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.

CNAM Launches ‘Ana’ AI virtual assistant for healthcare access

The National Health Insurance Company (CNAM) has launched “Ana,” an AI-driven virtual assistant integrated into its official web portal. This initiative marks a strategic move to digitize public healthcare services in Moldova.

Rising childhood myopia: expert guide to digital strain and prevention

Pediatric ophthalmologists are reporting a concerning surge in childhood myopia. Experts attribute this trend to early, prolonged exposure to digital screens, exacerbated by a sedentary lifestyle.

Moldova concludes gymnasium exams for over 7,000 students

Over 7,000 students across the Republic of Moldova conclude their national gymnasium examinations on Monday, June 15. The final test focuses on Romanian language and literature.

Over 100 Moldovan teachers learned the Finnish education model

Between March and May, over 100 teachers and trainers from the Republic of Moldova were trained in teaching and learning in schools, following the Finnish model.

Discover Romania: ARC Camps 2026 registration open until June 26

Students and young people from the Republic of Moldova have the opportunity to explore Romania. Registration for the 17th edition of the ARC Camp Program is open until June 26, with 9,000 free spots available across eight locations in Romania.

Stalinist deportations: Flowers and candles at the “Train of Pain” memorial

The Stalinist deportations remain a painful chapter in our history, even 85 years later. In memory of the thousands of families forced into exile in distant Siberia or Kazakhstan, flowers were laid at the "Train of Pain" monument on June 13. Attendees at the rally shared stories of their grandparents and great-grandparents, who were, through no fault of their own, central figures in one of the most tragic episodes of our nation’s past.