DOR Camp brings together young people from the diaspora

Though they have left the Republic of Moldova, they have not forgotten their roots. Recently, 120 children and adolescents who have settled abroad returned home to participate in a new edition of the DOR camp. Over the course of a week, they will engage in workshops, games, and interactive activities designed to help them discover the traditions, culture, and customs of their homeland.

Moldova's electricity demand fully covered for Aug. 7

Moldova's electricity demand is fully covered for Aug. 7, Energocom says, after the state-owned energy trader purchased 13,561 MWh to meet national demand. President Maia Sandu has warned, however, that power cuts cannot be ruled out depending on electricity availability on external markets and consumption during peak hours.

New suspect detained in $400,000 bribery case

Another suspect has been detained in a case involving an alleged $400,000 bribe. The man is suspected of facilitating the transfer of $60,000 through electronic wallets.

August has the most road accidents: Police explain why the risk increases

August is the month with the highest number of road accidents in the Republic of Moldova. This increase can be attributed to several factors, including a rise in the number of vehicles on the road, vacation travel, and a lack of adherence to traffic rules.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan to sign defense pact

The leaders of Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan are meeting in Jeddah on Friday, Aug. 7, to formalize a landmark regional defense agreement.

BNM transfers €46 million to Moldova’s state budget

The National Bank of Moldova (BNM) has transferred €46.4 million (approx. MDL 910.41 million) to the state budget following the completion of its 2025 financial year. The amount represents half of the bank’s profit available for distribution, while the other half has been allocated to increase its statutory capital.

Chisinau Airport faces peak traffic over double its capacity

Chișinău "Eugen Doga" International Airport is experiencing record passenger volumes this August during the peak summer holiday season.

Moldova postpones public sector pay hikes amid tax reform review

The implementation of Moldova's new public sector wage law has been postponed indefinitely. Consequently, the salary increases for public employees previously scheduled for September 1 have been put on hold.President Maia Sandu announced the decision on August 6 during a broadcast on Jurnal TV.

Moldova urges diaspora to back EU accession and return home

President Maia Sandu and Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu have urged the Moldovan diaspora to actively champion the nation's European integration and consider returning home permanently. The appeal was made at the Diaspora Forum in Chișinău on August 7, held as part of the month-long Diaspora Days 2026.

Moldovan farmers reject proposed 12% VAT rate

Moldovan grain and oilseed producers have rejected a Ministry of Finance proposal to increase the agricultural value-added tax (VAT) from 8% to 12%. The Farmers' Force Association warned that this relative 50% tax increase could mark a critical breaking point, triggering widespread bankruptcies among small and medium-sized farms.

Moldova targets 25% electric fleet by 2030 with €60M mobility plan

The Republic of Moldova aims to convert at least 25% of its nationwide vehicle fleet to electric and plug-in hybrid models by 2030. Under the newly drafted National Electric Mobility Program 2030, the government also plans to deploy at least 500 functional public charging points and cut road transport emissions by 15%.

Moldova warns of power price hikes as Danube levels drop

Moldova faces potential electricity price increases if procurement costs on regional markets continue to surpass levels embedded in current tariffs, President Maia Sandu warned during a television broadcast.