Cimișlia, growing tourist potential: Cellars dug into the house and homes adorned with gables

Cimislia, situated in the southern part of the Republic of Moldova, is known for its rich traditions, the warm hospitality of its locals, and the serene steppe landscapes. The area has a growing tourism potential thanks to its cultural heritage and favorable geographical location. In some villages within Cimislia, houses were traditionally built with cellars dug into them, often featuring decorative gables on the exterior.

Moldova insurance profits plunge despite 3% premium growth

Moldova’s insurance sector continues to expand, yet experts warn that growth remains superficial. The market is currently dominated by mandatory motor insurance, while long-term protection and voluntary products remain under-utilised.

Moldova-Romania electricity link resumes after Ukraine repairs

Ukraine has fully restored and put back into operation a strategic high-voltage power line connecting its grid to Romania, the Ministry of Energy announced on Saturday.

Film Center head wins seat on Teleradio-Moldova council

The Audiovisual Council (CA) has appointed Valentina Iusuphodjaev to the Supervisory Board of Teleradio-Moldova (TRM), the country's national public broadcaster.

US may withdraw NATO support as Hormuz tensions paralyze energy markets

President Donald Trump warned on Friday that the United States might not provide military assistance to NATO allies, intensifying his criticism of the alliance during a business forum in Miami.

One dead as Russian drone hits Odesa maternity ward

Russian forces launched two waves of drone attacks on Odessa and a massive strike on Kryvyi Rih overnight, killing at least three people and wounding several others, local authorities reported on Saturday, March 28.

From Russia with ban: How Moldova's wine industry tripled

Twenty years after Russia imposed a devastating embargo on Moldovan wine, the industry has successfully pivoted from Eastern dependence to European growth. The 2006 crisis, which shuttered 100 wineries and eliminated thousands of jobs, is now viewed as the catalyst for a total sector overhaul.

State weather service urges Moldovans to dim lights for Earth Hour

The Republic of Moldova will join the global Earth Hour initiative this Saturday, March 28, 2026, to promote environmental protection and climate action.

Grants for jobs: Moldova’s rural subsidy scheme creates 200 roles

The Moldovan government is offering rural entrepreneurs grants of up to €16,020 (approx. 310,000 MDL) to stimulate job creation and local investment, according to Labour Minister Natalia Plugaru.

G7 backs plan to reopen Hormuz as oil prices breach $110

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced at the G7 Summit in Paris that joint operations with Israel are expected to conclude within weeks. Allied leaders called for a rapid end to the conflict to facilitate the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Middle East instability disrupts Russian transit hubs to Asia

The escalating conflict involving Israel, the United States, and Iran has inflicted significant financial damage on Russia’s tourism sector. Since the start of hostilities, Russian tour operators have incurred losses totaling approximately 7 billion rubles (€70.5 million), according to Dmitry Gorin, Vice President of the Russian Union of Travel Industry (RST).

Quality over quantity: Moldova’s €1.4b lesson in market resilience

Twenty years after Russia imposed a total ban on Moldovan wine, the industry has transformed from a Soviet-era bulk supplier into a high-value global competitor. On 27 March 2006, the Kremlin blocked imports citing "health concerns," a move widely interpreted by international observers as geopolitical retaliation.