Moldova to streamline energy sector VAT declarations starting 2026

Moldova’s State Tax Service (SFS) will introduce a streamlined VAT declaration format for electricity and natural gas transactions effective January 2026.

Moldova’s demographic crisis: Pensioners now make up 28% of total population

Retirees now account for nearly 28% of Moldova’s total population, according to year-end 2025 data from the National Social Insurance House (CNAS).

Moldovan citizens redirect over €1 million in income tax to NGOs in 2025

More than 45,000 Moldovan taxpayers chose to redirect 2% of their annual income tax to non-profit organizations or religious entities in 2025.

Moldova’s public debt hits €6.2 billion as government approves new 2026–2028 management plan

Moldova’s public debt reached €6.19 billion (approx. 121.4 billion MDL) by the end of 2024, marking a 16.7% increase compared to the previous year. To address the rising burden, the Government approved a medium-term state debt management program for 2026–2028 during its December 29 session.

Florești residents detained for blackmail, demanded 100,000 lei from victim

Two men, aged 55 and 62, from Cunicea in the Florești district, have been detained by law enforcement officers and are under investigation for blackmail. The investigation reveals that, over a period of approximately three months, they allegedly extorted 100,000 lei from a 58-year-old man.

Moldova airspace alert triggered by hot air balloon near Ukrainian border

Ukrainian radar systems detected a flying object over Moldova on the afternoon of December 26, which authorities later identified as a hot air balloon.

Moldova National Police adopts 3D laser scanning technology through Polish-Aid program

Moldova’s National Police is modernizing its forensic capabilities by introducing state-of-the-art 3D laser scanners.

Chisinau tap water confirmed safe as German-funded pipeline project advances

Tap water in Chisinau is safe for consumption and poses no health risks, according to Diana Tacu, the Interim General Director of Apă-Canal Chișinău (ACC).

Meta slams Kremlin for depriving millions of encrypted chat rights

WhatsApp has announced it will defend the right of its Russian users to private communication. This comes as Russian authorities continue to throttle messaging services, prompting citizens to sue Roskomnadzor and the Ministry of Digital Development.

Sparkling welcome: Moldova greets international travelers with local wine

Travelers landing at Chisinau "Eugen Doga" International Airport recently experienced a unique reception designed to showcase Moldova’s authentic heritage.

White, red, or rosé: how to choose the perfect wine for a Christmas feast

Wine, whether sparkling or still, is more than just a drink—it is the soul of a festive meal. Sommelier Andrei Cibotaru explains how the right selection can transform any celebration into a sensory journey.

Three “Park and Ride” parking lots will be built at Chisinau entrances by 2026

The Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) for Chisinau outlines several key initiatives to improve public transport. These include expanding lanes dedicated to public transportation, establishing "park and ride" parking lots at the city's entrances, and creating new trolleybus stations in peripheral areas and near medical institutions. Additionally, the plan proposes evaluating the feasibility of launching an express route between "Eugen Doga" International Airport and the city center, including service during nighttime hours.