Moscow pushes for 5+2 format revival as Moldova and Ukraine signal its death

The Russian Federation is formally demanding the unconditional resumption of the "5+2" negotiating format for the Transnistrian settlement. However, both Moldova and Ukraine have rejected the proposal, labeling the platform obsolete in the current geopolitical climate.

Moldovan expert Ana Racu elected Vice-Chair of UN Committee Against Torture

The United Nations Committee Against Torture (CAT) unanimously elected Ana Racu as its Vice-Chairperson during its session on April 13, 2026.

Moldova strengthens US ties through tariff elimination and energy security pacts

A high-level Moldovan parliamentary delegation, led by Radu Marian, concluded a series of strategic meetings in Washington D.C. this week. The mission focused on reinforcing bilateral ties with the U.S. Congress to counter Russian hybrid influence and accelerate Moldova’s integration into the democratic community.

Romania welcomes Moldova’s new service for bilateral relations

The Embassy of Romania in the Republic of Moldova welcomes the Government of Chisinau's decision to create, within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAE), a service dedicated to relations with Romania. The Embassy qualifies this initiative as "a natural and welcome step in consolidating the strategic cooperation between both countries".

Ambassador Cosmin Dinescu awarded “Diplomatic Merit” medal for Moldova resilience support

Ambassador Cosmin Dinescu, the outgoing Head of the European Union Partnership Mission to the Republic of Moldova (EUPM), was awarded the Diplomatic Merit Medal, 2nd Class. The medal was presented to him on April 15 by Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi, who also serves as the Minister of Foreign Affairs. This recognition honors his contributions to enhancing cybersecurity and strengthening institutional resilience in the Republic of Moldova.

Moldova withdraws from CIS civil aviation modernization treaty

The Republic of Moldova is withdrawing from the CIS civil aviation modernisation agreement, adopted in Moscow on November 3, 1995.

Government approved Sergiu Mihov and Igor Moldovan as ambassadors to Japan and Kazakhstan

Sergiu Mihov will serve as Moldova’s ambassador to Japan, and Igor Moldovan will lead the diplomatic mission in Kazakhstan. The government approved both appointments, with the process set to conclude after the president signs the decrees.

Over 50 Moldovans illegally detained in Tiraspol; issue to be raised at Chiveri–Ignatiev meeting

The issue of citizens illegally detained on the left bank of the Nistru, including the case of Evgheni Pancioha, will be discussed at a meeting on Thursday, April 16, between political representatives from Chisinau and Tiraspol. Valeriu Chiveri, the Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, announced that the discussions will take place in Tiraspol in the "1+1" format.

Government will propose ending state of emergency

The Prime Minister, Alexandru Munteanu, confirmed that the Government will propose to Parliament the end of the state of emergency in the energy sector, stating that the measure "has achieved its purpose".

Chișinău eyes gradual reintegration in talks with Estonian officials

Reintegration policies and developments regarding the Transnistrian issue were discussed in Chisinau by Valeriu Chiveri, the Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, along with a delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia, headed by Martin Roger.

President Maia Sandu congratulates Péter Magyar on decisive election victory in Hungary

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has formally congratulated Péter Magyar and the Tisza party on their "clear victory" in the Hungarian parliamentary elections.

"1+1" talks on April 16: Chiveri and Ignatiev meet in Tiraspol

Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri is scheduled to meet next week with the political representative of Tiraspol, Vitali Ignatiev. The "1+1" talks are set to take place on April 16 at the headquarters of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Mission in the Transnistrian region.