Over 16,000 students take the language exam

An important day for lyceum graduates. On Friday, June 5, over 16,000 candidates will take the language-of-instruction exam. Of these, 13,682 will be writing the exam in Romanian Language and Literature, while 2,682 will take it in Russian Language and Literature.

Moldova clinches eight innovation medals at European exhibition

Moldovan scientists from the National Institute for Applied Research in Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine secured eight medals at the 18th Euroinvent European Exhibition of Creativity and Innovation. The event took place in Iasi, Romania, from May 28 to 30, 2026.

Extreme weather threatens Moldova’s global cherry exports

Severe frost, torrential rain, and devastating hail have struck the Republic of Moldova, compromising up to 100% of the cherry harvest in several key agricultural regions. The extreme weather events, which peaked on May 22 and May 30, have triggered an immediate crisis in the country's high-value pomiculture sector.

Cocaine confirmed in Russian Metropolitan Hilarion seized vehicle

Czech police have confirmed that a white powder discovered in the vehicle of Metropolitan Hilarion during his detention on May 24 was cocaine. Forensic examinations verified the substance following the initial seizure of four containers.

BNM advances European alignment on 35th anniversary

The National Bank of Moldova (BNM) marked its 35th anniversary on June 4, 2026, reporting unprecedented institutional stability and deeper integration into the European financial ecosystem.

EU says Moldova leads accession race as chapter talks approach

EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos confirmed Thursday in Chisinau that Moldova and Ukraine could officially open their first cluster of EU accession negotiations in mid-June under the Cypriot Council presidency.

Igor Grosu reaffirms Moldova's solidarity with visiting Ukrainian MPs

The Parliament of the Republic of Moldova reaffirmed its staunch support for Ukraine on June 4 during a plenary session. Speaker of the Parliament Igor Grosu welcomed a visiting delegation from the Verkhovna Rada, the Ukrainian parliament, emphasizing the deep ties between the two nations.

Commissioner Marta Kos confirms Moldova ready for EU cluster talks

The European Union is prepared to launch official accession negotiations with the Republic of Moldova on the first cluster of chapters, with talks expected to begin in mid-June. European Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, confirmed the timeline during an interview with Radio Moldova.

Moldova takes energy leadership role as Taran wins ECRB chair

Moldova will chair the Energy Community Regulatory Board (ECRB) for the first time in history.

Moldova MPs visit Brussels to advance EU membership talks after pact

A high-level Moldovan parliamentary delegation converged on Brussels from June 1–3 to accelerate European Union accession talks and strengthen inter-institutional cooperation.

Budapest drops veto on Ukraine and Moldova EU accession talks

The European Commission will formally propose opening the first cluster of accession negotiations with Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova on June 16. The proposal will be debated during the General Affairs Council meeting, clearing the way for the 27 EU heads of state to officially approve the decision at the Brussels summit scheduled for June 18–19.

Moldovan PM threatens business lobbyist ban from government meetings

Moldovan Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu sharply criticized Ana Groza, the new president of the National Confederation of Employers, during a cabinet meeting on June 3. The dispute arose over amendments aimed at consolidating state intervention mechanisms in the energy market.