CFM employees placed on forced leave. They return to work in early February

The forced leave at the state enterprise Calea Ferată din Moldova (CFM) was extended. The measure affects more than a thousand employees who, after staying home for two weeks, were told they would return to work only at the beginning of next month. During this period, they receive half of their salary.

Public Broadcaster will modernize equipment with 21 million lei Japanese grant

The company Teleradio-Moldova (TRM) will upgrade its audiovisual equipment through purchases funded by a grant from Japan. The draft ratification of the agreement was approved on January 14 at the Executive meeting in Chisinau.

Illegal weapons seized in Ialoveni poaching case

Police raided the homes of two men from the Ialoveni district who were suspected of poaching. During the raid, they discovered illegally owned weapons, ammunition, and other tools allegedly used for illegal hunting.

MEC launches a video contest promoting community traditions and values

Young people both within the country and in the diaspora are encouraged to participate in the National Video Essay Contest titled "Discover My Community," launched by the Ministry of Education and Research. The competition will run from January 9 to February 9, 2026, and is designed for individuals who wish to promote the values and heritage of their communities of origin.

Moldova plans to sign social security agreements with Slovakia and Canada in 2026

In 2025, the Republic of Moldova took a significant step in its European integration process by becoming the first candidate country for EU accession to sign an agreement with the European Labour Authority (ELA). Simultaneously, Moldova expanded its network of social security agreements to ensure that Moldovans who have worked legally abroad can access their pension and social benefits rights. This information was shared by Natalia Plugaru, the Minister of Labor and Social Protection, in an interview with the Moldpres agency.

Moldovan artists in Vienna; scholarship internships announced in Austria

In 2026, Austria will provide artists from the Republic of Moldova with the opportunity to undertake scholarship-based internships at cultural institutions and in relevant artistic projects in Vienna. The Austrian Ambassador to Chisinau, Stella Avallone, highlighted the Focus International Moldova 2026 project as one of the key initiatives shaping Moldovan-Austrian cooperation. She emphasized that the bilateral relations between the two countries have become increasingly dynamic in recent years.

Modern upgrades for 400 schools and kindergartens in Moldova. World Bank allocates $3.61 million

Two hundred kindergartens and 200 schools in the Republic of Moldova were equipped with new furniture, equipment and teaching materials. The investments made exceed the amount of 3.61 million dollars, money allocated by the World Bank through the "Improving the Quality of Education" project.

Fire in an apartment building in the Rîșcani district. Five fire crews on site

A fire broke out shortly ago in an apartment building on Alecu Russo Street in the Rîșcani district of Chisinau. Fire crews responded at the scene.

Elderly woman burned to death in Lipcani after flames caught her at the doorstep

An 81-year-old woman from Lipcani village in the Briceni district died after being burned alive in a fire in her home. Firefighters discovered her partially charred body on the doorstep of her residence.

OFFICIAL | 1,600 deceased Moldovans repatriated in five years; cost revealed

Migration has not only changed the employment landscape for Moldovans, but it has also impacted their ability to cope with the loss of loved ones. Between 2020 and 2025, more than 1,600 Moldovan citizens died while abroad. The process of repatriating their remains has become a financial burden for families and a frequent responsibility for authorities.

Airport congestion: Passengers advised to arrive three hours before their flight

There is significant congestion at "Eugen Doga" International Airport in Chisinau, where passengers are expressing dissatisfaction over unbearable crowding. The airport administration is advising travelers to arrive at the terminal at least three hours prior to their flight.

Foreign citizen detained with 88 undeclared vials at the airport

He planned to fly from Chisinau to Bratislava with 88 vials of an unidentified substance. A 31-year-old Slovak citizen is under investigation by law enforcement and faces sanctions.