Cash-filled envelopes and Russian havens: Moldova's battle to extradite fugitive oligarchs continues

The Anti-Corruption Procuracy (PA) has reported a record-breaking year for asset recovery, with fines and confiscations exceeding €18.6 million (approx. 365 million MDL) in 2025.

Justice for Moldova: Former leader Plahotniuc’s case enters critical phase

The high-profile trial of former Democratic Party leader Vlad Plahotniuc has entered an advanced stage. Moldova’s Anticorruption Prosecution Office (PA) expects a final verdict within this year.

Households in Moldova expect 10% gas price cut following Gazprom exit

Moldovan consumers are expected to receive lower natural gas tariffs by late January 2026.

Sibling bonds and special needs: The hurdles facing Chisinau’s adoption drive

Chisinau municipal authorities have identified 85 children eligible for adoption at the start of 2026.

New digital health updates in Moldova simplify access to reimbursed medicines

The National Health Insurance Company (CNAM) has upgraded Moldova's digital e-prescription system with 14 new functionalities.

Powering Moldova: 65% of December electricity sourced from international markets

Moldova secured 458,150 MWh of electricity to meet its national consumption needs in December 2025. The majority of this supply, totaling 65.46%, was sourced through international imports.

From premier to witness: Leanca testifies on decisions behind Moldova’s bank collapse

Former Moldovan Prime Minister Iurie Leanca testified on Monday, January 5, at the Chisinau Court in the high-profile trial of Vladimir Plahotniuc.

New tax reporting rules for energy traders to simplify reverse charge mechanisms

Moldova’s State Tax Service (SFS) will introduce a streamlined VAT declaration format for electricity and natural gas transactions effective January 2026.

Trump claims Cuba is "on the brink of collapse" as Havana mourns troops killed in US raid

Thirty-two members of the Cuban security forces were killed during US military strikes in Venezuela, the Cuban government announced on Sunday.

Nicolas Maduro must face justice despite illegal US intervention

The "illegality of the US attack" in Venezuela does not absolve former president Nicolas Maduro of his responsibility for grave human rights violations committed by his government, a United Nations mission has assessed.

Coffee culture shift: Moldovans ditch instant coffee despite 30% price hike

Moldova’s coffee market is undergoing a significant transformation, with annual consumption per adult expected to exceed 200 cups in 2026.

From Guatemala to Venezuela: the enduring patterns of Washington’s regional policy

Washington’s recent warnings regarding a "large-scale attack" against Venezuela have reignited intense scrutiny over the United States’ century-long history of interventionism in Latin America.