Corruption in education: MEC pushes legal MPay donations

Corruption cases in educational institutions are a serious concern, and every situation must be scrutinized with utmost attention and responsibility to better understand how to curb these phenomena. Officials from the Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) stated on the public broadcaster Moldova 1 that the most egregious cases are those involving children.

Moldova's universities attract record 24 nations

Young people from 24 countries have chosen the Republic of Moldova for university studies. The incoming cohort includes students from expected places like Israel and India, but also from as far as China, Germany, and France, all admitted to Moldovan universities.

Ambulance called every 43 seconds: the main emergencies reported to 112

Every day, thousands of people call the single emergency number 112, but not all of these calls are for genuine emergencies. In October 2025, the national 112 service received over 176,000 calls, with more than a third being classified as non-urgent. These non-urgent calls did not require immediate intervention from the Ambulance, Police, or Fire Department. On average, operators managed over 5,000 urgent cases each day that required the response of specialized crews.

Over 1,800 bullying cases reported in schools in 2025: "Teachers play a key role in preventing violence"

According to data from the General Inspectorate of Police, confirmed by the Ministry of Education and Research, one in five students in the Republic of Moldova is a victim of bullying in schools. In 2024, there were 1,718 reported cases of bullying in educational institutions, and in 2025, this number is projected to rise by an additional 108 cases.

Two serious accidents claim three lives in Straseni and Ocnița

Three people lost their lives and four others, including two minors, were hospitalized following two accidents that occurred on Wednesday evening, November 5, in the districts of Straseni and Ocnița.

Director of Moldsilva Agency resigned

Victor Durbală, the director of the Moldsilva Agency, has resigned. He submitted his resignation on November 4, but did not provide any reasons for this decision.

Illegal migration scheme dismantled in Moldova: African and Asian citizens tried to reach the EU illegally

Border police and prosecutors in the southern part of the country have dismantled an illegal migration scheme involving Moldovan citizens. These individuals were assisting people from Africa and Asia in illegally crossing the Moldovan-Romanian border. Following searches conducted on November 1, the suspects were detained, but the court later released them under judicial supervision for 60 days.

Agreement signed: Chinese teachers will teach the Chinese language in Moldovan schools

Students from the Republic of Moldova will now have increased opportunities to study Chinese both domestically and at educational institutions in China. On November 5, the Government of Chisinau approved the signing of a Cooperation Agreement between the Ministry of Education and Research of the Republic of Moldova and the Ministry of Education of China. This agreement establishes a foundation for a broader partnership in Chinese language education.

Cybercor, UTM, and NCC Romania sign a protocol to boost Moldova’s cybersecurity

The Republic of Moldova has made a significant advance in enhancing national security and integrating into the European digital space by signing a Collaboration Protocol. This agreement involves the National Institute for Innovations in Cybersecurity (Cybercor), the Technical University of Moldova (UTM), and the National Cybersecurity Coordination Center of Romania (NCC RO).

Education Minister promises solutions for overcrowded classes; strategy to be presented by end of November

The authorities are developing a comprehensive plan to tackle overcrowding in educational institutions in the Republic of Moldova. This announcement was made by Dan Perciun, the Minister of Education and Research, who acknowledged that the situation is urgent, particularly in the municipality of Chisinau.

Government greenlights coordinated control mechanism at Fălciu–Cantemir railway point

The Republic of Moldova and Romania are implementing coordinated control at the Cantemir–Fălciu border crossing point. This marks the third border crossing point to adopt this mechanism and the first of its kind for railway transport. The Government of Chisinau approved the agreement during its meeting on November 5, which was initially signed in Bucharest in early October.

Moldova pushes for 8,050 lei minimum wage by 2026

Moldova’s trade unions are pushing for a new minimum wage of 8,050 lei monthly in the real sector of the economy, set to take effect on January 1, 2026. This significant proposal was the focus of consultations with employers' representatives on November 3.