Moldova allocates €7 million to community health as home care visits surge in 2025

Moldova’s National Health Insurance Company (CNAM) has allocated over €7.04 million (approx. 138 million MDL) to community and home-based medical assistance in 2025. This funding surge targets home-based care, mental health services, and youth-friendly health initiatives.

National Bank of Moldova issues silver coin commemorating victims of 1946-1947 Soviet-induced famine

The National Bank of Moldova (NBM) has officially released a new silver commemorative coin titled "In memoriam: The 1946-1947 Famine in Bessarabia." The issue marks a solemn tribute to the victims of a tragedy orchestrated by the Soviet regime.

Moldova and Romania restore strategic Cantemir-Fălciu railway link after 30-year hiatus

A high-level diplomatic delegation will inaugurate the restored Cantemir–Fălciu railway segment on April 22. The round-trip journey from Prut-2 (Moldova) to Fălciu (Romania) marks the official resumption of traffic on a strategic line that has remained inactive for over three decades.

Moldova to close legal loopholes facilitating judicial evasion to Transnistria

Moldovan Speaker of the Parliament, Igor Grosu, has announced that legislative amendments designed to prevent defendants from fleeing before sentencing will be adopted as a matter of priority.

Moldova commemorates 80 years since state-engineered famine under Soviet regime

Moldova observed a national day of mourning on April 16 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the 1946–1947 famine. Local communities across the country held religious services and floral tributes to honor the hundreds of thousands of lives lost during the catastrophe.

New digital service: online waste environmental permit for businesses

Environmental authorization for waste management can now be obtained online, following the complete digitalization and integration of the service into government platforms, as announced by the authorities.

€150K student platform offers free digital resources

Students, parents, and teachers will have free access to digital educational resources, including electronic textbooks and instructional videos, through a dedicated platform. The authorities plan to launch this platform by the end of June, and its concept received approval from the Government during the April 15 meeting.

National mourning in Moldova; Gheorghe Urschi’s testament

April 15 was declared a day of national mourning in the Republic of Moldova in honour of the late master Gheorghe Urschi. On this day, the national flag will be flown at half-mast at all institutions across the country and at diplomatic and consular missions abroad, acknowledging master Gheorghe Urschi's significant contributions to our culture and national identity. The funeral ceremony will be held at the "Nicolae Sulac" National Palace, and the so-called "King of Humor" will be laid to rest at the Central Cemetery on Armenească str.

Tens of thousands of medical certificates online

More than 50,000 sick leave certificates were issued online within less than a month of the system's launch, according to Nicoleta Colomeeț, the director of the Electronic Governance Agency, during "Pe făța" show on Moldova 1. She acknowledged that the widespread adoption of the platform revealed several shortcomings that necessitated some adjustments.

Moldova will launch digital ID wallet for easier access to services

The Republic of Moldova is set to introduce a digital identity wallet that meets European Union standards. This new wallet will enable citizens to identify themselves remotely and access online public services more easily. This was announced by Nicoleta Colomeeț, the director of the Electronic Governance Agency, during the "Pe Față" show on Moldova 1.

More services online: public service digitalization exceeds 65%

More than 65% of public services in the Republic of Moldova have been digitalized, and for services aimed at the business sector, this rate is approximately 76%. This information was shared by Nicoleta Colomeeț, the director of the Electronic Governance Agency, during "Pe Față" show on Moldova 1. She highlighted that the government's goal is not only to expand digitalization but also to simplify services, making them quicker to access and reducing their overall number.

Farewell to Gheorghe Urschi at St. Theodora of Sihla Church

The Republic of Moldova bids farewell to master Gheorghe Urschi. The vigil service for the esteemed artist is being held at the "Saint Teodora de la Sihla" Church.