EU pledges support for Moldovan farmers, citing strong potential

The agri-food sector in the Republic of Moldova has significant potential to offer to the European Union market, and it is crucial for it to become as competitive as possible. This perspective was expressed by Christophe Hansen, the European Commissioner for Agriculture and Food, during his official visit to Chisinau. Hansen noted that Moldovan wine and fruits are already well-known and appreciated by consumers within the EU.

Imports accounted for over 78% of Energocom’s August energy purchases

Energocom purchased approximately 331.3 thousand MWh of electricity in August 2025, sourced from both domestic and imported origins, at a weighted average price of 121.17 euros per MWh.

Eighth Bookfest showcases newest titles

The most prominent publishing houses from Romania and the Republic of Moldova will participate in the Bookfest International Book Fair, which is being held for the eighth consecutive time in Chisinau from September 3 to 7. Visitors will have the chance to meet authors, attend book launches, and purchase books at promotional prices.

Cristina Gherasimov at EU Council: Moldova must be ready to join EU within 3–4 years

The authorities in Chișinău are working to prepare the Republic of Moldova for potential accession to the European Union (EU) within the next three to four years. Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, Cristina Gherasimov, will convey this message to the Ministers for European Affairs of the EU member states.

Two companies fined 5 million lei for allegedly defrauding police on video surveillance purchase

The Competition Council fined two companies a total of five million lei for forming a bid-rigging cartel in the procurement procedure for portable video surveillance systems, carried out by the General Inspectorate of Police.

Escapee from Bender penitentiary sentenced to 11 more years for robberies

An inmate who escaped from Penitentiary No. 8 in Bender was sentenced to an additional 11 years in prison for multiple robberies and assaults committed following his escape. The sentence was pronounced by magistrates in Orhei, as announced by the Prosecutor General's Office.

Man sentenced for drug sales and hitting two officers with car

A 30-year-old man from Orhei was sentenced to 15 years in prison for attempting to sell nearly three kilograms of alpha-PVP, commonly known as "salt" drugs. This sentence comes after a criminal case was initiated by prosecutors from the Prosecutor's Office for Combating Organized Crime and Special Cases (PCCOCS).

VIDEO // Private school raided for millions in tax evasion

The management of a private educational institution is under investigation by tax inspectors and prosecutors for allegedly causing over 11 million lei in harm to the state budget.

Machidon stays interim prosecutor general despite winning competition

Although Alexandru Machidon won the competition for the position of Prosecutor General, he is still serving in the interim role. Dumitru Obadă, the President of the Superior Council of Prosecutors (CSP), stated that Machidon will be able to assume his full mandate only after he successfully completes an external assessment of his ethical and financial integrity, and after the presidential decree appointing him to the position is signed.

European Commissioner Christophe Hansen: "The agri-food sector in the Republic of Moldova has a lot to offer the European Union"

The agri-food sector in the Republic of Moldova has significant potential for the European Union market, and it is crucial for it to become as competitive as possible. This perspective was shared by European Commissioner for Agriculture and Food, Christophe Hansen, during his first official visit to our country on Monday, September 1. He noted that Moldovan fruits and wine are already well-known and highly regarded in the EU market.

President Maia Sandu will address European Parliament

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, will pay an official visit to Strasbourg on September 9. During her visit, she will deliver a speech at a plenary session of the European Parliament and hold several meetings with European officials.

EPP President Manfred Weber: Moldovans want to join EU

Moldova has demonstrated its intention to join the European Union. The statement belongs to the president of the European People's Party, Manfred Weber, in an interview for Euronews România.