French and World Bank funds reshape Moldova irrigation networks

Moldova will fully overhaul three centralized irrigation systems in its northern region, granting vital water access to farmers in Tețcani, Corjeuți, and Beleavinți.

World Day Against Child Labour highlights Moldova's rural risks

On June 12, the global community marks the World Day Against Child Labour, shedding light on an ongoing crisis that compromises the future of millions of minors. According to joint data from the International Labour Organization (ILO) and UNICEF, approximately 138 million children aged 5 to 17 were engaged in labor in 2024. Among them, nearly 54 million performed hazardous work that directly threatened their health and development.

Russian lawmaker compares Kremlin elites to foreign invaders

A Russian communist lawmaker has warned that the country faces an imminent "social explosion" due to rampant state corruption and mounting losses from the war in Ukraine. State Duma Deputy Vyacheslav Markhaev criticized the Kremlin's shifting war aims and economic mismanagement, according to a report by The Moscow Times.

Moldova parliament urges proactive flood defense ahead of heavy rains

The State Hydrometeorological Service has issued orange and yellow weather alerts for atmospheric instability across Moldova. The warnings remain active from Thursday afternoon through Friday evening, signaling widespread torrential rains and severe electrical storms.

EU summit draft omits gradual integration perks for Moldova

Moldova will officially open its first European Union negotiation cluster on June 15, 2026. However, a leaked draft of the European Council's final conclusions reveals that member states will not offer Chișinău a specific accession calendar or target date.

New law narrows Moldova Anti-Corruption Prosecution mandate

Moldova's Parliament approved comprehensive amendments to the Criminal Procedure Code on Thursday, June 11. The new legislation clearly delineates the jurisdictions of investigative bodies to eliminate operational overlaps.

EIB and EU invest €50m to modernize 20 Moldovan model schools

The Moldovan Government approved the signing of a €50 million (approx. 980 million MDL) financing agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) on June 11 to launch the "Rehabilitation and Modernization of Moldovan Schools" project.

Diaspora funding drives 33 new regional projects in Moldova

The Moldovan Government has approved the financing of 33 development projects under the "DAR 1+3" (Diaspora Succeeds at Home) program. The initiative will allocate €512,820 (approx. 10 million MDL) this year to support regional modernization through joint public and diaspora funding.

Russian disinformation targets Moldova Deputy PM ahead of EU talks

Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, Cristina Gherasimov, has denounced a targeted Russian disinformation campaign following a fraudulent phone call. Russian state-aligned actors orchestrated the call by impersonating the Albanian Foreign Minister.

Over 18,000 Moldovan students take major graduation tests

Around 18,500 candidates across Moldova advanced to the core phase of their national graduation exams on Friday, testing in profile-specific subjects including mathematics, history, arts, and sports.

Russia loses security guarantor status in Transnistria, new poll shows

A recent public opinion poll reveals a significant geopolitical shift in Moldova, with 53% of residents in the breakaway region of Transnistria supporting reintegration with the central government in Chisinau.

E3 nations push for immediate Ukraine ceasefire with Trump nod

The United Kingdom, France, and Germany are launching a coordinated diplomatic effort to secure Donald Trump’s endorsement for a more assertive peace strategy in Ukraine. The European trio, known as the "E3," intends to engage Moscow from a position of enhanced strength rather than accepting prior concessions.