Maia Sandu: Constitution won’t be changed for a third presidential term. "I can contribute from other positions too"

The Constitution of the Republic of Moldova currently restricts individuals to serving a maximum of two presidential terms. President Maia Sandu has confirmed that there will be no amendments to this rule that would allow her to run for a third term. She won her second term as president in the fall of 2024.

Millions in crypto transfers linked to election interference, CNA

Over $100 million in cryptocurrency was transferred through a virtual wallet to influence last year's parliamentary elections in the Republic of Moldova. In May and September alone, transactions exceeding $43 million were recorded, according to Alexandr Pinzari, the director of the National Anticorruption Center (CNA). He presented this information during the activity report in the Parliament's plenary session on March 5.

Berlin reaffirms support for Chisinau: Germany funds over 70 projects in Moldova

Germany continues to support the Republic of Moldova through investments, economic cooperation, and assistance in strengthening institutions, state security, and its European path. Berlin officials say Moldova has shown remarkable resilience in facing challenges from the war in Ukraine and disinformation campaigns.

Trade friction: Moldova cites health risks for poultry ban as Kiev eyes wine imports

Moldovan and Ukrainian authorities are engaged in daily technical negotiations to resolve a trade dispute following Chisinau's ban on Ukrainian poultry. Vice Prime Minister Eugeniu Osmochescu clarified that while Kiev is considering licensing requirements for Moldovan wine, no full embargo is currently on the table.

New Moldovan Ambassador Mihai Mîțu presents credentials to President Nicușor Dan at Cotroceni Palace

Romania’s commitment to the Republic of Moldova remains a core foreign policy priority. President Nicușor Dan reaffirmed this strategic partnership during a meeting with the new Moldovan Ambassador to Bucharest, Mihai Mîțu.

Moldova must end political leniency toward separatist regime, says former defense chief

Chisinau's path to resolving the Transnistrian conflict depends on internal political will and shifting regional security dynamics, including a fundamental redefinition of international presence in the Security Zone.

PM Munteanu, 34 years after the Nistru War: “People on the left bank can join the rest of the country on the path to the EU”

Over three decades after the Nistru War, officials are warning of the growing impact of the Russian Federation's "cognitive war" against the Republic of Moldova. They have also called for the withdrawal of troops that are illegally stationed on the left bank of the Nistru River.

Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Moldova in Hamburg inaugurated this week

The Republic of Moldova will open an Honorary Consulate in Hamburg, Germany. The office will be inaugurated this week during Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi's visit to Germany.

Ministerial mandate over political ambition: Dan Perciun to prioritize educational reforms

Education and Research Minister Dan Perciun has categorically dismissed rumors regarding a potential candidacy for the Chisinau Mayoralty under the PAS banner.

Bypassing Moscow: Moldova and Tiraspol resume direct dialogue to sideline Russian influence

Following a pivotal meeting at the OSCE headquarters in Tiraspol on February 26, 2026, Moldovan officials signaled a strategic shift in conflict resolution. The dialogue aims to marginalize Russia's role as a "mediator" while forcing the breakaway region into the national economic and legal framework.

Hybrid warfare in Chisinau: the anatomy of a failed FSB soft power operation

Moldovan citizens Alexandr Ciuprin and Ludmila Corsun, both holding Russian passports, have been identified as key assets in a Kremlin-backed influence operation. An investigation by Deschide.MD reveals the duo operated under the direct coordination of Vladimir Sukhinin, an officer of the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB).

Governance failure: officials pocket public funds for partisan gatherings without quorum

Chisinau municipal councilors are under fire for receiving allowances of approximately €150 (approx. 3,000 MDL) for sessions that never officially took place. Despite failing to pass a municipal budget for nearly two years, officials continue to collect payments for failed attempts to convene.