth allowance will be increased

The single allowance for the child's birth will increase next year. As a result, parents will receive 536 lei more than in 2025. Specifically, the allowance will rise from 21,350 lei to 21,886 lei.

IFAD marks 25 years of activity in the Republic of Moldova

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is celebrating 25 years of activities in the Republic of Moldova. Over this period, the organization has invested nearly $267 million to modernize rural infrastructure and provide direct support to thousands of farmers and small businesses. During the anniversary event, officials and development partners highlighted the critical role of these interventions in transforming agriculture and revitalizing villages.

Ministry of Finance: Mayor’s order sufficient for salary transfers in Chișinău

The extra allocations approved by the state budget amendment are sufficient to fully cover both salaries and bonuses for employees of municipal educational institutions in Chisinau. According to the Ministry of Finance, a mayor's order is all that's needed to accept these transfers.

Details on the drone that crashed in Florești: it was Russian-made and carried no explosive charge

On the morning of November 25, the airspace surveillance systems of the National Army detected six drones entering the airspace of the Republic of Moldova without authorization. This incident followed a new massive attack on Ukraine, according to the Ministry of Defense. One of the drones, marked with the letter "Z," which symbolizes Russian military aggression, crashed onto the roof of a house in the village of Cuhurestii de Jos, located in the Floresti district. Experts have identified it as a "decoy drone." In response, the Russian Federation's ambassador-at-large in Chisinau, Oleg Ozerov, was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Moldovans arrested for smuggling 1.2 million lei worth of drugs from Poland

Authorities seized nearly one kilogram of drugs valued at around 1.2 million lei during raids in Chisinau. Two individuals were arrested.

Shame chants as Chișinău Council fails to approve budget fix

A fresh attempt to advance budget amendments in Chișinău descended into a major scandal during the November 24 session of the Chișinău Municipal Council (CMC).

Russia jails flight attendant for spreading false war info

A Russian flight attendant who had jokingly promised to "invite the Ukrainian army for tea" if they reached Moscow has been sentenced to seven years in prison on November 23 for spreading "false information" about the Russian armed forces, according to EFE.

Israel eliminates Hamas leader in Gaza amid ceasefire row

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced the elimination of Alaa al-Hadidi, a local commander within the radical Palestinian movement Hamas, in the Gaza Strip, DW reports.

18 passengers evacuated as Moldovan minibus burns in Bacău

A minibus from the Republic of Moldova, carrying 18 passengers, caught fire while in motion. The incident took place on Sunday, November 23, in Bacău County, Romania, according to Ziarul de Bacău.