Ukraine seeks US anti-ballistic missile licenses at G7

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump discussed strategic defense co-production and peace prospects at the G7 summit in Évian, France. The bilateral talks focused on securing manufacturing licenses for anti-ballistic missiles to bolster Ukraine's long-term air defense capabilities.

Former Zimbru goalkeeper goes viral after Spain draw

Former Zimbru Chisinau goalkeeper Vozinha became a global social media sensation following Cape Verde’s 0-0 draw against Spain at the World Cup. The 40-year-old goalkeeper was named player of the match after delivering multiple outstanding saves.

Surplus hides deep systemic risks in Moldova welfare system

Moldova’s parliament completed its review of the 2025 social security budget, exposing severe structural vulnerabilities behind a nominal financial surplus.

Metsola orders ethics probe into MEP Kartheiser over Russia ties

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola has launched an ethics probe into Luxembourgish MEP Fernand Kartheiser.

Moldova steps up EU integration focus with new Parliament strategy

The Standing Bureau of Moldova's Parliament approved a new institutional communication strategy on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

Digital election spending jumps 39% as Moldova updates electoral law

Chisinau hosted the 10th regional "Money in Politics" conference on June 16, 2026, gathering experts from Romania, Albania, Poland, Ukraine, and North Macedonia. The two-day forum focuses on tracking digital financial flows, virtual currencies, and their rising influence on democratic processes.

Moldova faces labor union pressure over EU-aligned wage reform

The National Trade Union Confederation of Moldova (CNSM) urged President Maia Sandu and Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu on Tuesday, June 16, to fast-track public consultations on the country's new public sector salary law.

Moldova time-use survey reveals deep systemic gender gaps

The National Bureau of Statistics (BNS) released its latest Time Use Survey data on Tuesday, June 16. The official report indicates that Moldovan women continue to shoulder the bulk of unpaid domestic labor.

Moldova's trade deficit widens amid rising imports in 2026

Moldova’s trade deficit reached €2.2 billion (approx. 43.12 billion MDL) in the first four months of 2026, marking a 3.3% increase compared to the same period in 2025. While export volumes continue to grow, they remain insufficient to counterbalance the surging demand for imports.

Moldovan and Polish MPs target EU ties and regional security

Moldovan and Polish lawmakers gathered in Warsaw on Tuesday, June 16, for the 11th session of the bilateral Parliamentary Assembly. The Sejm, the lower house of the Polish parliament, is hosting the high-level event.

Moldova advances EU Cluster 1 accession talks in Luxembourg

Moldova has advanced its European integration agenda, marking a pivotal step as accession negotiations commence for Cluster 1: Fundamental Values. Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu utilized high-level meetings in Luxembourg to secure continued strategic support from the European Investment Bank (EIB) and strengthen bilateral ties.

Moldova opens EU accession talks on fundamental values cluster

Moldova advanced its European integration framework on Monday, June 15, as Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu attended the official opening of EU accession negotiations in Luxembourg.