Honor Guard is preparing for the Independence Day parade

The soldiers of the National Army's Honor Guard Company started preparations for the military parade marking the 35th anniversary of the proclamation of the Independence of the Republic of Moldova.

2026–2027 academic year brings longer school holidays

In the 2026-2027 school year, beginning on September 1, students in the Republic of Moldova will have longer vacations. Overall, they will enjoy approximately one additional week of free time compared to the previous academic year.

Final reading: Parliament adopts tougher penalties for drug promotion on social media

Social networks and messaging apps will no longer provide a safe space for individuals selling or promoting illegal substances. Starting at the end of August, any drug-related activities conducted online will face harsher penalties. This decision follows a vote by deputies on July 30th regarding significant amendments to the Penal Code.

Over two-thirds of medicines authorized by AMDM are new to Moldova

In 2026, the number of medicines available on the pharmaceutical market in the Republic of Moldova increased by 167. During the first seven months of the year, the Agency for Medicines and Medical Devices (AMDM) authorized a total of 245 new preparations, with 67% of these registered for the first time.

Moldovan parliament invites 1991 generation to mark 35 years

The Moldovan Parliament has launched a national campaign titled "I Am the Moldova 35 Generation," inviting citizens born in 1991—the year the country declared independence—to share their reflections on what their homeland means to them as it reaches its 35-year milestone.

Moldova property values triple as cadastre audit completes

A nationwide real estate assessment in Moldova has increased average property cadastral values by 2.9 times.

Chisinau builds emergency fuel and water stocks under alert

The Chisinau Commission for Exceptional Situations mandated the creation of strategic fuel and water reserves on July 29. The decision follows a 30-day national state of alert triggered by energy supply chain bottlenecks and critically low water levels in the Dniester River.

Russian drones endanger neutral Moldova with 60 airspace breaches

Russian military aggression against Ukraine has repeatedly spilled into Moldovan airspace since the full-scale invasion began on February 24, 2022. Over the past four and a half years, defense systems have recorded 60 illegal overflights involving Russian and Iranian-manufactured missiles and drones, including decoy aircraft.

​Moldova boosts dual education subsidies to €1.27M for firms

​The Moldovan Government has approved a fixed 50% subsidy scheme for companies offering practical training through vocational dual education programs.

Admission 2026: More than 10,000 applications filed on the first day

More than 10,000 young people submitted their applications for admission to higher education on the first day of registration at universities in the Republic of Moldova. According to the Ministry of Education and Research (MEC), there are three days remaining in the admission period.

Parliament passes first reading of civic initiative bill

Citizens will play a more active role in the decision-making process. They will not only be able to participate in consultations on draft normative acts but also have the opportunity to propose initiatives for inclusion on the authorities' agenda. This provision is part of a draft law that has been voted on by Parliament in its first reading, introducing the concept of civic initiative into the legislation.

University admissions begin: Higher scholarships and over 9,000 state-funded places

University admissions in the Republic of Moldova have started, and thousands of graduates are making decisions about their academic futures. Applications can be submitted online or in person until August 1.