Eight tons of sheep and goat meat confiscated after ANSA inspections

Around eight tons of sheep and goat meat were confiscated, and the operations of a slaughterhouse were temporarily suspended after inspections conducted by the National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) in farms and slaughterhouses across the Republic of Moldova. These inspections were aimed at preventing the spread of African swine fever (ASF), addressing illegal slaughter practices, and removing products lacking origin and traceability from the food supply chain.

Travel agency owner jailed after €6,000 holiday scam allegation

Maria Munteanu, the administrator of the travel agency Travel Express, was accused of defrauding hundreds of clients by selling fictitious holidays in Turkey. She was placed in preventive detention for 30 days. This decision was made by Chisinau Court in Ciocana on Friday, July 24.

Health Ministry proposes new certification system for medical professionals

Healthcare professionals, including doctors and pharmacists, will be required to follow a new professional certification system. The Ministry of Health is proposing the implementation of a national professional card that will be valid for five years. This card will confirm an individual’s right to practice and facilitate quick interventions in case of any suspension or modification of this right.

Tender launched for access road to Ungheni's Flower Bridge

An important development for the "Flower Bridge" in Ungheni has emerged. The National Roads Administration (AND) has announced a tender for the construction of the access road leading to the bridge over the Prut River in Ungheni. Companies interested in participating in the project can submit their bids until September 8, 2026.

Moldova could receive €157 million more from EU Growth Plan

The Republic of Moldova may receive a new tranche of 157 million euros from the European Union's Growth Plan in September, provided that the European Commission gives a positive assessment. This topic was addressed during a meeting on Friday, July 24, between Prime Minister Vasile Tofan and Gert Jan Koopman, the Director-General for Enlargement and the Eastern Neighborhood of the European Commission.

Culture minister controversy prompts PAS to request clarifications

Following the resignation of Radu Musteața, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry, just two days after the inauguration of the Tofan Government, another ministerial position is now in jeopardy. The newly appointed Minister of Culture, Dan Suruceanu, faces accusations of conducting business with individuals convicted of corruption and receiving improper payments from "Arena Chișinău," where he was previously employed.

Authorities urge travelers to check travel documents

As the summer season approaches, many Moldovans are planning vacations abroad. Authorities are reminding citizens to check the validity of their travel documents and the entry requirements for their destination country in advance. This will help avoid any potential issues when crossing the border.

Parliament approves new accessibility rules for digital services, banking and transport

Products sold and services provided in the Republic of Moldova will have to comply, starting with January 1, 2028, with the same accessibility requirements applied in the European space. The provisions are part of a draft law voted by the Parliament in the first reading. The sanctioning mechanism for non-compliance with these requirements will be applied after the accession of the Republic of Moldova to the European Union.

Joint border initiative supports Moldova and Ukraine's EU ambitions

The General Inspectorate of the Border Police hosted the inaugural meeting of the heads of border authorities from the Republic of Moldova, Latvia, Lithuania, and Ukraine from July 21 to 23. During this meeting, a joint declaration was signed to cooperate and support the integration process of the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine into the European Union.

ASP registers nearly 2,500 businesses from Transnistrian region

As of the end of the first semester of 2026, the number of economic agents registered with the Public Services Agency (ASP) in the Transnistrian region is nearing 2,500. Specifically, there are 2,492 companies listed in the agency's records, including 461 permanently registered and 2,031 provisionally registered.

CALM calls for constitutional reform to eliminate districts

The Congress of Local Authorities of Moldova (CALM) is urging the government to begin the process of amending the Constitution to eliminate districts. CALM views the current district structure as outdated and expensive, lacking genuine authority. Representatives from CALM argue that this reform would enable more efficient allocation of resources to local communities.

108 schools receive robots, 3D printers and smart labs

Beginning this fall, students from 108 schools across the country will gain access to modern equipment that will enable them to experiment with digital sensors, build and program robots, and create objects using 3D printers. This initiative represents an investment of approximately 4.8 million lei, funded with support from the World Bank and the Global Partnership for Education.