Expert warns: Gadget batteries can cause fires; here's how to collect e-waste properly

Electrical and electronic waste—ranging from phones and headphones to old refrigerators and televisions—must be collected separately and sent for recycling, warns environmental expert Ruslan Nercaș. He points out that batteries from small appliances pose a particular risk, as they can contain hazardous substances and cause fires.

Moldova plans €26m water station as Dniester falls

Moldova must overhaul its capital’s aging water infrastructure immediately, Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder warned, as plummeting flows along the Dniester River threaten drinking supplies for Chisinau amid an intensifying regional drought.

Government seeks 3.2 billion lei in external funds for cold-season aid

The budget allocated for cold-season compensation could range between 2.5 and 3.2 billion lei, aiming to provide higher levels of assistance and expand the number of beneficiaries, Finance Minister Victoria Belous announced. Authorities are currently seeking additional funding sources, including external support, to secure the necessary funds.

MoldMedizin & MoldDent 2026: Free consultations and advanced technologies at Moldexpo

Over 120 doctors from the Republic of Moldova and Romania will provide free medical consultations, and visitors will also have access to general blood and biochemical tests at the MoldMedizin & MoldDent 2026 exhibition. The event will take place from September 24 to 26 at Moldexpo and will bring together more than 100 companies from various countries to showcase state-of-the-art medical equipment and technologies.

Moldova's Tourism Forum 2026: Strategies and opportunities

The Moldova Tourism Forum 2026 will address global trends, artificial intelligence, and investment attraction on September 24 in Chișinău. The event will bring together representatives from government authorities, the private sector, and international organizations to discuss, among other topics, ways for the Republic of Moldova to strengthen its position as a tourism destination on the European market.

Moldova’s central bank raises base rate to 9%

The National Bank of Moldova raised its base rate to 9% on September 17, citing stronger inflationary pressures and energy market volatility.

Novodnestrovsk discharge talks stalled; Chisinau and Kyiv resume negotiations

Chisinau and Kyiv have not agreed on the volume of water to be released from the Novodnistrovsk reservoir. The Moldovan authorities rejected Ukraine's proposal to reduce the flow rate from 60 cubic meters per second to 22, considering the change too abrupt. Negotiations are expected to resume in the coming days.

Promo-LEX: Transnistrian students involved in Russian "patriotic" education

This summer, dozens of students from the Transnistrian region took part in "patriotic education" programs and initiatives that promote Russian historical narratives. These activities were organized in the Russian Federation and occupied Crimea. A report released by the Promo-LEX Association indicates that some of these programs occurred at centers that are under international sanctions. The organization has raised concerns about the potential risks of indoctrination and the associated security implications.

Business community urges the government to cut bureaucracy and ensure fiscal stability

Business representatives conveyed their main requests to the Government during meetings with Prime Minister Vasile Tofan. They emphasized the need to reduce bureaucracy, ensure fiscal predictability, and create an investment-friendly environment. In response, the Prime Minister pledged to implement measures for deregulation, digitize public services, and provide a stable climate for entrepreneurs.

EU nears new Growth Plan payout for Moldova as reforms advance

The European Union is finalizing a fresh Growth Plan disbursement for Moldova after Chisinau met 93% of reform milestones, European Commissioner Marta Kos said following talks with Prime Minister Vasile Tofan.

Moldova's economy minister vows to preserve digital lead, reform SOEs

Moldova's newly appointed economy minister pledged on Wednesday to maintain the country’s digital leadership while overhauling loss-making state enterprises, cutting public waste, and attracting genuine private investment following his first cabinet meeting.

A Russian drone, identified as a "more advanced" model, detonated at Crocmaz

On Sunday, August 9, a drone exploded in Crocmaz, located in the Stefan Voda district. The drone is powered by Russian-made propulsion systems. This information was shared by Defense Minister Anatolie Nosatîi, who referred to the preliminary analysis conducted by specialists examining the fragments of the crashed aircraft. According to the Minister, this model is more technologically advanced than the drones previously identified in the Republic of Moldova.