Number of family doctors in Moldova could decrease

The Republic of Moldova is facing a shortage of about 200 family doctors, according to the Health Ministry. This is due to a number of factors, including the retirement of many family doctors and the lack of investment in the field.

Foreigners caught trying to illegally cross Moldovan border into Romania

Five foreign nationals, including a minor, were detained on Saturday after they were caught trying to illegally cross the Moldovan border into Romania.

Government to launch new programs for Moldovan diaspora

The government of Moldova is planning to launch new programs to engage and support the Moldovan diaspora, the head of the Bureau for Diaspora Relations said on Friday.

PRESS REVIEW // Reactions to the Kremlin's response to the departure of Russian diplomats and the social security deficit

Reactions to the Kremlin's response after the departure of Russian diplomats from Chisinau and the increasing deficit of the social security system - among the media topics Alla Ceapai reviews.

New teacher bonus system announced in Moldova

The Ministry of Education has announced that starting with the 2023 school year, primary, secondary, and high school teachers will be remunerated on the basis of a new method of calculating specific bonuses.

Around 400 prosecutors to attend General Assembly of Prosecutors in Moldova

Around 400 prosecutors are expected to attend the General Assembly of Prosecutors in Moldova next week, Acting Prosecutor General Ion Munteanu said on Friday.

Moldova's Government, Farmers' Association discuss subsidies, cross-border traffic

The management of Moldova's Ministry of Agriculture met with representatives of the Farmers' Force Association on Tuesday to discuss ways to support farmers affected by the country's economic crisis.

Moldova to require ID for all currency exchange transactions

The Moldovan parliament has voted in favour of a law that would require people to present identification documents for all currency exchange transactions, regardless of the amount.

Republic of Moldova's passport ranked 51st in the world

The Republic of Moldova's passport has been ranked 51st in the world in terms of travel freedom, according to the latest Henley Passport Index report. This means that holders of a Moldovan passport can travel visa-free to 121 countries.

Moldovan universities accredited at European level

Five universities in Moldova have been accredited at European level, which allows the recognition and compatibility of diplomas issued by them in European Union countries, the Ministry of Education announces.

Moldova to introduce licensing system for doctors

A licensing system for doctors could be introduced in Moldova, says Health Minister Ala Nemerenco. According to her, the evaluation of medical professionals every five years would allow professional doctors with attitudes and skills to remain in the system. She gives assurances that the mechanism will not affect the shortage of medical professionals.

Fuel oil leak at Termoelectrica plant raises concerns about management

A commission of inquiry has presented its conclusions on the incident in the fuel oil household at the Termoelectrica plant in Chisinau, Moldova. The commission found that a steam pipe had cracked and an insignificant amount of fuel oil had leaked out, about 100-200 kg.