Moldova pushes for 8,050 lei minimum wage by 2026

Moldova’s trade unions are pushing for a new minimum wage of 8,050 lei monthly in the real sector of the economy, set to take effect on January 1, 2026. This significant proposal was the focus of consultations with employers' representatives on November 3.

Moldova candidacy for UNESCO executive board seat

The Republic of Moldova is reaffirming its steadfast commitment to peace, democracy, and human dignity at the UNESCO platform.

Italy summons Russian ambassador over Zakharova's tower collapse joke

The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is set to summon the Russian Ambassador to Rome to deliver a formal note of protest.

Munteanu vows economic reform and EU accession for new cabinet

Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu concluded a working tour of the ministries following the recent New Ministerial Appointments. Eight members of the new Moldova Cabinet were introduced to their respective teams.

Svetlana Panciuc gets 4 years for Șor Party illegal financing

Svetlana Panciuc, former head of the now-defunct Șor Party branch in Edineț, has been sentenced to four years in a semi-open prison for complicity in the illegal financing of the political party by an organized criminal group.

Moldova on track: EU accession progress confirmed

The European Commission will publish the EU Enlargement Package 2025 on November 4th. This annual assessment details the progress of every candidate country for accession, including the Republic of Moldova.

Moldova sees sharp rise in counterfeit banknotes

The Republic of Moldova is registering an increasing number of counterfeit banknote cases. Last year, nearly 90 such crimes were recorded, marking a 23 percent increase compared to 2023.

Moldova returns to Eurovision 2026 with new national selection format

The Republic of Moldova will participate in the International Eurovision Song Contest 2026. Public broadcaster Teleradio-Moldova (TRM) officially announced its return after a one-year break.

Baby boom at Chișinău Zoo: Rare Hungarian Steppe Cattle calf born

A baby boom has occurred at the Chișinău Zoological Garden. A rare Hungarian Steppe Cattle calf, a kangaroo joey, and a meerkat pup have all arrived in a single, simultaneous wave of rare animal births.

Israel's ambassador praises Moldovan workforce amid deepening economic cooperation

Israeli diplomat Yoram Elron addressed the safety of the estimated 13,000 Moldovan citizens living in the country and discussed Israel's security stance on Iran and continuous negotiations with Palestine.

Zelensky thanks Germany for Patriot air defense systems delivery

Ukraine’s President, Volodymyr Zelensky, announced that Germany has transferred Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, following a critical agreement between the two nations, BBC News reports.

Putin 'plans to rule Russia until 2050' and rival Ivan the Terrible

Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly aiming to rule until 2050, according to the British tabloid The Daily Star, which cited investigative journalist Ilia Davliatcin.