Severe disability pension rules to change from January 2027

Moldova's parliament has approved legislation allowing people with severe disabilities since childhood to receive both disability and survivor's pensions, regardless of when their supporting family member died, from January 1, 2027.

Chisinau career fair offers 1,000 jobs across top sectors

More than 1,000 jobs will open to job seekers at the Career Fair in Chisinau on October 23-24, bringing together approximately 20 major employers from across several key economic industries.

Psychologist warns of severe family burnout in sandwich generation

Severe family burnout is rising in Moldova as couples face financial stress, unequal household chores, and the burden of caring for multiple generations, psychological counselor Peter-Vlad Ianușevici warned.

Forestry agency readies 31 million saplings for planting push

Moldova's forestry agency has readied over 31 million saplings across national nurseries to supply upcoming autumn and spring reforestation campaigns, officials announced on Thursday, advancing the country's national climate strategy.

Cardiologist urges wine moderation despite antioxidant benefits

Cardiologist Eleonora Vataman urges strict moderation in wine consumption, warning that while red wine contains protective antioxidants, its blood-pressure risks outweigh benefits for patients with cardiovascular disease.

Nearly 460 asylum seekers await decisions in Moldova

Moldovan authorities are currently processing nearly 460 asylum applications, including 88 from Ukrainian citizens, Minister of Internal Affairs Daniella Misail-Nichitin announced during an interview on Moldova 1’s current affairs show “Pe Față.”

Moldovan researchers can receive grants up to 20,000 euros

Researchers in the Republic of Moldova can obtain grants of up to 20,000 euros for conducting scientific studies, or up to 10,000 euros for promoting research results internationally. The Ministry of Education and Research (MEC), in partnership with the National Agency for Research and Development (ANCD), has launched two calls for grant proposals under the "Higher Education in Moldova" project, which is supported by the World Bank. Applications may be submitted until December 20.

Nearly 1,800 shelters in Moldova; some are unusable, Minister of Internal Affairs

The Republic of Moldova has nearly 1,800 shelters, with a total capacity of over 350,000 people. However, not all of them are prepared to provide protection in an emergency. Minister of Internal Affairs Daniella Misail-Nichitin acknowledged, on the Moldova 1 program "Pe Față" that many of these do not meet minimum safety standards and require repairs and additional investment.

TRM seeks to enhance cooperation with Denmark, focusing on technical modernization and media content exchange

The "Teleradio-Moldova" (TRM) company could gain access to Danish films, series, documentaries, and music programs, and benefit from professional exchanges with Danish media experts. Opportunities for collaboration, along with support for the technical modernization of the public broadcaster, were discussed on Wednesday, October 21, during a meeting between the TRM leadership and the Ambassador of Denmark to the Republic of Moldova, Søren Jensen.

National Army recruits: Government sets conscription number by January 2027

Over 1,200 young people will be inducted into the National Army between October 2026 and January 2027, according to a decision approved by the Government on Wednesday, October 21. The document sets recruitment quotas for each district and municipality in the country; most will serve the standard term, while 10 individuals will serve a shortened term.

A facial image registry will be established in Moldova, comparable to data from other countries

The Republic of Moldova will have an electronic registry of facial images, which will allow authorities to automatically compare photographs in order to identify suspects or missing persons, and to establish the identity of deceased individuals. The system will also facilitate data exchange with other states.

Moldova has withdrawn staff from four checkpoints in Ukraine due to war risks

The Republic of Moldova has withdrawn its Border Police and Customs Service personnel from four joint checkpoints located on Ukrainian territory in order to reduce risks posed by military attacks near the border. Authorities in Chișinău are currently discussing with the Ukrainian side the possibility of having Ukrainian border guards conduct checks on the territory of the Republic of Moldova instead. The Minister of Internal Affairs, Daniella Misail-Nichitin, made this announcement during the program "Pe Față" on Moldova 1 TV.