European funds will help Moldovans cover energy bills: Marta Kos announces €30 million in additional aid

The Republic of Moldova could receive an additional 30 million euros in EU support to help vulnerable families pay their energy bills. European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos made the announcement on November 9 during an address to Parliament in Chișinău. The funds are expected to be distributed through the government’s energy compensation program.

Maia Sandu: Moldova may finish EU accession talks by 2028. Marta Kos: "The goal is achievable"

The Republic of Moldova could conclude its EU accession negotiations by early 2028, provided it maintains the current pace of reforms and delivers tangible results. Although ambitious, this goal is achievable, President Maia Sandu and European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos said. The country’s progress is also confirmed by the European Commission’s 2026 Enlargement Report, the two officials noted at the opening of the Annual Conference on EU Enlargement, held in Chișinău on November 9.

Over 670,000 passengers in October: Top destinations boosting traffic at Chișinău Airport

Passenger traffic at Chișinău International Airport “Eugen Doga” continues to rise. In October, the airport handled 672,384 passengers, up 85,399 from the same month last year. The figure also exceeded the monthly forecast by 14.2%.

EU accession: Justice reform remains key to concluding negotiations despite progres

The Republic of Moldova has made progress in several areas of the European Union accession process; however, judicial reform remains an essential condition for concluding negotiations. The pace of advancement depends largely on the concrete results achieved in this sector, states Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration Cristina Gherasimov.

Compensation platform received over 380,000 applications in its first week

More than 380,000 applications for energy compensation were submitted in the first week after registration opened on the compensatii.gov.md platform, according to the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection.

Japan will lend the Republic of Moldova €49 million to modernize agriculture

The Government of Japan will grant the Republic of Moldova a loan worth more than 8.6 billion Japanese yen, equivalent to 974 million lei or approximately 49 million euros. The funds will support the agricultural sector, helping farmers purchase tractors, combine harvesters, and other modern farming equipment.

Traffic restrictions at Costești-Stânca on November 10

Traffic through the Costești-Stânca border crossing point will be restricted on Tuesday, November 10, from 08:00 to 20:00 due to major repair works at the Costești-Stânca Hydrotechnical Complex. The Customs Service advises travelers to avoid this crossing point during this period and use alternative border crossings instead.

Ion Ceban invites students to plant trees as part of an ecology lesson

Chișinău City Hall has purchased 15,000 fruit trees, which will be planted on Friday, November 20, with help from local schoolchildren. To allow students to take part in the initiative, mayor Ion Ceban has announced a shortened school schedule.

From neglected land to walnut orchard: The Medvițchi family's story

The Republic of Moldova is a major supplier of walnuts to the European Union, which receives approximately 86 per cent of the country’s domestic production. Behind these exports are years of hard work, investment, and challenges for farmers. The Medvițchi family, from the village of Slobozia-Dușca in Criuleni district, chose to focus on walnuts, transforming neglected farmland into an orchard.

Water supply and a general urban plan for Lărguța village development

Residents of the village of Lărguța, Cantemir district, will soon have access to drinking water in their own households, following the start of construction on new water supply infrastructure—a project funded by the Government through the second edition of the "European Village" National Program.

A new volunteer fire station has opened in Izvoare, enhancing safety for 5,000 citizens

On November 6, 2026, a new local station for volunteer rescuers and firefighters was opened in the commune of Izvoare, Florești District. It will serve nine localities with over 5,000 residents, ensuring a faster response in emergencies.

Cold season nutrition: Key fruits and vegetables for your menu

As the weather cools, our wardrobes—and eating habits—change. We gravitate toward warm dishes, soups, broths, and heartier meals. But colder weather doesn’t mean giving up fresh fruits and vegetables.