MEC launches young specialist distribution for 2026-2027 with up to 375,000 lei compensation

The Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) has officially launched a national competition to distribute young specialists for the academic year 2026-2027. This year's notable improvement includes an increase in the initial allowance for graduates. Those who choose to teach in rural areas, where there is a significant teacher shortage, can receive up to 375,000 lei.

BNM launches coin honoring scientist Sergiu Rădăuțanu’s 100th anniversary

A century after the birth of Sergiu Rădăuțanu, the first rector of the Technical University, the National Bank of Moldova (BNM) celebrates his legacy with a commemorative silver coin.

Glock 19 remains in Army use; Defense Minister comments on Balti incident

The Ministry of Defense has no plans to abandon the Glock 19 pistol despite an incident in which a soldier was injured on June 16 at a training center in Balti. Minister Anatolie Nosatîi stated on Wednesday that the Glock 19 is a high-performance, state-of-the-art weapon used by many Western armies, and attributed the incident to human error.

Identity document required for SIM card activation

Starting now, individuals must present an identity document to activate prepaid SIM and eSIM cards under new government-approved regulations. This measure aims to verify identities during activation to help combat fraud and the use of mobile telephony services anonymously. However, it does not limit the free sale of SIM cards in stores.

“Forța Fermierilor” issues ultimatum: Farmers will protest with equipment on June 24

The Council of the "Forța Fermierilor" Association decided to organize a large regional protest featuring agricultural equipment on June 24. This decision comes in response to the lack of dialogue regarding the association's demands submitted to the Ministries of Agriculture and Finance.

SIS warns: Russian services collect Moldovans’ data for scams

The special services of the Russian Federation are extensively collecting personal data from Moldovan citizens for use in fraud operations, according to a warning issued by the Intelligence and Security Service (SIS).

Moldova wins four medals at European Physics Olympiad in Sweden

The Olympic team from the Republic of Moldova achieved remarkable success at the European Physics Olympiad held from June 12 to 16, 2026, in Gothenburg, Sweden. The team won a total of four medals: one gold, two silver, and one bronze. This impressive performance was accomplished by four students from Chisinau, competing against approximately 200 participants from 43 countries, as reported by the Ministry of Education and Research (MEC).

Only one in ten Moldovan localities has sewage; water access remains a priority

In the Republic of Moldova, about 65% of localities are connected to water supply systems; however, access to sewage services remains significantly lower. According to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) for 2025, only 109 villages and 55 cities have access to public sewage systems. Over the past year, the number of localities connected to these services increased by just 6%.

Moldovans “without religion”: Number increased 70 times in a decade

In the Republic of Moldova, after the significant majority of individuals identifying as Orthodox Christians (94.3%), the second-largest group is people without a declared religion, accounting for 1.5% of the population (approximately 37,000 individuals).

Surplus hides deep systemic risks in Moldova welfare system

Moldova’s parliament completed its review of the 2025 social security budget, exposing severe structural vulnerabilities behind a nominal financial surplus.

Moldova faces labor union pressure over EU-aligned wage reform

The National Trade Union Confederation of Moldova (CNSM) urged President Maia Sandu and Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu on Tuesday, June 16, to fast-track public consultations on the country's new public sector salary law.

Moldova time-use survey reveals deep systemic gender gaps

The National Bureau of Statistics (BNS) released its latest Time Use Survey data on Tuesday, June 16. The official report indicates that Moldovan women continue to shoulder the bulk of unpaid domestic labor.