Chisinau City Hall: 10th-grade admission starts July 13 via competition

Admission to the 10th grade for the 2026-2027 academic year will be conducted on a competitive basis through a transparent digital process, in accordance with the regulatory framework approved by the Ministry of Education and Research. According to an announcement from the Chisinau City Hall, applications must be submitted exclusively online via the eșcoală platform. Students will have the option to choose a maximum of three high school institutions.

Corina Călugăru on women’s role and Moldova’s global image: from diplomacy to culture

The State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Corina Călugăru, states that women represent approximately half of the diplomatic corps of the Republic of Moldova, a significant improvement compared to two decades ago, when their presence in diplomacy was much lower. The statements were made in the studio of the "Bună dimineaza" show on Moldova 1.

Farmers protest again; police suggest alternative routes to Leușeni and Sculeni

The police are warning drivers to avoid traveling towards the Leușeni and Sculeni border crossings on Thursday, June 25, due to farmers' intentions to continue protests and block these roads.

Moldova to launch automated vehicle eCall emergency system by 2027

The Moldovan Government approved the necessary legislative framework on June 24 to modernize the national 112 emergency service by integrating western eCall technology.

New rules introduced to monitor and reduce environmental noise

Regions impacted by excessive noise will be identified using acoustic maps. Relevant authorities and operators will develop and implement strategies to reduce noise pollution, in accordance with a regulation approved by the Government on June 24.

Tractor protests hit Moldova as government plans fiscal reform

Farmers from more than 15 districts across Moldova staged protests with agricultural machinery on national highways on Wednesday, June 24.

Moldova to expand military training and adjust defense pensions

The Moldovan Ministry of Defense is preparing legislative amendments that would require citizens aged 18 to 55 to undergo mandatory basic military training. Defense Minister Anatolie Nosatii clarified on Wednesday, June 24, that the initiative aims to strengthen national resilience rather than initiate mass mobilization.

Finance ministry abandons pharmaceutical VAT hike for 2027 budget

The Moldovan Ministry of Finance has abandoned its controversial proposal to increase the Value Added Tax (VAT) on medicines from 8% to 20%. Minister of Finance Andrian Gavriliță confirmed the retreat following warnings from health officials and business associations that the fiscal reform would destabilize the country's vulnerable medical infrastructure.

Moldova bans public smoking and nicotine pouches in health reform

Moldova has enacted sweeping anti-smoking legislation that introduces stricter penalties and broader public restrictions effective June 24. The measures aim to reduce public exposure to secondhand smoke and curb nicotine consumption among youth.

Rural Moldovans face higher subsistence costs than city dwellers

Moldovan citizens spent an average of €255 (approx. 4,995 MDL) per month in 2025, according to latest national data. While food products claimed the largest share of overall family budgets at 43%, healthcare represented the lowest expenditure category at just 4.6%.

National Employers’ Confederation of Moldova presents new leadership team

The National Confederation of Employers of the Republic of Moldova (CNPM) has appointed a new leadership team along with new alternate members. This updated team was introduced on June 22 during a meeting of the National Commission for Consultations and Collective Bargaining.

Minister Emil Ceban opposes 20% VAT on medicines, citing unpreparedness

The Ministry of Health expressed a negative view on the proposal to implement a 20% VAT on medicines, as outlined in the draft of the new budgetary-fiscal policy for 2027. Minister Emil Ceban cautions that this measure could lead to a series of price increases and place additional strain on the medical system in the Republic of Moldova.