Moldova boosts defense diplomacy via international peacekeeping

The National Army of Moldova is intensifying its commitment to global stability by expanding its participation in international peacekeeping operations. Beyond domestic infrastructure, the Ministry of Defense is prioritizing the advanced training of personnel to meet international standards.

Moldova’s central bank warns of sophisticated digital fraud

The National Bank of Moldova (BNM) has issued an urgent advisory regarding a surge in sophisticated financial fraud. Malicious actors are increasingly leveraging IP telephony to mask their origin, appearing as official institutions to exploit victims.

A Bucharest park will be named after Donald Trump

Donald Trump won an online poll against Maia Sandu to choose the name for the new extension of Tudor Arghezi Park in Bucharest. The winning name was announced on Monday, May 25, by the mayor of Sector 4, Daniel Băluță, in a Facebook post.

Low interest in simplified Russian citizenship for residents of the left bank of the Nistru

Residents of the Transnistrian region are not rushing to apply for Russian citizenship under the simplified procedure. Only a small number of individuals were seen in front of the diplomatic mission in Chisinau, which started accepting applications on Monday, May 25, following a decree from Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Teacher shortage persists in Moldova, especially in math and physics

The Ministry of Education and Research is working to address the shortage of teaching staff by enhancing financial support for young specialists and reorganizing the school network, particularly in rural areas. Teachers specializing in subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, and the Romanian Language in foreign-language schools who choose to work in public general education institutions can now receive one-time allowances of up to 375,000 lei, which is an increase of 100,000 lei from the previous amount.

Digital testing: Thousands of students showcase IT skills

Today, May 25, approximately 1,500 students in grades 9 to 12 from across the country are participating in the second stage of digital skills testing. This event is organised by the Ministry of Education and Research, along with the National Agency for Curriculum and Evaluation.

Four cultural and historical heritage sites on both banks of the Nistru will be restored with EU support

Four cultural and historical heritage sites on both banks of the Nistru will be restored and enhanced with support from the European Union (EU). This initiative is funded by a project valued at 288,000 euros.

Over 19,000 places will be available in children’s camps across the country in summer 2026

In the summer of 2026, there will be over 19,000 spots available at children's camps in the Republic of Moldova, which includes 27 public and 14 private camps. The Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) estimates that there will be approximately 19,631 places, although the final number may fluctuate based on the authorization and capacity of each camp.

Health authorities confirm additional Q fever cases in the Republic of Moldova

As many as four cases of Q fever were reported in the Republic of Moldova between May 14 and 18. The diagnoses were confirmed by the National Reference Laboratory for High-Risk Infections, according to the National Public Health Agency (ANSP).

Over 1,000 Romanian heroes remembered at Țiganca Cemetery

Heroes are never forgotten. A memorial service took place on Thursday, May 21, in observance of Heroes' Day at the Romanian Soldiers' Cemetery in the village of Țiganca, located in the Cantemir district. Here, 1,020 soldiers who lost their lives in these areas during World War II are laid to rest.

US-Romania pension agreement in force since September, MFA

Moldovans who hold Romanian citizenship will have the opportunity to receive pensions calculated based on their legal work periods in the United States. The Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Friday that the Agreement on Social Security between Romania and the U.S., signed in March 2023, is set to take effect on September 1, 2026.

Education Minister: Equal access to quality education remains a challenge

In the Republic of Moldova, the place of birth significantly influences a person's educational and professional opportunities. Education and Research Minister Dan Perciun highlights that the increasing disparities between rural and urban schools are prompting authorities to expedite the reorganization of the school network. The official estimates that around 100 educational institutions will be restructured this year to concentrate resources on larger and better-equipped schools.