IFAD irrigation helps Moldova farmers fight drought

Drought and snowless winters in recent years have significantly reduced the country's agricultural yield.

Moldova pork: Repopulation after african swine fever cull

The two farms affected by African Swine Fever, where approximately 118,000 pigs were culled, will begin repopulation by importing piglets that could be slaughtered starting this autumn.

Over 3,000 amateur and professional athletes joined a major competition in Chisinau

More than 3,000 sports professionals and amateurs gathered for a competition in the center of Chisinau. This marked the first spring half-marathon ever held in the Republic of Moldova, attracting athletes from both the country and abroad. The top performers were awarded cash prizes, gifts, and medals.

Residents of Edineț and Cupcini will gain access to drinking water through EU-supported project

Around 26,000 residents of the municipality of Edineț and the town of Cupcini will soon have access to clean drinking water after enduring years of muddy or rusty water from their taps. Construction of a new water station has already begun, with EU support. Project managers aim to complete the work by the end of this year.

New project to support the Republic of Moldova in the EU accession process was launched in Chisinau

Thirteen high-level advisors from the EU, along with international and local experts, will provide long-term consultancy to key public administrations in the Republic of Moldova over three years. The beneficiaries of this technical assistance include the State Chancellery, the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of Finance, and the National Anti-Corruption Centre. This project, which is funded by the EU, aims to enhance the administrative and institutional capacity necessary to achieve the priorities outlined in the Growth Plan of the Republic of Moldova.

Nicușor Dan focuses on Moldova during Romania's presidential campaign

The presidential election campaign in Romania for the May 4th elections is ongoing. Some candidates are crossing the Prut River to present their priorities to the electorate.

Moldova tightens smoking laws: fines increase

Smoking will be prohibited in additional public areas, and fines for rule violations will be raised.

Moldova students plant trees for greener future

In a gesture of ecological responsibility, several pupils, students, and professors from Chisinau and Dubasari participated in a tree-planting initiative on the banks of the Nistru River.

Villages of Varnița and Copanca can receive electricity through the network on the right bank of the Nistru

The villages of Varnița and Copanca can use electricity delivered through the power grid on the right bank of the Nistru. The constructed power grids are fully functional. The conditions of their use are to be coordinated with the power grid operator serving the two villages and approved by the authorities. Residents of the villages share different opinions. While some say they do not want to connect to the new networks, others claim that they would like the two banks to join.

Spring invigorates sport and outdoor activities

The warm weather brought people outdoors. The city's parks, playgrounds, and sports fields were the most popular destinations.

A student project competition with a total budget of 2 million lei was launched

The Ministry of Education and Research has allocated two million lei for a project competition aimed at universities. Public higher education institutions, in collaboration with student self-government organizations, will have the opportunity to secure funding for projects that strengthen the student community. Proposed initiatives include the development of student spaces, experience exchanges, workshops, and mentoring programs.

Moldova limits cash payments: New €80K cap for real estate

Starting in April, Moldova will enforce a new law restricting cash payments for high-value transactions to combat tax evasion and money laundering.