ANOFM employed over 16,000 people in the first nine months

During the first nine months of the year, over 16,000 individuals found employment through the National Employment Agency (ANOFM). Nearly half of those who received assistance in finding a job were individuals aged 55 and older. This information was shared by Government Spokesperson Daniel Vodă following the Cabinet of Ministers' meeting on Wednesday, October 1.

Number of employees almost equals retirees amid demographic decline

The Republic of Moldova is experiencing a significant demographic imbalance due to high levels of emigration and low birth rates, which pose a threat to its long-term economic sustainability. In an interview with the public broadcaster Moldova 1, demographer Valeriu Sainsus highlighted the direct effects on the state budget and the labor market. He emphasized the need for active public policies to ease the strain on social and economic systems.

Moldova will present its democratic and electoral experience in Copenhagen, Cristina Gherasimov

During the European leaders' summit in Copenhagen, the Republic of Moldova will share important insights on the lessons learned from recent elections, the importance of protecting citizens' right to vote freely, and how the country has addressed its democratic challenges. This was announced by Cristina Gherasimov, the Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, in an interview on the "We and Europe" show on Radio Moldova.

Inclusion through technology: $1 million investment for children with special needs

Children with special educational needs from 95 schools in the Republic of Moldova will have access to assistive equipment valued at over 17 million lei (approximately 1 million USD). This initiative is supported by UNICEF, along with the European Union, the Global Partnership for Education, the Governments of Japan and the United States.

Cristina Gherasimov: Moldova advances in EU integration at record pace, surpassing other candidates

The Republic of Moldova is prepared to advance to the next stage in its European Union accession process by opening negotiations on the first cluster. This announcement was made by Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration Cristina Gherasimov during the "We and Europe" program on Radio Moldova. She highlighted that Moldova completed the bilateral screening process in record time, faster than many other candidate countries, demonstrating the level of preparedness and political will present in both Chișinău and Brussels. Gherasimov added that over a thousand experts from the European Commission are currently working on Moldova’s application, which reflects the strong support from European institutions.

PAS leader in Romania: “Pro-European majority must speed up reforms”

Moscow will not give up its influence in the region, with disinformation and propaganda remaining the Kremlin’s main weapons. The statement was made by PAS leader and Speaker of the Moldovan Parliament, Igor Grosu, during his visit to Bucharest on Wednesday. In a Digi24 interview, Grosu said that after the election victory, the new pro-European majority in Chișinău must speed up reforms and stressed the need for close cooperation with Romania and the EU to counter Russia’s threats.

Mayor of Iași prepares documents to seek Moldovan citizenship

Mihai Chirica, the mayor of Iași, Romania, announced that he is in the process of collecting the necessary documents to apply for citizenship of the Republic of Moldova. He expressed his intention to become a citizen of Moldova immediately after the parliamentary elections on September 28. The mayor stated that this decision reflects a promise he made to the people he met during his campaign leading up to the elections.

Former 'Șor' Party activists get 5 years in prison; state seizes 12.7M lei

The presidents of the Soroca and Cimișlia territorial organizations of the former "Șor" Party have each been sentenced to five years in prison, to be served in a semi-closed penitentiary. This decision was announced on October 1 by the Chișinău Court based in Buiucani.

Ex-mayor of Băcioi sentenced to 8 years in prison and fined 150,000 lei

The former mayor of Băcioi, a suburb of the capital, was sentenced to an additional eight years in prison for passive corruption. He has also been ordered to pay a fine of 150,000 lei and will be prohibited from holding public office for five years. Vitalie Șalari is currently outside the Republic of Moldova and is being tried in absentia.

Eurovision Song Contest 2026: TRM organized consultations with local artists

Teleradio-Moldova (TRM) has initiated discussions with the country's artistic community regarding potential participation in next year's Eurovision Song Contest.

'Their experience is needed here,' says Maia Sandu, promising new diaspora return initiative

President Maia Sandu announced the launch of a new program aimed at Moldovan citizens living in the diaspora who wish to return home. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to harness human potential and boost the national economy. The program will complement existing government initiatives, including the Return Assistance Service and various financing programs for business start-up and development, such as PARE 1+2.

National Wine Day: Grand Prize approved by authorities

Chisinau will host the 24th edition of National Wine Day this weekend, on October 4 and 5. The event will gather 106 wineries from all regions of the country and thousands of visitors in the Great National Assembly Square. Traditionally, the authorities will award the Grand Prize for outstanding merits in the winemaking field, a decision in this regard being approved on Wednesday, October 1, by the Government.