New rules introduced to monitor and reduce environmental noise

Regions impacted by excessive noise will be identified using acoustic maps. Relevant authorities and operators will develop and implement strategies to reduce noise pollution, in accordance with a regulation approved by the Government on June 24.

Moldova connects to EU rail network via new Ungheni route

Deputy Prime Minister Vladimir Bolea, Minister of Infrastructure and Regional Development, signed a letter of intent in Brussels to develop a feasibility study for a new electrified, European-gauge railway line. The project covers the Ungheni-Chisinau-Revaca-Eugen Doga International Airport route and is backed by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union.

Moldovan PM orders property agency overhaul after scandal

The Moldovan government will overhaul the Public Property Agency (APP) following mounting scrutiny over internal institutional practices, Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu announced during a cabinet meeting on June 24.

Tractor protests hit Moldova as government plans fiscal reform

Farmers from more than 15 districts across Moldova staged protests with agricultural machinery on national highways on Wednesday, June 24.

Government advances fiscal overhaul to align with EU standards

The Moldovan Government will sustain its fiscal reform trajectory while continuing structured consultations with stakeholders, Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu announced at the Executive meeting on June 24. The prime minister emphasized that the comprehensive overhaul directly impacts the national economy, foreign direct investments, and relations with international partners.

Moldova to expand military training and adjust defense pensions

The Moldovan Ministry of Defense is preparing legislative amendments that would require citizens aged 18 to 55 to undergo mandatory basic military training. Defense Minister Anatolie Nosatii clarified on Wednesday, June 24, that the initiative aims to strengthen national resilience rather than initiate mass mobilization.

Moldova raids real estate firm in €690,000 laundering case

Moldovan law enforcement officers and anti-organized crime prosecutors have conducted 26 raids targeting a real estate company involved in a €690,000 (approx. 13.5 million MDL) money laundering scheme.

Political deadlock in Chisinau over industrial zone rezoning project

The Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) faction in the Chisinau Municipal Council announced it will abstain from voting on the Zonal Urban Plan (PUZ) for the Industrial Street district. PAS counselors cited a lack of transparency from the municipal administration regarding the project's impact on local residents and private property rights.

Minister Margaritis Schinas demands EU action on invasive species

The Greek government has requested emergency European Union intervention to combat a severe surge of the silver-cheeked toadfish. This highly toxic invasive alien species is spreading rapidly across prominent tourism and fishing zones in the Aegean Sea.

Finance ministry abandons pharmaceutical VAT hike for 2027 budget

The Moldovan Ministry of Finance has abandoned its controversial proposal to increase the Value Added Tax (VAT) on medicines from 8% to 20%. Minister of Finance Andrian Gavriliță confirmed the retreat following warnings from health officials and business associations that the fiscal reform would destabilize the country's vulnerable medical infrastructure.

Former Moldovan spy chief loses citizenship after East-West swap

Moldovan President Maia Sandu revoked the citizenship of Alexandru Balan on June 23, following his involvement in a high-profile international prisoner exchange. Balan is the former deputy director of the country’s Intelligence and Security Service (SIS).

Moldova's capital warns fiscal reform threatens local autonomy

The Chisinau Municipality demanded a comprehensive revision of the proposed 2027 national fiscal policy on Tuesday, June 23. Local authorities argue that any decision impacting local public budgets must follow genuine and effective institutional consultations.