MEC launches 'Study in Moldova' 2.0 to showcase competitive domestic higher education

The Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) has launched the second edition of the "Study in Moldova" national campaign. This initiative aims to position domestic universities as competitive alternatives to Western institutions.

Chisinau to streamline local governance with €8.8 million reform budget

The Government of Moldova is set to significantly reduce the number of administrative districts (raions) as part of a deep structural overhaul. Government Secretary General Alexei Buzu announced that the reform aims to consolidate local capacities and accelerate regional development.

Moldova’s Government approves strategic merger to create southern academic hub in Cahul

The Moldovan Government approved the integration of "Bogdan Petriceicu Hasdeu" State University of Cahul into the Technical University of Moldova (TUM) during its February 4 session.

Moldova strengthens cancer prevention through European partnerships and screening programs

Lifestyle adjustments, including smoking cessation, reduced alcohol consumption, and timely vaccination, could prevent 25% to 30% of cancer cases in the Republic of Moldova, according to Ruslan Baltaga, Director of the National Oncological Institute. Speaking on World Cancer Day, observed annually on February 4, Baltaga emphasized that regular screenings and primary care consultations are critical in shifting the national healthcare focus from treatment to prevention.

Minister Gheorghe Hajder declares war on forestry corruption following Ghidighici investigation

Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder has called for sweeping resignations and criminal proceedings following the discovery of massive illegal logging at the Ghidighici Forestry District. Inspectors identified 1,007 illegally felled trees, labeling the case as one of the most severe forestry crimes in recent years.

Brussels study visit awaits winners of Moldova’s national EuroQuiz competition

The Bureau for European Integration, in partnership with the Ministry of Education and Research, has officially launched EuroQuiz 2026. This national competition invites students in grades 9–12 to demonstrate their knowledge of the European Union for a chance to win a study trip to Brussels.

Crisis Management Center mobilizes thousands of personnel for winter emergency

The National Crisis Management Center (CNMC) has placed all state authorities on high alert from February 4 to 8. This decision follows weather forecasts predicting sharp temperature fluctuations, precipitation, and a high risk of black ice across the country.

Quality over quantity: Moldova reforms national exams following teacher-led audit

The Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) has announced targeted adjustments to the 2026 National Baccalaureate exam structure. These changes follow an extensive evaluation and consultation process with educators across the country.

Genderdoc-M report 2025: Systemic vulnerabilities and Transnistrian repression

Hate speech and transphobic rhetoric in Moldova shifted toward "veiled" disinformation in 2025, often hidden within anti-EU narratives and electoral messaging. The annual report on LGBTI+ rights, released on February 3, 2026, warns that election years remain the most volatile periods for human rights.

Tax authorities report €67k in fines as February enforcement wave begins

The State Tax Service (STS) has announced an intensification of operational tax audits throughout February 2026. This initiative aims to prevent the misuse of cash register equipment and combat broader fiscal legislation violations.

Household energy bills to drop by 13% following lower procurement costs and strategic revenue adjustments

Moldovan household consumers will pay €0.74 (approx. 14.42 MDL) per cubic meter of natural gas starting this week. The new regulated prices, approved by the National Agency for Energy Regulation (ANRE) on February 3, represent a 13% decrease compared to current rates.

Real estate union seeks to triple cash limit to unlock Moldovan property market

The Union of Real Estate Agencies (UAI) has petitioned the Moldovan Parliament for urgent legislative intervention to revive a stagnant property market. The organization warns that a combination of rigid anti-money laundering (AML) rules and institutional bottlenecks has pushed transactions to a 15-year low.