1918 Union marked in Parliament with applause and thanks to Romania

The Parliament applauded the presence of the delegation from the Legal, Appointments, Discipline, Immunities, and Validations Committee of the Romanian Senate during the plenary session in Chisinau. This event took place on March 27, marking the 108th anniversary of the Union of Bassarabia with Romania.

“Moldova deserves to advance”: Pension deal signed in Bratislava, EU support reaffirmed

"Slovakia stands firmly with the Republic of Moldova, and Bratislava is committed to doing everything possible to help our country advance swiftly on the path to European Union membership. This message of support was conveyed at a high level during President Maia Sandu's official visit to Slovakia, which marked a new chapter in bilateral relations. During this visit, an Agreement on social protection was signed, enhancing economic and sectoral cooperation."

Moldova and Romania legal committees hold first joint meeting in Chișinău

Members of the legal committees from the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova and the Senate of Romania will hold a joint session in Chisinau on Thursday, March 26. The discussions will focus on strengthening the rule of law, a central pillar of Moldova's accession process to the European Union.

Government recalls Dumitru Socolan as Moldova’s ambassador to Japan

The government has approved the recall of Ambassador Dumitru Socolan from Japan, based on the proposal of Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Moldova aims to boost economic ties with Slovakia during Maia Sandu’s Bratislava visit

The main topics for discussion at the meeting between Slovakia's President, Peter Pellegrini, and Moldova's President, Maia Sandu, during her visit to Bratislava on March 26 will be the strengthening of bilateral relations, particularly in the economic sector, and support for Moldova's accession to the European Union.

Moldova’s rail sector remains 'most difficult' chapter in EU bid

Moldova is making steady progress in aligning its transport sector with European Union standards, yet the process faces significant structural vulnerabilities and implementation gaps.

Neutral Moldova seeks 'security exporter' status via Ukraine aid

Moldova holds the legitimate and legal right to join the "Coalition of the Willing" to support Ukraine, according to regional security experts. The move signals Chisinau's ambition to transition from a security consumer to an active "security exporter" through military diplomacy.

Critics warn of democratic backslide as Moldova eyes mayor removals

The Republic of Moldova’s ruling Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) has introduced a draft law that would allow Parliament to suspend mayors and local councillors. Under the proposal, officials could be removed if they violate the Constitution or pose a threat to national security.

Chișinău's mayor fires utility firm chief, but rivals call it a cover-up

Chișinău's mayor, Ion Ceban, ordered the dismissal of the leadership of Infocom, a municipal utility and housing services company, and called for an internal inquiry to be completed within three days, amid a growing scandal over the company's operations.

President Sandu calls urgent security meeting on border crime

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has convened a meeting of the Supreme Security Council (SSC) today, March 23, at 11:00 AM. The President’s Office announced the session early Monday morning.

Moldova accuses Russia of polluting the Nistru River, urges international pressure; Parliament approves declaration

The Parliament of the Republic of Moldova firmly condemns the actions of the Russian Federation that led to cross-border contamination of the Dniester River and affected water supply security and public health. The declaration was adopted during the plenary session on March 20, with 63 votes from deputies of the PAS majority and from the “Democracy at Home” and “Partidul Nostru” factions. The communists, socialists and deputies from “Alternativa” did not support the document, choosing either to vote against it or to abstain.

Security Council reorganized: members and decision process

President Maia Sandu approved, by decree, a new Regulation on the organization and functioning of the National Security Council (CNS), a document that redefines the structure, attributions and working methods of the institution, introduces stricter rules regarding the responsibility of members and strengthens the mechanisms for making and implementing decisions in the field of national security.