Over 257,000 foreign tourists visited the Republic of Moldova in the first half of the year

In the first half of 2026, accommodation units in the Republic of Moldova welcomed over 257,000 visitors, marking an increase of nearly 16% compared to the same period last year. Among these guests, 62% were foreign tourists, while the remaining visitors were local citizens enjoying their holidays at home.

Chisinau International Airport sees 21% passenger traffic increase

Chisinau "Eugen Doga" International Airport experienced a 21% increase in passenger traffic during the first half of 2026, significantly surpassing the European average of 2.6%. This achievement strengthens Chisinau Airport's status among medium-sized airports in Europe and highlights the growth of the aviation market in the Republic of Moldova.

Moldova unveils €688 million plan to overhaul education by 2030

The Moldovan government approved the implementation plan for its "Education 2030" strategy on August 19, unlocking approximately €688 million (13.5 billion MDL) in target investments. The five-year roadmap aims to modernize infrastructure, reform curricula, and boost international competitiveness across all education levels by 2030.

Hundreds of teachers rally in Moldova as government freezes pay hike

Hundreds of teachers and educators rallied outside the Government building in Chișinău on August 19, demanding that officials honor promised salary increases scheduled for September 1.

Moldova caravan delivers school supplies to nearly 900 children

Nearly 900 children across Moldova will receive fully equipped backpacks and educational supplies ahead of the new academic year. The assistance comes through the tenth edition of the "I Want to Learn Too" charity campaign.

Moldova moves to formally condemn Soviet-era 1946–1947 famine

The Moldovan Cabinet has issued a favorable opinion on a draft law seeking to recognize the artificially induced famine of 1946–1947 as a crime against humanity committed by the Soviet regime.

Moldovan cabinet approves senior government resignations and changes

The Moldovan Cabinet of Ministers accepted the resignations of State Agency on Intellectual Property (AGEPI) Director Iulian Iorga and two other senior state officials during its meeting on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.

Un-degreed youth hire at Moldovan Ministry sparks patronage debate

Moldova’s ruling Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) faces renewed political scrutiny over public sector hiring practices following revelations regarding rapid youth wing appointments.

Moldova launches real-time medicine tracking to prevent shortages

Moldova is establishing a national digital platform to monitor daily pharmaceutical inventories and flag supply risks before they impact patients. The system will track stock levels across importers, distributors, retail pharmacies, and healthcare facilities nationwide.

Toxic smoke engulfs central Moldova as landfill fire spreads to forest

Emergency services and local authorities in central Moldova have stabilized a major landfill blaze after two days of intense firefighting. The fire broke out on Sunday afternoon at the municipal dump in Călărași and rapidly spread to an adjacent forest strip, scorching nearly four hectares of land.

Moldovan educators demand promised pay hikes ahead of mass protests

Education workers will protest on Wednesday, August 19, in Chisinau’s Great National Assembly Square, demanding that authorities honor promised salary increases starting September 1. The rally, organized by the Education and Science Trade Union Federation (FSEȘ), will take place between 09:00 and 11:30 AM.

Chișinău substation nears launch for European power imports

Finalization works at the Chișinău Electrical Substation, part of the strategic 400 kV Vulcănești–Chișinău overhead power line, have entered their conclusive phase.