Government appoints Nicolae Vutcariov as State Labor Inspectorate director

Nicolae Vutcariov, former Deputy Director of the Customs Service, was appointed to head the State Labor Inspectorate. The Government approved this appointment during its meeting on February 25.

The Republic of Moldova intends to run for membership in the UN Human Rights Council

The Republic of Moldova aims to become a member of the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council for the 2027-2029 mandate, following the elections scheduled for 2026. This intention was stated by Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi, who is also the Minister of Foreign Affairs, during the High-Level Segment of the 61st Plenary Session of the UN Human Rights Council held in Geneva, Switzerland.

Kindergartens in Chisinau will be renovated and upgraded for energy efficiency

A project to rehabilitate preschool institutions will modernize fifty-two kindergartens in Chisinau, serving over 10,000 children and employing nearly 1,500 staff members. The first phase of this project will focus on upgrading 30 of the largest kindergartens in Chisinau.

Biometric checks at first EU entry: EES system launches at all Romania–Moldova border posts from March 2

The Border Police announced that the European Union's electronic Entry/Exit System (EES) will be operational at all border crossing points between Romania and the Republic of Moldova starting March 2, 2026. This measure is part of the ongoing effort to modernize controls at the EU's external border and is aimed at citizens of non-EU countries who are making short visits to the EU.

Raids in forest expansion fund embezzlement case; 4 million lei in damages

The documents refer to certain areas as forested, but in reality, no trees have been planted there. On the morning of Wednesday, February 25, officers from the National Anticorruption Center (CNA), along with prosecutors and with the support of the Moldsilva Agency, are conducting criminal investigations related to the management of funds allocated for the National Forest Expansion and Rehabilitation Program.

New digital platform “e-Monitoring” lets institutions report and track public policies

Public institutions will plan, report, and track the implementation of government policies in real time through a new single digital platform, e-Monitoring, approved by the Executive.

37-year-old man sentenced to 20 years in prison after killing a woman in Anenii Noi

He forced his way into a resident's home, intending to rob her, killing the woman who resisted. However, the thief did not find any money in her home.

Moldova switches to daylight saving time on last Sunday of March: 3:00 → 4:00

The Republic of Moldova will transition to daylight saving time on the last Sunday of March, when the clock will move from 3:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m. This decision, approved by the Government on February 25, establishes that daylight saving time in Moldova aligns with the practices of the European Union member states.

Mandatory entry permit to the UK starting February 25

Starting February 15, visitors from 85 countries, including the Republic of Moldova, Romania, the United States, Canada, and EU member states, will be required to present an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to enter the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Tiraspol imposes special salary payment regime for state employees until year-end

The authorities in Tiraspol implemented a special salary payment system for employees in the region's budget sector. This measure will be effective from March 1 to December 31, 2026. The decision was made during a meeting of the unrecognized executive governing the left bank of the Nistru.

In Washington, Moldova welcomes Carlyle Group’s takeover of Lukoil assets

The Government of the Republic of Moldova welcomes the Carlyle Group's intention to acquire the assets of Lukoil International GmbH (LIG) through a specialized oil company. This position was reaffirmed by the Minister of Energy, Dorin Junghietu, during a meeting with a representative of Carlyle Group Inc. in Washington.

Ukraine, in its fifth year of war: losses equal to the population of three Republics of Moldova

The war sparked by Russia has led to an unprecedented exodus, with the number of Ukrainians leaving the country resembling the population of three Republics of Moldova. This significant demographic loss is having a profound impact on Ukraine's economy and future, as noted by experts.