Cristian Lepădatu on Radio Moldova: Ukraine's reconstruction should be a regional development project

The reconstruction of Ukraine should be viewed as more than just a financial undertaking; it ought to be transformed into a regional development project that includes both the Republic of Moldova and Romania. Cristian Lepădatu, one of the initiators of the STRATEG platform, emphasizes that the Republic of Moldova plays a strategic role within this triangle. This positioning provides Chisinau with the opportunity to serve as a bridge between the European Union and the reconstruction efforts in the neighboring state.

Moldovan wines reach Canada and Greece through diaspora entrepreneurs

Moldovan wines are gaining popularity among consumers around the world, largely due to the efforts of Moldovans living abroad. In Canada and Greece, two entrepreneurs from the Republic of Moldova have transformed their homesickness into a thriving business by promoting local wines in markets that face significant competition and bureaucratic challenges.

Authorities urge public to cut electricity use amid expected power shortage between 9:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.

The Republic of Moldova may experience an electricity shortage this evening, August 4, due to high consumption driven by the ongoing heat wave and decreased energy production in the region. Energy Minister Dorin Junghietu urged the public to conserve electricity to prevent potential disconnections.

Children from the diaspora rediscover their roots: "I really like it in the Republic of Moldova"

The month of August, the period in which thousands of Moldovans from the diaspora return home to spend their holidays with their families, also brings the start of the 14th edition of the government program "DOR" - "Diaspora. Origins. Returns", intended for children and young people in the country and abroad, to promote and preserve national traditions and values.

Cashless payments transform spending habits in Moldova

Moldovans conducted over 102 million card transactions in the second quarter of 2026, highlighting the growth of cashless payments in the national economy. This rate was approximately 13 transactions per second.

Authorities ready state guarantees for loans for storage batteries

The Ministry of Energy, together with the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization and the Organization for Entrepreneurship Development (ODA), is preparing a new loan guarantee instrument for investments in battery energy storage systems (BESS).

Vasile Tofan about the Afghan delegation's visit: "It is embarrassing and unacceptable"

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan describes the situation regarding the visit of a delegation from Afghanistan to the Republic of Moldova as "embarrassing and unacceptable." He states that its approval was "an error of evaluation and institutional coordination."

Residents in Chisinau will pay more for water and sewage as ANRE sets new tariffs

Residents of the capital will pay over one leu more for drinking water and sewage services after the National Energy Regulatory Agency (ANRE) approved new tariffs at a public meeting on August 4.

Ana Revenco steps down as Head of the Strategic Communication Center

Ana Revenco announced her decision to end her mandate as the director of the Center for Strategic Communication and Countering Disinformation. She highlighted that she built this institution from the ground up starting in 2023. According to her, the center is currently functioning well, and the organizational model developed in the Republic of Moldova is being studied as a model of good practices.

Breastfeeding benefits both baby and mother

Breastfeeding contributes to the health and development of the child and brings important benefits to the mother. Over 175 countries mark World Breastfeeding Week in the first week of August, an initiative dedicated to promoting and supporting this process.

Vasile Tofan meets Latvian Foreign Minister: Security, digitalization, and EU integration in focus

Latvia has pledged to support the Republic of Moldova in its efforts to advance negotiations for accession to the European Union. Latvia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Baiba Braže, made this commitment during a meeting with Prime Minister Vasile Tofan. The discussion between the two officials also highlighted the development of economic relations, bilateral cooperation, and regional security.

Former police officer will stand trial for allegedly fining Ludmila Vartic after her death

The former police officer who allegedly drew up a traffic violation report in the name of Ludmila Vartic, dated after her death, has ended up in the dock. According to the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office, the document was allegedly issued in connection with a traffic violation committed by the woman's husband, Dumitru Vartic.