€2 million investment to anchor Moldova’s southern academic hub through UTM merger

The Technical University of Moldova (UTM) is set to integrate the "Bogdan Petriceicu Hasdeu" State University in Cahul, a structural move aimed at revitalizing higher education in the country’s southern region.

Parliament demands urgent clarification after new security law blocks native-born citizens

Moldovan authorities are expected to submit formal proposals today to resolve administrative gridlocks caused by the nation’s recently updated Citizenship Law.

State Road Administration mobilizes massive response as icy conditions grip Moldova

Moldovan authorities remain on high alert as severe black ice and freezing rain continue to disrupt traffic across the national road network.

President Sandu signals shift toward statutory local government consolidation by 2026

The Republic of Moldova is accelerating its administrative-territorial reform, aiming to reduce the number of districts and merge inefficient local town halls. President Maia Sandu recently clarified that while the government prioritizes voluntary mergers, statutory consolidation will become mandatory for localities unable to sustain quality public services.

Transport strike in Chisinau: APOTA accuses regulators of protecting unauthorized bus stations

The Employers' Association of Road Transport Operators (APOTA) announced a protest in front of the National Auto Transport Agency (ANTA) headquarters for Thursday, February 12.

Japan to fund TRM modernization: Parliament approves strategic media grant

The Parliament of the Republic of Moldova gave its initial approval on February 5 to a 192 million yen grant from the Government of Japan. The funding, totaling approximately €1.05 million (approx. 21 million MDL), is earmarked for technical consultancy and high-end equipment procurement for Teleradio-Moldova (TRM).

Chișinău and Abu Dhabi strengthen diplomatic ties through strategic mobility agreement

The governments of the Republic of Moldova and the United Arab Emirates have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the mutual recognition and conversion of driving licenses.

Chisinau expands adoption efforts as Moldova nears total de-institutionalization

The Chisinau City Hall has announced that 72 children, including 38 girls and 34 boys, are currently eligible for adoption. Most of these minors are integrated into alternative care services while awaiting permanent placement.

Strict anti-money laundering regulations spark 81% transaction collapse in Chisinau’s property sector

Moldova’s real estate market is experiencing a severe contraction following the implementation of restrictive cash payment ceilings. Local real estate unions report a dramatic drop in sales, prompting urgent calls for legislative amendments to prevent a total market freeze.

National Police issue safety alert as freezing rain paralyzes Moldovan roads

Dangerous black ice and glazed frost have severely disrupted road and pedestrian traffic across several regions of Moldova this Thursday morning.

Infrastructure gaps and procurement hurdles stall life-saving cancer care in Moldova

Approximately 148 cancer patients in the Republic of Moldova are currently trapped on waiting lists, facing delays of up to five weeks for life-saving radiotherapy. The crisis stems from a severe infrastructure deficit, with only three functional linear accelerators available at the Chisinau Oncology Institute.

Severe weather prompts remote learning and work transition in Chisinau

Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban announced that all municipal schools will transition to remote learning on February 5 and 6. The decision follows severe weather warnings and a high risk of black ice on roads and sidewalks.