Moldova tests 55,000 students in national exam pilot

Approximately 55,000 students across Moldova began national exam simulations today. The testing period, organised by the Ministry of Education and Research (MEC), runs from 23 March to 3 April.

Smart tech bridges educational gap for Moldovan children with disabilities

A strategic partnership between the Czech Government and local authorities is transforming inclusive education in rural Moldova. At the Ion Luca Caragiale High School in Orhei, a specialized resource center is now utilizing advanced assistive technology to integrate children with autism and speech impairments into the formal school system.

Chisinau hosts 3rd Black Sea Security Conference under International Crimea Platform

The Republic of Moldova is hosting the third edition of the Black Sea Security Conference today, an elite gathering held under the auspices of the International Crimea Platform.

Dead birds spotted on the Nistru near Pohrebea

Dead birds were spotted on the surface of the Nistru River, near the village of Pohrebea, Dubăsari district. It is unclear whether their deaths are related to the pollution of the Nistru, but Environmental Inspectors went to the scene to investigate.

IGP chief: Fewer corruption cases, but the problem persists

Corruption in the police system of the Republic of Moldova has decreased in recent years, but it has not been eliminated, and isolated cases continue to be documented. The head of the General Police Inspectorate, Viorel Cernăuțeanu, says that the phenomenon remains influenced by the human factor and by conditions within the system, including the low level of salaries.

IGP Chief Viorel Cernăuțeanu: “I feared for my family” after 2024 attack

Chief of the General Police Inspectorate, Viorel Cernăuțeanu, was the target of an assassination attempt in 2024. He spoke about this episode in an interview, where he revealed that the threats also targeted his family.

Sculeni customs crowded; authorities suggest alternative routes

Customs Service reports heavy outbound traffic at Sculeni crossing due to surge in passengers and vehicles

World Water Day: Environment Minister stresses water’s vital role as source of life

On World Water Day, marked on March 22, the Republic of Moldova reaffirms its commitment to the protection and sustainable management of water resources. The Minister of Environment, Gheorghe Hajder, noted that during this period, the importance of water is highlighted not only as a resource, but also as an essential element for life, safety and balance.

shorten it Moldova and Romania universities rank modestly in QS Europe 2026, below top Western institutions.

Two universities from Moldova, Moldova State University and Technical University of Moldova, appear in the QS Europe 2026 ranking, but hold modest positions near the end of the list. Top institutions from the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and France continue to dominate the ranking, achieving the highest academic and research results.

Cultural sector affected by lack of funding and outdated infrastructure. Jardan: “I hope we reach better salary levels”

Moldova’s cultural sector continues to suffer from insufficient investment, deteriorated infrastructure, and salaries that fail to retain specialists, despite budget increases recently. Culture Minister Cristian Jardan says that without stronger state intervention, the sector risks losing even more human resources.

Solidarity marathon in a Chișinău park: “Tuberculosis can be defeated”

Dozens of people joined a solidarity marathon on Saturday, March 21, at “Valea Trandafirilor” Park in Chișinău to send a clear message: tuberculosis can be defeated through unity and joint action. Organizers held the event amid concerns that the disease remains a serious public health issue, highly contagious and potentially fatal if untreated.

Students skip classes for a day to volunteer for reforestation

Students from the National Institute of Justice skipped classes for a day and went to the field to help reforest the country. On a plot of land near the village of Pervomaisc, in Căușeni district, they planted over 3,300 acacia saplings on an area of approximately 1.2 hectares. The future prosecutors and judges say that, beyond their chosen profession, they also want to help protect the environment, and the planted trees could start bearing fruit in the coming years.