OFFICIAL |1,600 Moldovans repatriated from abroad over five years

Migration has not only changed the employment landscape for Moldovans, but it has also impacted their ability to cope with the loss of loved ones. Between 2020 and 2025, more than 1,600 Moldovan citizens died while abroad. The process of repatriating their remains has become a financial burden for families and a frequent responsibility for authorities.

Queues at Chișinău Airport: Passengers advised to arrive three hours before their flight

There is significant congestion at "Eugen Doga" International Airport in Chisinau, where passengers are expressing dissatisfaction over unbearable crowding. The airport administration is advising travelers to arrive at the terminal at least three hours prior to their flight.

Foreign citizen detained with 88 undeclared vials at the airport

He planned to fly from Chisinau to Bratislava with 88 vials of an unidentified substance. A 31-year-old Slovak citizen is under investigation by law enforcement and faces sanctions.

2025 colorectal screening: Over 8,500 tests, hundreds referred for follow-up

In 2025, over 8,500 people benefited from colorectal screening services provided through a prevention program funded by public health resources, according to the National Health Insurance Company.

Accidents, poisonings, hypothermia strain emergency services early in the year

In just under two weeks since the start of the year, there have been 80 road accidents in the Republic of Moldova that required ambulance intervention. These incidents resulted in injuries to 109 individuals, with 79 patients, including 16 children, needing to be transported to the hospital.

A traveler from Moldova visits 163 countries: “It’s something truly wow”

Global tourism is no longer merely focused on statistics, regulations, and finances; it is increasingly about people, courage, and transformative experiences. Natalia Ciobanu, a traveler from the Republic of Moldova, has visited 163 countries and aims to visit every country in the world.

About 8,000 books were collected by the Government as part of the “Library under the Christmas Tree” campaign

During December 2025, hundreds of employees from public institutions, private companies, and non-governmental organisations donated approximately 8,000 books as part of the fourth edition of the "Library under the Christmas Tree" campaign organised by the government.

Baby milk powder recall expanded: six product names from seven batches pulled from sale

The National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) has announced the withdrawal of new batches of Nestlé brand baby milk powder due to non-compliance with an ingredient supplied by external sources.

Christmas Fair in the Great National Assembly Square extended to January 25

The Christmas Fair in Great National Assembly Square will continue until January 25, one week longer than previously announced. The fair will conclude with a raffle organized by the Chisinau City Hall.

Alexandru Radu saved dozens with his rare blood type

A single blood donation can save at least three lives, and Alexandru Radu knows this from personal experience rather than just statistics. He has donated blood 63 times and is committed to continuing this practice whenever he can. The first life he saved was not just an anonymous recipient; it was a child from his neighborhood who had been seriously injured in an accident.

Northern Moldova affected by snowfall, 58 vehicles deployed on roads

Recent snowfall over the past few hours has necessitated interventions on several road segments in northern Moldova. According to the National Road Administration (AND), teams worked throughout the night to clear the roads and apply anti-skid materials.

Students are back at school for the second semester

All educational institutions in the Republic of Moldova commenced the second semester of the academic year on January 12, which will conclude on May 29, 2026.