Chisinau expands adoption efforts as Moldova nears total de-institutionalization

The Chisinau City Hall has announced that 72 children, including 38 girls and 34 boys, are currently eligible for adoption. Most of these minors are integrated into alternative care services while awaiting permanent placement.

Farmers challenge Moldova’s strategic agricultural plan over 'insufficient' €3.16 million budget

The Moldovan Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry (MAIA) has extended the public consultation period for the 2026–2030 Strategic Agricultural Policy Program until February 16. The decision follows a sharp backlash from major grain and oilseed producers who argue the proposed funding is insufficient for modernizing the sector.

Strict anti-money laundering regulations spark 81% transaction collapse in Chisinau’s property sector

Moldova’s real estate market is experiencing a severe contraction following the implementation of restrictive cash payment ceilings. Local real estate unions report a dramatic drop in sales, prompting urgent calls for legislative amendments to prevent a total market freeze.

National Police issue safety alert as freezing rain paralyzes Moldovan roads

Dangerous black ice and glazed frost have severely disrupted road and pedestrian traffic across several regions of Moldova this Thursday morning.

Infrastructure gaps and procurement hurdles stall life-saving cancer care in Moldova

Approximately 148 cancer patients in the Republic of Moldova are currently trapped on waiting lists, facing delays of up to five weeks for life-saving radiotherapy. The crisis stems from a severe infrastructure deficit, with only three functional linear accelerators available at the Chisinau Oncology Institute.

Severe weather prompts remote learning and work transition in Chisinau

Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban announced that all municipal schools will transition to remote learning on February 5 and 6. The decision follows severe weather warnings and a high risk of black ice on roads and sidewalks.

From technical compliance to political will: Baltic states pledge support for Moldova's 2027 EU milestone

The integration of the Republic of Moldova into the European Union transcends technical compliance; it is a decisive geopolitical move. This was the core message delivered by the Speakers of the Baltic Parliaments during their official visit to Chisinau between February 2–4, 2026.

Government of Moldova scales international trade access for local enterprises

The Moldovan Government has introduced the "BRIDGE EXPORT" program, a strategic initiative designed to facilitate international market entry for domestic goods and services. Managed by the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization alongside the Investment Agency, the program targets small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with high export potential.

MEC launches 'Study in Moldova' 2.0 to showcase competitive domestic higher education

The Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) has launched the second edition of the "Study in Moldova" national campaign. This initiative aims to position domestic universities as competitive alternatives to Western institutions.

Chisinau to streamline local governance with €8.8 million reform budget

The Government of Moldova is set to significantly reduce the number of administrative districts (raions) as part of a deep structural overhaul. Government Secretary General Alexei Buzu announced that the reform aims to consolidate local capacities and accelerate regional development.

Moldova’s Government approves strategic merger to create southern academic hub in Cahul

The Moldovan Government approved the integration of "Bogdan Petriceicu Hasdeu" State University of Cahul into the Technical University of Moldova (TUM) during its February 4 session.

Moldova accelerates Vulcanesti-Chisinau power line to end energy vulnerability following major blackout

The nationwide power outage on January 31 resulted in minimal economic disruption as the incident occurred during the weekend when industrial activity was limited. Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu confirmed the assessment during a government briefing on February 4.