Moldova President slams Taliban delegation visa misstep

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has described the issuance of entry visas to a Taliban-led Afghan Agriculture Ministry delegation as "disgraceful," calling for disciplinary sanctions against the responsible officials.

Moldova investigates entry of banned South Ossetian envoy

Moldovan authorities have no official record of Vitali Iankovski—a representative of the breakaway region of South Ossetia banned from entering Moldova until 2031—crossing through government-controlled border checkpoints. President Maia Sandu confirmed that law enforcement agencies are currently investigating how he reached Tiraspol.

Popșoi on the Afghan delegation: "There's a difference between legality and opportunity"

The issuance of visas for the Ministry of Agriculture delegation in Afghanistan followed legal procedures. However, it revealed issues related to political expediency and coordination among institutions. This statement was made by Mihai Popșoi, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, who noted that preliminary checks did not uncover any legal violations.

CEC moves to validate new MP to replace Victoria Belous in Parliament

On August 4, the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) proposed to the Constitutional Court the validation of Victor Mătrăgună's deputy mandate. Mătrăgună is an alternate candidate on the list of the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) and will replace Victoria Belous in the Legislative Assembly. Belous has taken on the role of Minister of Finance for the second time.

PM calls Taliban delegation's arrival in Moldova “an error of assessment”

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan describes the situation regarding the visit of a delegation from Afghanistan to the Republic of Moldova as "embarrassing and unacceptable." He states that its approval was "an error of evaluation and institutional coordination."

Moldova's Tofan government targets EU integration and reform

The newly formed Moldovan government under Prime Minister Vasile Tofan has launched an ambitious reform agenda. However, experts warn that its success depends entirely on reforming public administration, strengthening state institutions, and translating European Union support into concrete benefits for citizens.

Igor Grosu on public sector salaries: "We must correct the imbalances"

Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu stated in an interview with Moldpres that discussions regarding exaggerated salaries in the public sector and the need to address imbalances in the system should be carefully considered. He emphasized that these discussions must not negatively impact areas where the state directly competes with the private sector.

Maia Sandu, Markus Söder announce new Moldovan-Bavarian economic commission

The Republic of Moldova and the German state of Bavaria will establish an intergovernmental commission for economic cooperation, aimed at stimulating investments, trade and collaboration in areas such as industry, agriculture and modern technologies. The announcement was made by the President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, and the Prime Minister of the state of Bavaria, Markus Söder, during a joint press conference held on July 31 in Chisinau.

Romania backs Moldova EU entry as PM Tofan holds Bucharest talks

Romanian President Nicușor Dan reaffirmed full support for the Republic of Moldova’s accession to the European Union during high-level meetings at Cotroceni Palace on Thursday, July 30.

Moldova PM Vasile Tofan makes first official visit to Romania

Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan arrived in Bucharest on Thursday, July 30, marking his first official foreign trip since taking office.

Victoria Belous resigns from parliament to stay finance minister

Moldovan Finance Minister Victoria Belous has submitted her resignation as a Member of Parliament, effective July 31. The decision follows her appointment to lead the Finance Ministry in the newly sworn-in cabinet of Prime Minister Vasile Tofan on July 22.

Moldovan PM delays agriculture minister pick after Musteața exit

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan confirmed that the government will take its time before appointing a new Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry following the resignation of Radu Musteața. Tofan stressed that agriculture remains one of the country's most challenging portfolios, requiring extensive consultations and thorough candidate vetting.