Moldova health insurance coverage reaches 84% as experts warn of sustainability gaps

Over 84% of Moldova's population is currently covered by health insurance. However, experts warn this figure remains insufficient to guarantee a sustainable and high-quality healthcare system.

Strategic infrastructure renewal: Bălți bypass overpass to reopen by July 2026

The State Road Administration (ASD) has announced that major rehabilitation works on the Răut River bridge and the railway overpass along the Bălți bypass are nearing the final phase.

Chisinau’s derelict vehicle crisis: How legal gaps are paralyzing city streets

Abandoned vehicles with rusted chassis and flat tires have become a permanent fixture in Chisinau’s courtyards. These derelict cars occupy critical parking spaces for years, prompting residents to demand immediate removal by municipal authorities.

Chisinau deploys 500 workers for massive spring sanitation drive in Botanica district

The Chisinau municipal authorities launched a wide-scale spring cleaning campaign today in the Botanica district. The initiative aims to clear the capital’s streets of sand, dust, and abrasive grit accumulated during the winter season.

Moldova declares 15-day environmental state of alert following Nistru River oil spill

The Moldovan government has officially instituted a 15-day environmental state of alert for the Dniester (Nistru) River basin, effective March 16, 2026. The emergency measure follows a significant petroleum spill currently moving downstream, prompting a massive mobilization of state resources to mitigate public health risks.

Moldova declares environmental state of emergency following Russian strike on Dniester infrastructure

Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu has convened an emergency Cabinet meeting to approve a 15-day environmental state of emergency for the Dniester River basin. The decision follows a significant oil spill triggered by a Russian military strike on the Novodnistrovsk hydroelectric plant.

Protective booms deployed on Dniester River to safeguard Chisinau water supply

Întreprinderea municipală. „Apă-Canal Chișinău” a instalat două baraje de protecție pe râul Nistru, în apropierea stației de captare a apei de la Vadul lui Vodă, ca măsură preventivă în contextul situației create pe râu. Autoritățile companiei anunță că nu există, deocamdată, riscuri pentru alimentarea municipiului Chișinău cu apă potabilă, iar calitatea apei este monitorizată permanent.

Moldova suspends water supply in northern regions following Dniester oil spill

Moldovan authorities have expanded emergency protection measures following a significant oil spill on the Dniester River. The National Crisis Management Center (NCMC) has ordered the temporary suspension of water services in several northern districts and a total ban on fishing along a key sector of the river.

“Forest Generation” Campaign: Volunteers from Moldova and Romania plant saplings

Millions of trees are set to be planted in Romania and the Republic of Moldova. The "Forest Generation" campaign has expanded with volunteers from both countries mobilizing to take part in afforestation efforts. This initiative aims to restore forests and protect the environment, sending a clear message: nature knows no borders.

Great Spring Cleanup: Work carried out on streets, sidewalks, parks, and squares

On Saturday, March 14, all employees of municipal enterprises participated in a sanitation campaign called "Great Spring Cleanup." They were divided into teams to remove the waste that had accumulated over the winter throughout all sectors of the capital.

Explosion in an apartment in Chisinau. Ambulance takes one person

One person was taken by ambulance after an explosion followed by a fire at an apartment on 20 Constantin Vârnav Street in Chisinau.

MFA reacts after drone flies over Moldova: “Serious violation of sovereignty”

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemns the overflight of a Shahed drone in the Republic of Moldova's airspace on the morning of March 14, near the town of Troitcoe in the Cimislia region.