Gherasimov: Moldova will access new EU funding from 2028

Moldova continues to attract significant European funds through the European Economic Growth Plan, with the amount disbursed depending on the pace of reforms. Cristina Gherasimov, the Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, announced that a tranche of 189 million euros from the overall 1.9 billion euros plan provided by the European Union was granted after the authorities implemented most of the reforms scheduled for the second half of 2025.

“Manuc Bey” director fined for hiring nephew

Anatolie Sajin, the director of the Public Institution "Conacul Manuc Bey" Resilience and Conservation Center, is facing a fine ranging from 6,000 to 9,000 lei. This penalty follows the National Integrity Authority's (ANI) decision, which identified a conflict of interest after Sajin hired his nephew at the institution he manages.

Cristina Gherasimov: Justice progress crucial for final EU accession talks

The Republic of Moldova will not be able to start discussions on the final stages of negotiations unless there is concrete progress in several key areas, said Cristina Gherasimov, the Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration . These areas include justice reform, strengthening anti-corruption institutions, combating organized crime, and aligning with European policies on migration and asylum.

EU installs LED streetlights in over 100 Moldovan localities

In the past three years, over 100 localities in the Republic of Moldova have benefited from the modernization or expansion of street lighting. This improvement has been made possible through support from the European Union, either via direct funding or through co-financed national programs. These investments have significantly enhanced street lighting in the country's towns, raising the overall coverage to over 82%.

Employment growth misses target: 0.8% vs 3.6% forecast

The labor shortage in the Republic of Moldova is growing, but it is still limited in scope and does not significantly impact most companies. Smaller enterprises are more affected by this issue. Generally, the smaller a company is, the greater the difference between the number of employees they planned to hire and the actual number of personnel they have.

ANSA returns 15 tons of pesticide-contaminated pumpkin seeds to producer

The National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) has seized 15 tons of pumpkin seeds due to excessive pesticide content and is returning them to the producer.

Over 400 northern students urged to study in Moldova, explore local university offers

More than 400 students from the Balti municipality and the Sangerei district attended the Moldovan Universities Fair held last weekend at the "Alecu Russo" State University in Balti. The students explored various study programs, engaged with representatives from higher education institutions, and began to identify their preferred choices for the future.

Easter break: 10 days off for students; authorities issue recommendations

Studentsl are attending classes this week. Following this week, they will have a 10-day Easter break and will return on April 21.

“Memory, Truth, Justice”: April 7, 2009 events commemorated in PMAN

Seventeen years after the protests on April 7, 2009, passersby will be invited to take a moment to reflect and answer the question of what happened that day. The commemoration will be held in the Great National Assembly Square (PMAN) in Chisinau.

Mătăsaru held 72 hours after judge’s complaint; expert warns of dangerous precedent

Civic activist Anatol Mătăsaru was detained for 72 hours by police in Hâncești after allegedly traveling to the locality of Sărata Galbenă to gather information for an investigation into the property of judge Ana Cucerescu. While law enforcement officials claim that Mătăsaru is being investigated for harassment, representatives from civil society deem his detention "disproportionate" and caution that it poses risks to the ability to document matters of public interest.

Moldova aims to be regional cybersecurity hub; Chișinău hosts 3rd Cybersecurity Forum

The Moldova Cybersecurity Forum, the largest cybersecurity event in the Republic of Moldova, is returning to Chișinău. The third edition of the forum will take place from May 12 to 13, with the theme "Regional Cyber Defense: From Commitment to Action." According to the organizers, the event will focus on transforming strategic partnerships into concrete actions aimed at strengthening digital security and protecting critical infrastructure.

Orhei farmer shifts to orchards: “More profitable amid climate change”

Drought, high price volatility, and the increasing uncertainty surrounding the profitability of field crops are prompting more farmers to seek safer alternatives for the future. In Jora de Sus, located in the Orhei district, farmer Dumitru Ghilinschii has decided to invest in fruit cultivation. He believes that growing fruit trees provides greater long-term stability compared to cultivating cereal crops.