Ilan Shor's controversial war zone amusement park project

Ilan Shor, who was sentenced to 15 years in prison for bank fraud and is currently hiding in Moscow from the Moldovan justice system, has announced a “large-scale project” in the Russian Federation. His company, A7, is reportedly constructing an amusement park in the Kursk region, an area that is often affected by alerts and attacks due to its proximity to the front lines.

Three room homes dominate Moldova. One third lack water and sewer access

The area of ​​the housing stock in the Republic of Moldova was, on January 1, 2026, about 93.3 million square meters, equivalent to over 93 square kilometers. For a visual comparison, the total area of ​​all housing in the country exceeds the combined territory of three microstates: San Marino, Tuvalu and Monaco.

Romanian Universities Fair in Chișinău: Students explore study opportunities

Lyceum graduates from the Republic of Moldova had the opportunity to explore educational options at the Universities Fair held today in Chisinau. The event featured representatives from 18 university centers in Romania. Young individuals gathered information about various study programs, available scholarships, admission requirements, and opportunities for academic and professional development.

PREMIERE | Moldova wins 2nd place at FIRST Tech Challenge with student-built robot

The RoboRangers team from the Tekwill Academy Kids educational center achieved 2nd place and won the Inspire Award at the international FIRST Tech Challenge Istanbul Premier Event. This achievement marks a significant milestone for the Republic of Moldova, as it is the country's first recognition in the international FIRST Tech Challenge circuit, a global program that operates in 81 countries.

"Peace Shield 2026": Moldovan troops test operational capabilities

On Thursday, the soldiers of the 22nd Battalion "Blue Helmets" participated in tactical exercises designed to assess their readiness for international peacekeeping missions. These exercises were held at the Bulboaca Training Center and were observed by representatives from various countries. This training is part of the "Peace Shield 2026" initiative, which focuses on evaluating and certifying the national contingent for peacekeeping operations.

Agriculture Minister seeks dismissal of state secretary in corruption case: "I will not tolerate abuse or protectionism"

The Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry, Ludmila Catlabuga, announced her intention to initiate the dismissal procedure for State Secretary Tatiana Nistorică. This decision follows the actions taken by the National Anticorruption Center (CNA) and the Anticorruption Prosecutor's Office regarding a corruption case.

Ombudsman investigates train-car housing for foreign workers

The Ombudsman is investigating the case of foreign workers from Bangladesh and Nepal who are being housed in train cars. The investigation will also examine why authorities failed to take action, despite being aware of the situation since last year. The Ombudsman has raised concerns about potential violations of the right to a decent living and will review the entire chain of responsibility, including both state institutions and the employer.

Romanian Orthodox Church elects new Metropolitan of Bessarabia

The Holy Synod of the Romanian Orthodox Church elected Bishop Antonie of Balti as the new Archbishop of Chisinau and Metropolitan of Bessarabia on Thursday, July 2. The official decision was announced by Basilica News Agency, the official press outlet of the Romanian Patriarchate.

Moldova updates child welfare law amid lower adoption rates

The Moldovan parliament approved the first reading of a comprehensive draft law on July 2 to reinforce child protection mechanisms and address systemic imbalances in the national adoption ecosystem. The legislative package introduces stringent background screening for professionals working with minors and accelerates legal timelines for termination of parental rights.

Moldova 112 system to integrate automatic EU eCall alerts

The Moldovan parliament approved amendments in its first reading to integrate automated vehicle crash alerts into the national 112 emergency system. The legislative draft formally introduces the eCall framework, aligning domestic emergency response with European Union interoperability standards.

Moldova launches first voluntary pension fund to boost capital market

The newly launched voluntary pension fund in the Republic of Moldova has attracted more than 100 participants during its initial rollout phase. Total accumulated contributions have already crossed €25,510 (approx. 500,000 MDL).

Chisinau builds €331k park-and-ride facility to ease city traffic

Municipal authorities in Chisinau have finalized plans to construct a new commuter park-and-ride facility in the western Buiucani district. The infrastructure project will operate on Codrilor Street, situated directly at the strategic urban entrance from the Balcani Highway.