Compensations may return to the bill, Igor Grosu

Natural gas consumers may soon receive compensation directly on their bills. Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu said this method of aid has proven more effective than direct payments to eligible applicants' cards. However, a final decision will be reached after further consultations.

Tofan: Moldova and Romania share a highly productive partnership

The Prime Minister of the Republic of Moldova, Vasile Tofan, is optimistic about building a "most productive" relationship with Romania. He asserts that the development of joint projects and the enhancement of bilateral trade will benefit both nations. The Prime Minister dismissed the perception of Moldova as a country with an "outstretched hand" and emphasized that Moldova can serve as a bridge for Romanian investments and businesses to access eastern markets, particularly in the context of Ukraine's reconstruction efforts.

Moldova approves €150M EIB agrifood modernization deal

Moldova’s Parliament has ratified a €150 million (approx. 2.94 billion MDL) preferential loan agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to modernize the nation's agrifood sector under the "Livada Moldovei 2" project.

Moldova calls on 1991 generation for 35th independence anniversary

The Moldovan Parliament has launched a national campaign titled "I Am the Moldova 35 Generation," inviting citizens born in 1991—the year the country declared independence—to share their reflections on what their homeland means to them as it reaches its 35-year milestone.

Moldova opposition demands 30% teacher pay rise ahead of school year

Moldova’s opposition Party of Socialists (PSRM) has called on the parliamentary majority to secure funding for a 30% wage increase for education workers starting in October. The party also requested €51 (approx. 1,000 MDL) one-off allowance for families with middle-school students to cover back-to-school expenses.

Moldova denounces CIS agreement on books

The Republic of Moldova has decided to withdraw from the Agreement on Cooperation in the Field of Publishing, Book Distribution, and Printing, which was signed in Almaty on February 10, 1995, as part of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). This decision was approved by the Parliament during its meeting on July 28.

Anti-discrimination bill approved after heated parliamentary dispute

On Tuesday, July 28, the Parliament session was disrupted by a protest led by Diana Caraman, the leader of the Communist Party faction. She blocked the central tribune of the Legislature in response to a decision to limit speaking time during the examination of a draft law aimed at combating discrimination.

Bill on citizens' civic initiatives passes first reading in Parliament

Citizens will play a more active role in the decision-making process. They will not only be able to participate in consultations on draft normative acts but also have the opportunity to propose initiatives for inclusion on the authorities' agenda. This provision is part of a draft law that has been voted on by Parliament in its first reading, introducing the concept of civic initiative into the legislation.

New certification rules proposed for doctors, pharmacists and healthcare workers

Healthcare professionals, including doctors and pharmacists, will be required to follow a new professional certification system. The Ministry of Health is proposing the implementation of a national professional card that will be valid for five years. This card will confirm an individual’s right to practice and facilitate quick interventions in case of any suspension or modification of this right.

New accessibility standards adopted for digital products, banking and transport

Products sold and services provided in the Republic of Moldova will have to comply, starting with January 1, 2028, with the same accessibility requirements applied in the European space. The provisions are part of a draft law voted by the Parliament in the first reading. The sanctioning mechanism for non-compliance with these requirements will be applied after the accession of the Republic of Moldova to the European Union.

Almost 2,500 Transnistrian economic agents registered with ASP

As of the end of the first semester of 2026, the number of economic agents registered with the Public Services Agency (ASP) in the Transnistrian region is nearing 2,500. Specifically, there are 2,492 companies listed in the agency's records, including 461 permanently registered and 2,031 provisionally registered.

'Professions of the Future' brings robotics and 3D printing to schools

Beginning this fall, students from 108 schools across the country will gain access to modern equipment that will enable them to experiment with digital sensors, build and program robots, and create objects using 3D printers. This initiative represents an investment of approximately 4.8 million lei, funded with support from the World Bank and the Global Partnership for Education.