Councilors approved Dumitru Vartic’s resignation as vice president of Hâncești district

On Friday, March 13, the Hâncești District Council officially accepted the resignation of Vice President Dumitru Vartic, ending his term early following a vote by the councilors. This decision was made in response to Vartic's resignation request submitted on March 9, amid an ongoing investigation into the death of his wife, Ludmila Vartic, which is currently being investigated by law enforcement.

Moldova-Canada social security agreement allows citizens to receive pensions for work done in both countries

The Republic of Moldova and Canada have signed a Social Security Agreement, a document that establishes social protection mechanisms for individuals who have worked or reside in either country. Under this agreement, citizens will be able to receive pensions and other social benefits calculated to include periods of work completed in both countries.

Fishing in the Nistru is banned on the Naslavcea–Dubăsari section until April 1

Fishing is prohibited on the Naslavcea - Dubăsari section of the Nistru. The restriction is in effect until April 1. The Environmental Agency issued an order to this effect on Friday, March 13.

Chișinău will host Black Sea Region Security Conference in March

The Republic of Moldova is set to host the third edition of the Black Sea Security Conference, organized under the auspices of the International Crimea Platform. This event will take place in Chisinau on March 23 and will continue the discussions on regional security that began at previous conferences held in Bucharest in 2023 and Sofia in 2024.

MEC and MAI launch joint plan and campaigns to curb student drug use

The Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) and the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MAI) initiated a joint action plan to reduce drug use among students and young people. In the 2026-2027 school years, training and information campaigns will be organized in schools and vocational education institutions. Additionally, teachers, school psychologists, and medical assistants will receive instruction on how to recognize signs of drug use and how to intervene effectively, according to Minister of Education and Research, Dan Perciun.

Authorities keep Ukraine oil spill restrictions; lab results pending

Authorities are currently enforcing restrictions on water consumption in the northern region of the country due to oil products that have spilled into the Nistru River. Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder informed Teleradio-Moldova that the results of laboratory tests conducted on water samples will be announced on Friday afternoon, March 13.

Member of Parliament Botgros explains why Lăutarii got free land for a residential block instead of a folklore center

He was given a free plot of land in Chisinau by the government with the intention of building the International Folklore Center "Lăutarii." However, instead of the center, a block of 20 apartments was constructed. Nicolae Botgros, a deputy from the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS), claims that the folklore center project was never realized because potential sponsors repeatedly refused to finance it. As a result, he was compelled to sell everything to settle the debts that had accumulated, according to the parliamentarian.

Sleep lost during the week is not recovered on the weekend, experts

To increase productivity, many people are reducing their sleep to just a few hours each night, believing they can catch up on rest over the weekend. However, experts caution that the body requires around 7 to 8 hours of sleep each day, and trying to "make up" for lost sleep on Saturday and Sunday does not negate the negative health effects of sleep deprivation.

Groundwater extraction for bottling declines in recent years, ecologist says it's encouraging

The volume of water extracted from underground sources has decreased in recent years, a change that environmentalists welcome. However, the amount of water brought to the surface each year still totals hundreds of millions of tons. Experts point out that, unlike surface water, groundwater does not replenish itself.

Domestic violence in Moldova is widely underreported; experts urge prevention and public education

Domestic violence is a significant and often underreported issue in the Republic of Moldova. The recent rise in the number of cases reported to authorities likely indicates that more victims feel confident seeking help rather than an actual increase in the occurrence of domestic violence. This conclusion was reached during the "Bună seara" show on Moldova 1, where guests discussed the causes of domestic violence and the mechanisms for addressing it.

Domestic violence reporting in Moldova hits 20,000 cases in 2025 as trust in police rises

Interior Minister Daniella Misail-Nichitin announced that domestic violence reports reached a record 20,000 cases in 2025. This increase is interpreted by authorities as a sign of growing public trust in law enforcement.

New Moldova-Ukraine border link to bypass Transnistrian routes

The Moldovan Government approved the legal framework for a new international border crossing point between Cosăuți and Yampil on March 11. This strategic hub, connecting northern Moldova to Ukraine’s Vinnytsia region, aims to secure logistical corridors and bypass the breakaway Transnistrian territory.