Strategic connectivity: Moldova integrates into EU transport corridors via new Prut bridges

Romania and Moldova are accelerating the integration of their road networks, marking a historic shift toward European infrastructure standards. Irinel Ionel Scrioșteanu, Secretary of State at the Romanian Ministry of Transport, confirmed that the first new bridge at Ungheni is on track for completion this year.

From Bokashi composting to solar energy: Moldovan students lead local climate action

Vocational education in Moldova is undergoing a strategic shift as 11 technical institutions successfully transition from theoretical ecology to hands-on environmental engineering.

Infrastructure crisis in Moldova: National roads M1 and M5 undergo emergency repairs after harsh winter

Chisinau faces a logistics challenge as authorities launch a nationwide road maintenance campaign following a severe freeze-thaw cycle.

Talks with India on work rights for diplomats’ dependents

The Government of the Republic of Moldova has begun negotiations with Indian authorities to permit family members of diplomats to work legally in India. This applies to individuals who are dependents of staff members at diplomatic missions and consular offices.

Doctor: "Well water in Moldova is not considered safe"

Water quality remains a major issue in Moldova, especially in rural areas where many households rely on well water that fails to meet safety standards. Experts observe that nitrates from agriculture and domestic sources contaminate a significant portion of groundwater.

Digital technologies worth 15.5 million lei installed in 290 schools and kindergartens in Moldova

A total of 290 schools and kindergartens nationwide will receive advanced digital technologies to enhance infrastructure and education quality. The Ministry of Education and Research says the new tools will make lessons more engaging and effective.

Museums in the Republic of Moldova will follow a unified set of rules

Museums in the Republic of Moldova currently operate under their own rules, which authorities say often lack consistency and alignment. At the Ministry of Culture’s proposal, the Government decided to standardise them by approving a framework statute for the organisation and operation of public museums.

Moldova approves stricter quality rules for medicines

The Government has revised the regulations for drug manufacturing to ensure that the domestic market has access to safer products. During a meeting on March 18, the Government approved the rules for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) for drugs.

Files on educator Ludmila Vartic’s death merged into one case

The cases concerning the death of Ludmila Vartic, a teacher from Hâncești found dead in early March after allegedly falling from a height, have been merged into a single trial. The case is being examined under the charge of domestic violence with the intent to commit suicide. Viorel Cernăuțeanu, the head of the General Inspectorate of Police (IGP), announced that the investigation is being conducted by the Hâncești investigation unit.

New border overflights: A Shahed military drone spotted over the Republic of Moldova

Moldovan airspace was again invaded by a drone on the night of March 18, near the Palanca border crossing. This marks the second consecutive day of such incidents.

Cernăuțeanu: Tudora drone posed higher explosion risk

A drone discovered in Tudora, located in the Stefan Voda district, was found to contain extremely dangerous cargo. In light of this, Viorel Cernăuțeanu, the head of the General Inspectorate of Police (IGP), is urging citizens to avoid approaching such objects and to contact the authorities immediately if they encounter one. This warning follows an incident in which a man filmed the drone he found near his home and approached it, unaware of the potential risks.

Moldova requests additional intervention measures on the Nistru from Ukraine

The source of pollution in the Nistru has been stopped, according to Ukrainian authorities, the Embassy of Ukraine in Moldova reports, following a meeting between Ambassador Paun Rohovei and Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder. Chișinău has called for the urgent establishment of an effective mechanism for continuous coordination and information-sharing between the competent institutions of both countries.