Chisinau sets green priorities under $3.9B GEF-9 cycle

Representatives from 16 countries gathered in Chisinau on Tuesday to set ecological funding priorities through 2030 under the Global Environment Facility’s newly launched $3.9 billion GEF-9 cycle.

Four candidates advance in race to head Moldova public broadcaster

Moldova's public broadcaster supervisory board scheduled final candidate interviews for Sept. 22, setting the stage to elect a new director-general by late September following competitive evaluations.

FSB arrests Moldovan in alleged plot to kill Russian general

Russia's Federal Security Service arrested a Moldovan citizen for allegedly plotting to assassinate a high-ranking Russian general on behalf of Ukrainian intelligence, Moscow's domestic security agency announced on Tuesday.

Moldova launches race for European Capital of Culture 2033

Moldovan municipalities are invited to enter the national competition for the European Capital of Culture 2033 title, submitting long-term urban cultural development blueprints ahead of the October 4 application deadline.

Damaged textbooks withdrawn, replaced by October 15

Textbooks that are damaged, dirty, have missing pages, or can no longer be used under normal conditions will be withdrawn and replaced. To address some issues reported in schools in Chisinau, the Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) has announced it will begin collecting textbooks from other districts and municipalities. By October 15, worn-out copies distributed to students will be replaced with copies that are in proper condition.

Moldova's first medical institution has an innovative device for early infant vision problem detection

A groundbreaking advancement for the public medical system in the Republic of Moldova! The Republican Rehabilitation Center for Children in Chisinau has introduced an innovative device designed for the early detection of eye diseases. This device specifically targets children aged 0 to 5, including those in high-risk groups, as early diagnosis is crucial for preventing serious visual impairments.

Moldova's Environment Ministry buys ten new automatic stations for stricter air quality monitoring

The air in the Republic of Moldova is generally clean; however, the authorities are working to enhance the pollution surveillance system to provide the public with quicker information when pollution levels exceed permissible limits. Gheorghe Hajder, the Minister of Environment, announced on Moldova 1 that ten new automatic monitoring stations will be purchased and installed in various regions across the country.

Ceadir-Lunga can't handle stray dogs anymore

Residents of Ceadir-Lunga have expressed concerns about packs of stray dogs roaming the streets of the town. In the first eight months of this year, there were 104 reported cases of dog bites, 21 of which involved children. Authorities acknowledged that they are struggling to manage the situation. Many of these abandoned animals are intentionally left behind by residents from surrounding villages.

Tour of Romania Cycling in Moldova: Map and road restrictions for September 9

On September 9, several national road sections will be restricted from 09:40 to 15:50 as part of the first stage of the 2026 Tour of Romania Cycling Tour in Moldova. The competition will start in Chisinau and finish in Ungheni, both located in the Republic of Moldova. The restrictions will be implemented sequentially, depending on the cycling caravan's movement, which is scheduled to arrive in Bucharest on September 13.

New EcoVoucher session until September 13; beneficiaries selected automatically

A new session of the EcoVoucher program started in the Republic of Moldova. Eligible households can receive vouchers worth up to 6,000 lei to replace old household appliances with energy-efficient models. Beneficiaries are automatically selected from applicants for compensation, based on criteria such as energy consumption, income, and the number of household members. This session will conclude on September 13.

Hundreds of Moldovan students begin a new academic year in Romania

Students from the Republic of Moldova have just returned from a one-week summer vacation and have already begun the academic year. In contrast, those studying in Romania will return to their classrooms on Monday. Hundreds of young people from the Republic of Moldova arrived in Iași, where they will spend the next few months away from home. Most of them brought bags and suitcases filled with items prepared for the new academic year. For these students, the start of school brings a mix of emotions: excitement for a new year, the joy of reuniting with classmates, and the sadness of parting with their families.

Over 40 Moldovan wineries showcase their wines in Bucharest. Osmochescu: "They're gaining visibility in foreign markets"

More than 40 wineries from the Republic of Moldova are showcasing their wines at the Moldovan Wine Festival in Bucharest this weekend. During the event, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry, Eugen Osmochescu, said that Romania remains the primary export market for Moldovan wines, with projected sales of approximately $45 million by 2025.