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.

"Our Party" files simple motion against Finance Ministry’s fiscal policy

The parliamentary faction of "Our Party" has announced the initiation of a straightforward motion against the fiscal policy proposed by the Minister of Finance in the draft budgetary-fiscal policy for 2027. They are inviting all members of Parliament to sign it. The faction argues that the document goes beyond mere technical adjustments and, in fact, constitutes a comprehensive fiscal reform that could significantly affect the national economy, the business environment, and citizens' standard of living.

Moldovan PM orders property agency overhaul after scandal

The Moldovan government will overhaul the Public Property Agency (APP) following mounting scrutiny over internal institutional practices, Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu announced during a cabinet meeting on June 24.

Political deadlock in Chisinau over industrial zone rezoning project

The Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) faction in the Chisinau Municipal Council announced it will abstain from voting on the Zonal Urban Plan (PUZ) for the Industrial Street district. PAS counselors cited a lack of transparency from the municipal administration regarding the project's impact on local residents and private property rights.

Former Moldovan spy chief loses citizenship after East-West swap

Moldovan President Maia Sandu revoked the citizenship of Alexandru Balan on June 23, following his involvement in a high-profile international prisoner exchange. Balan is the former deputy director of the country’s Intelligence and Security Service (SIS).