PM Alexandru Munteanu at Davos: Moldova is a secure destination for strategic investment

Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu and Deputy PM Eugeniu Osmochescu are representing the Republic of Moldova at the 56th World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos. The delegation aims to bolster dialogue with international partners and attract new strategic investments to the country.

Moldova’s MF completes €5.3 million bond redemption for retail investors

The Ministry of Finance has successfully reimbursed over 104 million MDL to citizens who purchased government bonds through the evms.md platform. This milestone marks the completion of the first full investment cycle conducted via the state's digital infrastructure.

Polish diaspora in Soroca strengthens cultural ties through free language courses

Dozens of young people in Soroca, Moldova, are reconnecting with their ancestral heritage through free Polish language courses organized by the Polish Union. These classes serve as a vital link to their family history while offering concrete professional advantages.

Fewer bureaucrats, better services: Moldova’s plan to merge local town halls

The Moldovan government has launched a new round of public consultations to accelerate the consolidation of local administrations. Secretary General Alexei Buzu announced on Tuesday that the reform aims to replace fragmented bureaucracy with resilient municipal hubs capable of delivering high-quality public services.

Moldova to complete railway unbundling and restructuring by mid-2026

The Republic of Moldova is set to finalize a comprehensive restructuring of its state-owned railway, Calea Ferată a Moldovei (CFM), by the first half of 2026.

Moldova blocks 5.5-ton tea shipment over toxic pesticide levels

Aproape 5.5 tone de ceai destinate consumatorilor din R. Moldova au fost reținute la frontieră, după ce analizele de laborator au demonstrat că produsul nu respectă standardele de siguranță alimentară. Agenția Națională pentru Siguranța Alimentelor (ANSA) a dispus returnarea lotului de ceai către producător.

Digital extortion: Man gets 12 years for €34,000 blackmail scheme against woman in Italy

A 34-year-old man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after extorting €34,000 (approx. 666,400 MDL) from a woman over a six-year period. The defendant used sexually explicit images to blackmail the victim, even forcing her to purchase a vehicle for him following his release from a previous jail term.

Former Moldova special ops chief flees to Hungary after prison sentence

Valeriu Cojocaru, the former head of Moldova’s Special Operations Directorate (DOS), confirmed he is currently in Hungary after being sentenced to three years in prison on January 19.

Moldova to restore Chisinau’s iconic Triumphal Arch after decades of decay

Moldovan authorities have announced an extensive restoration project for the Triumphal Arch in central Chisinau, allocating €255,000 (approx. 5 million MDL) to repair the structural damage accumulated over decades.

Bulgarian President Radev resigns ahead of term, fueling new party rumors

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev announced his resignation on Monday, January 19, nearly a year before his mandate was set to expire in January 2027.

World Jewish Congress rallies global support for #WeRemember campaign

The World Jewish Congress (WJC) has officially launched its annual #WeRemember international campaign to mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27. The global initiative seeks to honor the victims of the Shoah while highlighting the rising dangers of antisemitism, hatred, and historical revisionism.

Brussels debates digital age of consent amid rising deepfake and mental health concerns

The European Parliament is convening this Tuesday, January 20, to debate a standardized EU-wide social media age limit of 16. The proposal aims to curb AI-generated deepfakes and sexual exploitation while mandating parental consent for users aged 13 to 16.