Gagauzia’s GRT fined 30,000 lei for broadcasting manipulative Independence Day messages

The regional public media service provider, "Gagauziya Radio Televizione" (GRT), was fined 30,000 lei by the Audiovisual Council (CA) for violating legal provisions regarding the provision of accurate information to the public. This decision followed the monitoring of a festive program dedicated to Independence Day, which was broadcast live on August 27, 2025, and later published on the institution's YouTube platform.

Promo-LEX uncovers massive TikTok fake account network; trending hashtag hits 1.3M views

Promo-LEX has identified a large network of fake accounts on TikTok that are promoting misleading content during the election period. The organization reports that in just 72 hours, the hashtag #alegmoldova garnered 1.3 million views, not due to genuine support, but through a coordinated strategy.

CNA conducts new Chisinau searches over illicit campaign funding by a political party

On Friday, September 19, officers from the National Anticorruption Center (CNA), in collaboration with prosecutors from the Chisinau Municipal Prosecutor's Office, are conducting searches in Chisinau related to a case involving money laundering, electoral corruption, and illegal political financing.

Greece lifts suspension of Vladimir Plahotniuc’s extradition to Moldova; PG: "Situation unblocked"

The Greek Ministry of Justice has reversed its decision to suspend the extradition of Vladimir Plahotniuc to the Republic of Moldova, and the extradition process has now resumed, according to the Prosecutor General's Office in Chișinău. The situation was "unblocked" following discussions held on September 18 between Moldovan authorities and Greek officials. The terms and method of the former democratic leader's surrender will now be established by mutual agreement.

Netherlands accounts for 1.16% of Moldova’s trade, 10th among EU partners

The volume of bilateral trade with the Netherlands, the Republic of Moldova's tenth trading partner in the European Union, amounts to $ 146.3 million, which represents 1.16% of the country's total trade. The Netherlands, known as the "land of tulips", is a market for a diverse range of Moldovan products, from clothing and electrical transformers to wines, fruits and nuts.

Moldova, Romania, and Ukraine seek UNESCO status for Cucuteni–Tripolia culture

The Republic of Moldova, Romania and Ukraine launched, in Chisinau, a joint initiative to include the Precucuteni – Ariusd – Cucuteni – Tripolia cultural complex in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The initiative was formalized on September 18 by signing a Memorandum of Understanding by representatives of the three governments, within the framework of an international conference organized on the occasion of the European Heritage Days.

Church again involved in elections: cases reported by Promo-LEX

The legislation of the Republic of Moldova explicitly prohibits the involvement of religious groups in electoral activities. However, the latest report from the Promo-LEX Mission indicates that this issue continued during the elections held on September 28. Observers documented at least four instances of electoral agitation involving clergy or the use of places of worship, a phenomenon that has also been observed in previous elections.

Experts: Russian interference threatens the integrity of elections in the Republic of Moldova

The Republic of Moldova is currently facing an unprecedented wave of disinformation and electoral corruption orchestrated by the Russian Federation. This campaign aims to create chaos, undermine trust in the authorities, and hinder the country’s European aspirations, according to experts. In a special edition of Moldova 1, Valeriu Pașa, president of the WatchDog.MD Community, and Romanian journalist Cătălin Gomboș urged Moldovan citizens to remain vigilant and to engage in civic resistance during the electoral period. They emphasized the importance of taking responsibility on election day.

Prut bridge linking Moldova and Romania will open by end of next year

Construction work on the future bridge over the Prut, which will connect the city of Ungheni in the Republic of Moldova with Ungheni in Romania, is progressing according to schedule. The goal is to have the bridge operational by the end of next year. The project’s progress was reviewed by Mircea Păscăluță, the Secretary of State for Transport, and his Romanian counterpart, Irinel Ionel Scrioșteanu.

Heart health starts with prevention: tests assess 10-year cardiovascular risk

Cardiologists assert that tests exist to evaluate the risk of developing cardiovascular disease over the next 10 years, considering factors such as age, sex, blood pressure, cholesterol levels, diabetes, and smoking habits.

Moldova ready for 2025–2026 heating season: coal and gas secured, electricity next

The Republic of Moldova is prepared for the 2025–2026 heating season, according to Prime Minister Dorin Recean. He highlighted that the country has secured uninterrupted natural gas supplies. "We have ensured the security of natural gas supplies," the Prime Minister stated during a meeting of the Government Commission for Coordinating Winter Preparation Measures.

EU takes new step to remove customs duties on Moldovan fruits, grape juice, tomatoes, and garlic

On Thursday, September 18, the European Union decided to support the removal of customs duties on seven agricultural products from the Republic of Moldova. This decision aims to strengthen bilateral trade relations. The products affected include plums, table grapes, apples, tomatoes, garlic, cherries, and grape juice. Although these items have already been exported to the EU market, they have not yet enjoyed full liberalisation.