DOR program opens for registration: students from Romania and abroad eligible

The Diaspora Relations Office (BRD) is now accepting registrations for the government program "DOR - Diaspora Origins Returns." This initiative is designed for children and young people both in the country and abroad, with the goal of promoting and preserving national traditions and values. Participation is free, and applications can be submitted between March 30 and April 22.

Diaspora project in France: Romanian school & activities for Moldovan children in Provence

A cultural project aimed at the Moldovan community in southern France, funded by the Office for Diaspora Relations (BRD), seeks to strengthen cultural identity and connections with the Republic of Moldova. This initiative involves the development of a Romanian language school and the organization of educational activities. The project is spearheaded by the Province-Est Association in Avignon and specifically targets children from the diaspora. Eudochia Turchin, the organization's president, discussed the initiative in an interview with the "Zi de Zi" show on Radio Moldova.

Moldovan wines gain recognition in international markets

Moldovan wine is increasingly gaining recognition in international markets, largely due to the efforts of women from the diaspora who are transforming their homesickness into successful businesses. For example, Ludmila Terza, who has settled in Canada, and Mariana Berescu, based in Greece, are both promoting local wines despite facing bureaucratic challenges and local competition. Their initiatives are helping to bring Moldovan wines closer to foreign consumers.

Agreement in force: Moldova and UAE mutually recognize driving licenses

Moldovan driving licenses are recognized in the United Arab Emirates. A Memorandum of Understanding regarding this was signed on February 3, 2026, and it became effective on March 17.

Bridging borders through Verdi: How soprano Angela Ceban conquered the stages of La Monnaie and Opera Ballet Vlaanderen.

The lights dimmed at the Opera Ballet Vlaanderen in Antwerp for a performance of Giuseppe Verdi’s Nabucco. Among the ensemble stood Angela Ceban, a soprano from the Moldovan village of Cotiujenii Mari.

Moldova monitors Middle East crisis as limited flights resume from Israel and UAE

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) in Chișinău continues to monitor security dynamics in the Middle East. Authorities are maintaining constant contact with Moldovan citizens through regional diplomatic missions as the situation evolves.

End of an era for Moldovan students in Romania as financial support is slashed amid budget reforms

A significant shift in Romania’s educational funding policy has left thousands of Moldovan students facing unexpected financial hardship. Recent austerity measures have eliminated the possibility of combining merit-based scholarships with ethnic-origin grants, a dual support system that previously sustained the largest foreign student community in the country.

Digital surveillance and policy shifts: The new reality for Romanians and Moldovans in the US

US authorities are enforcing immigration laws with unprecedented rigor, leaving many Moldovan and Romanian citizens in a state of legal uncertainty. Enhanced border controls and stricter adjudication of residency permits have made the "American Dream" increasingly difficult to attain for those without established status.

Ambassador: flights abroad expected soon; 8,000 Moldovans work in Israel

There are approximately 8,000 Moldovans working in Israel, according to an estimate by Yoram Elron, the Israeli ambassador to the Republic of Moldova. The diplomat is confident that Israel's airports will resume operations in the coming days.

Updated protection rules in Israel for Moldovan citizens

Starting Thursday, March 5, at 12:00, the Israeli authorities will update the population's protection guidelines. All regions of the country will transition from strict restrictions to a reduced level of restrictions. This announcement was communicated to Moldovan citizens by the Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in Israel, based on the Home Front Command's assessment of the security situation.

Crisis Cell coordinates alternative evacuation routes for Moldovan citizens across UAE, Qatar, and Israel

The Moldovan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) is actively coordinating the safety of citizens across the Middle East as of Tuesday, March 3, 2026. While no casualties have been reported, officials are currently strategizing alternative departure corridors to circumvent regional airspace closures.

From migration to innovation: the digital success story of Diana Baidu-Lungu

A Moldovan entrepreneur is proving that perseverance and digital adoption can transform a challenging start into a high-performance business. Diana Baidu-Lungu, who left the Republic of Moldova over 15 years ago, has successfully established a network of fully automated laundries in Spain.