Moldova discards tons of produce due to EU pesticide rules

The reduction of permitted pesticide levels across Europe has significantly increased the amount of fruits and vegetables destroyed in the Republic of Moldova due to exceeding permissible chemical levels.

Termoelectrica appoints new director after scandal

Iurie Razlovan has been appointed as the director of the Moldovan Joint Stock Company "Termoelectrica." The decision was approved by the Company's Council following a competition in which six individuals participated.

News Analysis // Electoral fraud and corruption threaten Moldova’s presidential elections

This review encapsulates the primary headlines from the Moldovan press concerning the alarming developments during the presidential elections.

Moldova goes digital: Simplifying services for citizens

The authorities of the Republic of Moldova have set the goal of 100% digitalization of public and private services by 2030.

Moldova simplifies energy bill compensation for citizens

The registration procedure for energy bill compensation will remain unchanged from previous years. Starting in November, citizens will need to register on the platform compensatii.gov.md, where they can enter their personal data, including monthly income, either independently or with the assistance of social workers.

Maia Sandu and Alexandr Stoianoglo go face to face in debate: Accusations and promises for the Republic of Moldova

The two candidates for the seat of president, Maia Sandu and Alexandr Stoianoglo, had today their first face-to-face debate, before the second round of voting, on November 3. The electoral debate took place at the Palace of the Republic, the candidates asked each other questions directly, without their discussion being moderated by anyone. Among the topics addressed by the two were: the economy, justice, attracting investments, relations with neighboring states and European integration.

Number of Ukrainian students who study in schools in the Republic of Moldova on a rise

The number of Ukrainian refugee children who continue their studies in gymnasiums and lyceums in the Republic of Moldova is constantly increasing and has reached 2,400 students this year, compared to 1,600 last year. A higher number of refugees from the neighboring country and citizens of the Republic of Moldova of Ukrainian ethnicity want to learn in the Ukrainian language, claim representatives of the Ministry of Education and Research.

Police drew up more than 340 other minutes in voter fraud cases

The police drew up 341 reports for passive electoral corruption, 262 reports have already been sent for examination and the adoption of legal decisions to the National Anticorruption Center.

Traffic at the Leușeni and Sculeni customs was restored

UPDATE: Cross-border traffic at the Leușeni and Sculeni checkpoints was restored. The Border Police announces that traffic is proceeding without difficulties, with minimal crossing times.

Winter tire price hike hits Moldovan drivers

This year, Moldovan drivers are facing a significant increase in the cost of winter tires, with some having to pay 1,200 lei (62,01 euro) more for a set of four compared to last year.

Another arrest in Moldova's electoral corruption investigation

Another individual implicated in an illegal scheme to finance political parties and electoral corruption will be placed under house arrest, following a journalistic investigation conducted by “Ziarul de Gardă,” as reported by the General Inspectorate of Police.

Romania and Moldova enhance border control

Romania and the Republic of Moldova will establish joint control at the Galați-Giurgiulești border crossing.