The end of speculative buying: Mortgage reliance hits record 70% in Moldova’s capital

The real estate market in Chisinau is undergoing a severe structural contraction, marked by a sharp decline in transactions and an unprecedented shift toward mortgage-backed buying. According to an analysis by economist Veaceslav Ioniță of IDIS „Viitorul,” data from the first quarter of 2026 confirms a definitive end to the post-pandemic growth cycle.

Pro-European PAS begins strategic vetting of cabinet members for 2027 Chisinau election

The Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) is currently evaluating several high-profile candidates for the position of General Mayor of Chisinau. Vice President Dan Perciun confirmed that the internal shortlist includes Minister of Infrastructure Vladimir Bolea and Minister of Environment Gheorghe Hajder.

Global energy markets stabilize following two-week ceasefire agreement

Oil prices dropped sharply on international markets after the United States and Iran reached a provisional two-week ceasefire. The deal includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global energy transit.

Prime Minister Munteanu cites geopolitical risks and oil price surges for delayed lifting of emergency measures

Moldovan Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu announced on April 8 that the government will delay lifting the energy state of emergency until at least April 23. Despite earlier plans to end the measures this week, officials cited extreme volatility in global energy markets and ongoing security threats.

Fragile de-escalation: Trump accepts two-week pause in Iran hostilities

President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday, April 8, that the United States and Iran have reached a temporary 14-day ceasefire. The deal comes just hours before a strict U.S. deadline that threatened massive strikes on Iranian infrastructure.

Beyond rhetoric: The industrial and legal anchors of the transatlantic alliance

While Donald Trump has repeatedly labeled NATO a "paper tiger," and Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggests a pivot after the Iranian conflict, the United States remains deeply anchored in the North Atlantic Alliance. A total withdrawal from Europe remains improbable, dictated more by industrial necessity and legal constraints than by political rhetoric.

Emergency teams deploy advanced containment measures to neutralize oil slicks near Arionești

Environmental crews have replaced five of the seven primary absorbent booms in Arionești, Dondușeni, to contain oil slicks on the Nistru River. Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder confirmed that specialized chemical solutions and absorbent materials are being dispersed multiple times daily to neutralize pollutants.

Over 3,000 Moldovan households to receive energy-efficient appliances through new EU support round

Nearly 3,000 Moldovan households are set to receive modern household appliances through a new phase of the EcoVoucher Program. Launched on Monday, 30 March, the initiative is backed by the financial support of the European Union.

Pakistan brokers last-minute truce to reopen Strait of Hormuz amid regional volatility

The United States and Iran have secured a 14-day humanitarian and strategic ceasefire. The agreement followed intense negotiations concluded only minutes before a final ultimatum issued by President Donald Trump expired.

Tăbârță: April 7 events must be condemned

The protests on April 7, 2009, began as a popular uprising but were subsequently taken over by obscure interests. These forces aimed to undermine the European aspirations of the youth and to maintain the Republic of Moldova under the influence of the Russian Federation. This viewpoint was expressed by political analyst Ion Tăbârță in an interview with Radio Moldova.

Ex-Boldurești mayor appeals 7-year sentence for fatal teen crash

Nicanor Ciochină, the former mayor of Boldurești in Nisporeni district, was sentenced to seven years in prison by the first instance court for fatally injuring a 14-year-old teenager. He has appealed the sentence to the Centru Court of Appeal.

About 426K passengers flew from Chișinău in March; Sharm el-Sheikh, Paris, Barcelona top destinations

In March of this year, nearly 426,000 passengers travelled on air routes operated from the "Eugen Doga" International Airport in Chisinau. Compared to March of last year, passenger traffic increased by 25.3%, reaching a total of 86,113 passengers.