New accessibility standards adopted for digital products, banking and transport

Products sold and services provided in the Republic of Moldova will have to comply, starting with January 1, 2028, with the same accessibility requirements applied in the European space. The provisions are part of a draft law voted by the Parliament in the first reading. The sanctioning mechanism for non-compliance with these requirements will be applied after the accession of the Republic of Moldova to the European Union.

Joint declaration supports Moldova and Ukraine's European integration

The General Inspectorate of the Border Police hosted the inaugural meeting of the heads of border authorities from the Republic of Moldova, Latvia, Lithuania, and Ukraine from July 21 to 23. During this meeting, a joint declaration was signed to cooperate and support the integration process of the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine into the European Union.

Almost 2,500 Transnistrian economic agents registered with ASP

As of the end of the first semester of 2026, the number of economic agents registered with the Public Services Agency (ASP) in the Transnistrian region is nearing 2,500. Specifically, there are 2,492 companies listed in the agency's records, including 461 permanently registered and 2,031 provisionally registered.

CALM urges Tofan Government to abolish districts

The Congress of Local Authorities of Moldova (CALM) is urging the government to begin the process of amending the Constitution to eliminate districts. CALM views the current district structure as outdated and expensive, lacking genuine authority. Representatives from CALM argue that this reform would enable more efficient allocation of resources to local communities.

'Professions of the Future' brings robotics and 3D printing to schools

Beginning this fall, students from 108 schools across the country will gain access to modern equipment that will enable them to experiment with digital sensors, build and program robots, and create objects using 3D printers. This initiative represents an investment of approximately 4.8 million lei, funded with support from the World Bank and the Global Partnership for Education.

CNAM covers 118 million lei in June e-prescription costs

In June, over 170 thousand individuals benefited from reimbursed medicines and medical devices prescribed through the automated information system "ePrescription". During this period, contracted pharmacies received approximately 118 million lei for the dispensed products.

Agriculture minister quits two days after Tofan Government inauguration

The Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry, Radu Musteața, announced his resignation on Friday, July 24, just two days after the new Government was inaugurated. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan confirmed the resignation, stating that he had accepted the minister's request to step down.

New malpractice law to compensate patients for medical errors

For nearly two decades, the Republic of Moldova has been deliberating the implementation of a malpractice law, which addresses cases where patients suffer due to medical errors or negligence. After several unsuccessful attempts, the current legislature has successfully developed a legislative framework that defines specific rules for compensating affected patients and clarifying the responsibilities involved.

Domestic violence claimed 21 lives in 2025

In 2025, the Republic of Moldova reported 71 cases of domestic violence, which resulted in 21 fatalities. The aggressors in these cases included both men and women. Additionally, nine criminal cases were initiated based on 68 instances of violence that led to serious and particularly severe consequences.

Moldova secures €10 million grant to combat HIV and tuberculosis

The government will receive a non-refundable grant of 10 million euros to support programs aimed at preventing and controlling HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections, and tuberculosis. This funding will cover the costs associated with prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care for affected individuals on both sides of the Nistru.

VIDEO | German fills his home in Moldova with rescued cats

A man from Germany, who has been living in the Republic of Moldova for five years, has converted his home in the village of Blindesti, Ungheni district, into a shelter. Jerry Knoll takes care of over 100 abandoned cats and 26 dogs.

Only six of 25 drug manufacturers remain in Moldova

The existing formula for determining the producer price of medicines does not align with current economic and geopolitical realities. At present, prices are calculated based on countries such as India and China, where production conditions differ significantly from those in the Republic of Moldova. Industry representatives argue that this pricing mechanism has led to a decline in the number of domestic drug manufacturers, dropping from 25 to just six over the past three decades.