Former finance minister tipped to lead critical Moldovan committee

Moldova's parliamentary permanent bureau has nominated lawmaker Victoria Belous to chair the Committee for Economy, Budget, and Finance. The legislature will examine and vote on the draft resolution during its plenary session on Thursday, July 2.

Moldova creates permanent critical infrastructure defense unit

The Moldovan government approved the establishment of a permanent inter-institutional working group to safeguard critical infrastructure. The newly formed body will coordinate national efforts to identify, designate, and secure vital state facilities.

Moldova's ruling party initiates reform after state enterprise scandal

The Moldovan Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) has moved to address integrity concerns following a public outcry over excessive compensation at state-owned enterprises. On June 30, PAS leader Igor Grosu announced the expulsion of four party members and demanded a government-led overhaul of wage policies in the public sector.

Moldova state company scandal forces top political, fiscal resignations

The Moldovan air traffic management authority, MoldATSA, has triggered a severe institutional crisis, leading to a wave of high-profile political and administrative resignations. The scandal involves fraudulent executive credentials and highly disproportionate compensation packages within the strategic state enterprise.

Cyprus Deputy Minister for European Affairs receives Moldova’s “Order of Honor”

President Maia Sandu awarded the "Order of Honor" to Marilena Raouna, the Deputy Minister for European Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus, in recognition of their outstanding cooperation.

Radu Marian steps down after MoldATSA salary scandal

Radu Marian, a deputy from the Action and Solidarity Party, has announced his resignation as chairman of the parliamentary committee on economy, budget, and finance. This decision comes amid a scandal involving alleged salary abuses at the state-owned enterprise MoldATSA. Marian stated that he took responsibility for recommending a person to join the enterprise's team in good faith; however, he claimed he was unaware of any irregularities within the institution.

Opposition challenges PrePay card registration rules

The Electronic Communications Law was updated to include a provision for identifying PrePay card users. These cards will only be activated after the user has provided an identity document for verification.

Constitutional Court will review Justice Ministry challenge to Gagauzia elections on July 7

On July 7, the Constitutional Court will review a request from the Ministry of Justice to assess the constitutionality of various provisions within Gagauzia's election legislation. Specifically, the judges will determine whether the People's Assembly has the authority to approve the composition of the central electoral authority in Comrat.

Tatiana Batin leaves Grosu’s team after MoldATSA scandal

Tatiana Batin, the chief of staff for Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu and a cousin of President Maia Sandu, has resigned from her position. Grosu stated that the decision was made "by mutual agreement." The resignation comes in the wake of a scandal involving salaries at MoldATSA, where her sister, Anastasia Taburceanu, earned over one million lei in less than a year after being hired as a spokesperson.

Moldova stands with Ukraine: PM’s message at Gdańsk Reconstruction Conference

Moldova continues to strongly support Ukraine, and the cooperation between the two countries is expanding through strategic infrastructure projects. Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu shared this message at the Ukraine Recovery Conference, which was held on June 25 in Gdańsk, Poland.

Cluj-raised American officer becomes US defense attaché in Moldova

The United States Embassy in the Republic of Moldova has announced the appointment of a new Defense Attaché, Marcel Bolboacă-Negru, on their official Facebook page in Chisinau.

EU integration and minority rights discussed by Popșoi and OSCE official

European integration involves creating a society where every citizen feels respected and has equal opportunities to thrive. This was stated by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mihai Popșoi during a meeting with Ambassador Christophe Kamp, the OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities, who was visiting Chișinău.