Review of prosecution’s video evidence nearly complete in Ciochina case

A new hearing is taking place in the case of Nicanor Ciochină, the former mayor of Boldurești commune, who is accused of fatally injuring a 14-year-old boy in February 2024. The magistrates continue to examine the video evidence presented by the prosecutors. The prosecution claims to have reconstructed the route that Ciochină took on the day of the alleged accident. However, Ciochină denies all the charges against him.

Experts warn electoral corruption could undermine parliamentary results

Electoral corruption, illegal financing, and organized actions by some political parties go beyond simple electoral handouts. These actions can influence the electorate's will and undermine parliamentary elections, warns legal expert Alexandru Bot.

Moldova joins ‘Creative Europe,’ gaining access to EU cultural funds

Artists from the Republic of Moldova will receive increased support to promote their works across the European Union. On Tuesday, the agreement for our country’s accession to the "Creative Europe" Program was signed. This document plays a significant role in promoting art, culture, and, more recently, the media.

Commissioner Christophe Hansen: Moldova is advancing rapidly toward the EU

The Republic of Moldova is firmly committed to European integration, a sentiment echoed by the support and friendship of the European Commission. This was highlighted by the European Commissioner for Agriculture, Christophe Hansen, during his recent two-day visit to the country. During his trip, he toured orchards and a winery and engaged in discussions with various farmers' associations. Hansen emphasized that the Moldovan agri-food sector holds significant potential.

Moldovan students will have four vacations in the 2025–2026 school year

The 2025-2026 academic year, which began on September 1, is structured, as usual, into two semesters and four vacations.

European Parliament will vote on resolution backing Moldova’s EU bid

The Republic of Moldova will be the focus of the first plenary session of the European Parliament this autumn, scheduled for next week in Strasbourg. This announcement was made by Romanian MEP Siegfried Mureșan, who is the EPP Vice-President and co-rapporteur for the European Growth Plan for the Republic of Moldova.

Turkey grants Moldovan carriers 300 more permits

Turkey has granted Moldovan carriers an additional quota of 300 permits for transportation to or from third countries within its territory. This decision followed negotiations with representatives from the Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development in Chisinau.

European Commissioner for Agriculture and Food: Moldova stands to gain from EU integration

The agri-food sector in the Republic of Moldova has significant potential to offer to the European Union market, and it is crucial for it to become as competitive as possible. This perspective was expressed by Christophe Hansen, the European Commissioner for Agriculture and Food, during his official visit to Chisinau. Hansen noted that Moldovan wine and fruits are already well-known and appreciated by consumers within the EU.

In August, Energocom bought energy from Romania, Ukraine, BRM, and OPCOM

Energocom purchased approximately 331.3 thousand MWh of electricity in August 2025, sourced from both domestic and imported origins, at a weighted average price of 121.17 euros per MWh.

Bookfest 2025 welcomes readers with newest titles

The most prominent publishing houses from Romania and the Republic of Moldova will participate in the Bookfest International Book Fair, which is being held for the eighth consecutive time in Chisinau from September 3 to 7. Visitors will have the chance to meet authors, attend book launches, and purchase books at promotional prices.

Deputy Prime Minister Cristina Gherasimov at EU Council: Moldova remains committed to reforms

The authorities in Chișinău are working to prepare the Republic of Moldova for potential accession to the European Union (EU) within the next three to four years. Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, Cristina Gherasimov, will convey this message to the Ministers for European Affairs of the EU member states.

Competition Council fines two companies 5M lei for allegedly rigging police tender

The Competition Council fined two companies a total of five million lei for forming a bid-rigging cartel in the procurement procedure for portable video surveillance systems, carried out by the General Inspectorate of Police.