Thousands of "Made in Moldova" wine bottles were bought at the Moldovan Wine Festival in Bucharest

The sixth edition of the Moldovan Wine Festival took place last weekend in Bucharest and set new records for both attendance and sales. On the first day alone, more than 20,000 visitors participated in the event, resulting in over 2,000 tastings. There was a significant interest in top products, including premium wines and cognacs, which quickly sold out.

Stoianoglo suspends his deputy mandate to run for Gagauzia governor

On September 7, Alexandr Stoianoglo, the deputy of the parliamentary faction of the "Alternativa" Bloc, announced his candidacy for the position of governor of Gagauzia. The former prosecutor general, who is originally from Gagauzia, stated that he would suspend his parliamentary mandate for the duration of the campaign. He also mentioned that he would release his electoral program, which will include objectives, deadlines, and sources of financing, at a later date.

Ceadir-Lunga can't handle stray dogs anymore

Residents of Ceadir-Lunga have expressed concerns about packs of stray dogs roaming the streets of the town. In the first eight months of this year, there were 104 reported cases of dog bites, 21 of which involved children. Authorities acknowledged that they are struggling to manage the situation. Many of these abandoned animals are intentionally left behind by residents from surrounding villages.

Tour of Romania Cycling in Moldova: Map and road restrictions for September 9

On September 9, several national road sections will be restricted from 09:40 to 15:50 as part of the first stage of the 2026 Tour of Romania Cycling Tour in Moldova. The competition will start in Chisinau and finish in Ungheni, both located in the Republic of Moldova. The restrictions will be implemented sequentially, depending on the cycling caravan's movement, which is scheduled to arrive in Bucharest on September 13.

Hâncești: Road and traffic safety for three villages

A long-awaited road improvement has finally been completed for the residents of three villages in the Hâncești district. The road connecting Cioara, Pogănești, and Marchet was fully rehabilitated, benefiting nearly 3,500 people with improved traffic conditions. Additionally, a new sidewalk was constructed in Cioara, allowing locals, including children, to reach the school and other community institutions more safely.

The 34th "Maria Bieșu" Festival opens with "Lucia di Lammermoor"

Love, jealousy, disappointment, suffering, and a tragic ending are all core themes in the opera 'Lucia di Lammermoor.' This production opened the 34th edition of the 'Maria Biesu' International Opera and Ballet Festival on Sunday evening. The festival has established itself as a prominent highlight of the musical landscape in the Republic of Moldova, featuring 30 artists from 15 countries in Chișinău. They will perform alongside the artistic ensembles of the 'Maria Biesu' National Opera and Ballet Theatre (TNOB).

New EcoVoucher session until September 13; beneficiaries selected automatically

A new session of the EcoVoucher program started in the Republic of Moldova. Eligible households can receive vouchers worth up to 6,000 lei to replace old household appliances with energy-efficient models. Beneficiaries are automatically selected from applicants for compensation, based on criteria such as energy consumption, income, and the number of household members. This session will conclude on September 13.

Hundreds of Moldovan students begin a new academic year in Romania

Students from the Republic of Moldova have just returned from a one-week summer vacation and have already begun the academic year. In contrast, those studying in Romania will return to their classrooms on Monday. Hundreds of young people from the Republic of Moldova arrived in Iași, where they will spend the next few months away from home. Most of them brought bags and suitcases filled with items prepared for the new academic year. For these students, the start of school brings a mix of emotions: excitement for a new year, the joy of reuniting with classmates, and the sadness of parting with their families.

Crimea is shown separately on the new world map. Chisinau: We considered Ukraine's concerns

The Republic of Moldova abstained from voting in the UN General Assembly on the adoption of a new world map after Ukraine raised concerns that this new cartographic representation separates Crimea from its territory. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Chisinau stated that the abstention did not challenge the resolution's core objectives, which Moldova considers legitimate. Instead, it took into account Ukraine's concerns about the potential political misuse of cartographic representations.

Budești commune hosted the national horse riding championship

Budești commune hosted equestrian sports in the Republic of Moldova for two days. The event took place at the Sparta Sports Club in Chisinau municipality, where spectators could admire some of the most beautiful, fast, and powerful horses in the country.

SCM extends the deadline for 20 anti-corruption judge positions to October 5

The Superior Council of Magistracy (SCM) has extended the deadline for submitting applications for 20 vacant judge positions in specialized anti-corruption courts. This includes 5 positions at the Centru Court of Appeal and 15 positions at the Chisinau District Court. Candidates now have until October 5, 2026, to submit their applications.

Over 40 Moldovan wineries showcase their wines in Bucharest. Osmochescu: "They're gaining visibility in foreign markets"

More than 40 wineries from the Republic of Moldova are showcasing their wines at the Moldovan Wine Festival in Bucharest this weekend. During the event, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry, Eugen Osmochescu, said that Romania remains the primary export market for Moldovan wines, with projected sales of approximately $45 million by 2025.