AUTISM: Screening at 18–24 months is crucial for a child’s future, experts

Early diagnosis and increased social awareness can significantly enhance the future of children with autism in the Republic of Moldova. When parents recognize the importance of an early diagnosis, it allows their children to access therapies, educational support, and social integration. As society grows in understanding, it will adapt to better accommodate the special needs of these children, experts say.

Chișinău public transport fares rise to 7 lei per ticket starting May

Starting May 1, the fare for public transportation in Chisinau will increase by one lei. A trip on a bus, minibus, or trolleybus will now cost seven lei, up from the current price of six lei. The city's authorities attribute this fare increase to rising fuel prices.

Phone scams posing as the State Tax Service lure citizens to share SMS codes

Phone fraud attempts have increased, with scammers posing as officials from public institutions or banks. The State Tax Service (SFS) warns that callers persuade citizens to share SMS codes, which can lead to unauthorised account access or loans being taken out in their names.

Moldova will launch mobile app by 2027 to assess building seismic risk

By 2027, the Republic of Moldova plans to launch a mobile application to rapidly assess and classify buildings by seismic risk, categorised as high, medium, or low. This initiative is a significant step toward monitoring building safety and preparing for potential earthquakes, according to Veaceslav Șipitca, State Secretary at the Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development.

2025 shows Under half of working-age Moldovans are employed, 2025 NBS data

In 2025, less than half of Moldovans of working age were employed, with the employment rate at 40.2%. Meanwhile, over 1.1 million people were outside of the labor market, as reported by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). Despite this, the unemployment rate remained low at 3.8%.

Dense fog reported on multiple roads nationwide; police urge drivers to be cautious

The General Inspectorate of Police advises drivers about the challenging traffic conditions during this period, caused by fog affecting several road areas across the country.

Moldova launches voluntary pensions: eligibility and contribution details

For the first time, Moldovan citizens can save for retirement through a private pension fund, as the first voluntary pension fund has been authorized and is entering its launch phase. This new option allows employees and entrepreneurs to make voluntary contributions alongside the public pension system, providing an additional income source for retirement, says Elena Pui, the director of the fund management company.

CNAM reports historic high in mandatory health insurance compliance

The National Health Insurance Company (CNAM) has announced a historic milestone, with over 153,000 citizens paying their mandatory fixed-fee health insurance premiums in the first quarter of 2026. This figure marks the highest level of compliance ever recorded by the March 31 deadline in the agency's history.

Ukraine reinforces western border with mines and armor on Transnistrian segment

The Ukrainian Armed Forces have significantly tightened security along the border with the breakaway Transnistrian region of Moldova. Kyiv announced an intensified military presence and the deployment of advanced defensive measures to secure the western frontier.

Moldova seeks €70 million to complete nationwide Model Schools Network

Moldova’s Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) is actively seeking approximately €70 million (approx. 1.37 billion MDL) in external funding to finalize its ambitious "Model Schools" initiative.

Russian drones over Moldova: Systematic incidents spark national security alarm

Recent incursions of Russian drones into Moldovan airspace are no longer isolated events but represent a "systemic threat." Security expert Artur Leșcu warns that these incidents must be viewed with deep concern as they test the nation's defense limits.

Moldova State Railway extends technical unemployment amid fuel crisis

Moldova’s state railway operator, Calea Ferată a Moldovei (CFM), has extended technical unemployment for 600 employees for a fifth consecutive month. The decision, announced on Monday, March 30, comes as the company struggles with rising fuel costs and systemic liquidity shortages.