Illegal taxi services in the capital: fines of over 28,000 lei

Seventeen individuals were fined for illegally providing taxi services in Chisinau, either by not using cash or failing to utilize appropriate control equipment.

The Republic of Moldova will build three new power lines to interconnect with Romania and Ukraine.

The Republic of Moldova plans to construct new energy interconnection lines with Romania and Ukraine. This initiative aims to enhance its energy independence and facilitate the integration of future renewable energy capacities into the European grid. Energy Minister Dorin Junghietu made the announcement during a recent Partnership for Transatlantic Energy Cooperation (P-TEC) meeting in Athens, attended by officials from the United States and Europe.

Comrat Wine Festival brought together more than 15 wineries and dozens of amateur winemakers

The traditional annual Wine Festival took place in Comrat on Sunday. Wineries from the Gagauz Autonomous Region and across the country, along with local home wine producers, showcased their harvests alongside a variety of traditional dishes. Dozens of dancers and folk ensembles provided rhythm and cheer throughout the event. Additionally, the winemakers received awards for their contributions.

Three farmers from Puhăceni work at home, saying "Farming has challenges but brings gains"

On the banks of the Nistru, in the village of Puhăceni, Anenii Noi district, three brothers demonstrated that agriculture can become a successful business. It all started after the breakup of the collective farms, when their father, Eugeniu Petrov, invested in the first greenhouses, installed irrigation canals and decided to grow vegetables on a large scale, experimenting with various varieties.

Radu Marian: No fuel shortage expected after Lukoil sanctions

Radu Marian, the president of the Parliamentary Committee on Economy, Budget, and Finance, assured that there will be no shortage of gasoline or diesel in the market once the sanctions against the Lukoil group take effect. He also stated that he would seek explanations from the Competition Council regarding Lukoil-Moldova's status as the sole supplier of aviation fuel for the “Eugen Doga” International Airport in Chișinău, as well as the company's ownership of the storage and refueling infrastructure for aircraft.

US oil sanctions throw EU into chaos as Romania refinery faces November 21 deadline

The looming US sanctions against Lukoil and Rosneft have thrown European Union nations—where the two Russian oil giants operate—into chaos. Countries are scrambling to secure fuel supply before the Lukoil sanctions take full effect on November 21.

Vertical Corridor expansion boosts energy security

Gas transmission system operators Vestmoldtransgaz (Moldova), DESFA (Greece), Bulgartransgaz EAD (Bulgaria), Transgaz (Romania), and Gas TSO of Ukraine, alongside ICGB AD (the independent operator of the Greece-Bulgaria Interconnector), have issued a joint letter to national energy regulators.

Trade & tradition: Made in Moldova shines at Iași Fair

Moldovan wines, artisanal cheeses, bee honey, and even natural cosmetics are captivating the residents of Iași, Romania.

Moldova's milk production soars by 23%; eyes EU

The Republic of Moldova (R. Moldova) is closer to securing the right to export pork to the European Union (EU) market, provided it passes the rigorous evaluation of European experts.

Energy crisis and debt hinder Moldova's 1% GDP growth

The Gross Domestic Product (GDP growth R. Moldova) has barely moved, increasing by only 0.4% over the last five years, a figure that signals severe Moldova economic stagnation.

US sanctions force Lukoil out: Moldova secures kerosene supply

The Moldova state takeover of the sole kerosene supply depot at the “Eugen Doga” Chisinau International Airport fuel facility is moving forward.

ANRE: Gas tariff for consumers could be adjusted in January 2026

The natural gas tariff may be revised in January of next year, according to the National Energy Regulatory Agency (ANRE). Energocom, the state-owned company that recently became the primary supplier of gas to end consumers, will present the necessary calculations to establish the new tariffs by the end of this year.