Moldova will open information office for Creative Europe Project applications

The Republic of Moldova will be able to access European funds for cultural projects after it joins the European Union's "Creative Europe" Program on January 1, 2026. To help facilitate access to this program, the authorities in Chișinău will establish an information office, as announced by Andrei Chistol, the head of the section at the Ministry of Culture.

Government launches renewable energy registry to boost market development

Installers of systems utilizing renewable energy sources (RES) will be registered in a dedicated registry. They will be required to submit a list of completed projects and their beneficiaries to the National Center for Sustainable Energy (CNED) every six months. This measure is outlined in a government-approved regulation dated January 14 and aims to align the national framework with European requirements.

Over 74,000 Transnistrian residents have medical insurance on the right bank of the Nistru

Tens of thousands of residents of the Transnistrian region receive treatment and compensated medicines in hospitals and clinics on the right bank of the Nistru. According to authorities, 74,500 Moldovan citizens living on the left bank hold medical insurance within the national system. Many of them, including children, pensioners, and vulnerable people, receive coverage paid by the state.

CFM employees placed on forced leave. They return to work in early February

The forced leave at the state enterprise Calea Ferată din Moldova (CFM) was extended. The measure affects more than a thousand employees who, after staying home for two weeks, were told they would return to work only at the beginning of next month. During this period, they receive half of their salary.

Public Broadcaster will modernize equipment with 21 million lei Japanese grant

The company Teleradio-Moldova (TRM) will upgrade its audiovisual equipment through purchases funded by a grant from Japan. The draft ratification of the agreement was approved on January 14 at the Executive meeting in Chisinau.

Hâncești farm incident: 70 pigs slaughtered

A total of 70 pigs were slaughtered at an illegal farm in the village of Boghiceni, Hâncești district. According to the village mayor, Ion Zoină, the farm was operating without proper authorization.

Comrat patient deaths: three doctors at risk of prison

Three doctors from the Gagauzia Autonomous Region are facing up to three years in prison for alleged malpractice that resulted in the death of two patients. The Prosecutor General's Office has announced that it has submitted two criminal cases to court against these doctors, who are accused of failing to adhere to medical rules and procedures.

Government approves France–Moldova volunteering program for young Europeans

The Republic of Moldova and France are initiating an international volunteering program in enterprises, which will offer young people from the European Economic Area, including France, the opportunity to complete professional internships in Moldova. These activities will take place at the branches of French companies within Moldova or at their partner organizations. The agreement was approved by the Government during a meeting on January 14.

Ukrainian stopped at border with six suspected gold bars

At the Palanca customs post, six bars believed to be gold were found in the luggage of a 48-year-old Ukrainian citizen. The individual was one of the 36 passengers on a bus preparing to enter the Republic of Moldova.

Illegal weapons seized in Ialoveni poaching case

Police raided the homes of two men from the Ialoveni district who were suspected of poaching. During the raid, they discovered illegally owned weapons, ammunition, and other tools allegedly used for illegal hunting.

MEC launches a video contest promoting community traditions and values

Young people both within the country and in the diaspora are encouraged to participate in the National Video Essay Contest titled "Discover My Community," launched by the Ministry of Education and Research. The competition will run from January 9 to February 9, 2026, and is designed for individuals who wish to promote the values and heritage of their communities of origin.

NATO Chief: 5% GDP for Defense is a necessity as Arctic security deteriorates

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte warned that the era of European reliance on U.S. military spending has ended, calling a 5% GDP defense threshold a "strategic necessity."