Rare opportunity at UTM: Students trained by renowned Tokyo professor

A special opportunity was provided for students of the Technical University of Moldova (UTM) to participate in a course led by Koji Mikami, a renowned professor and graphic design specialist from Tokyo with over 20 years of experience. The students seized the chance to learn from a leading expert in Japan, a country recognized for its influential blend of artistic tradition and modern innovation in graphic design.

Traffic on Dacia Boulevard in Chișinău will close this weekend for repair work

Road traffic on a section of Dacia Boulevard will close this weekend to restore the asphalt surface, according to the Chișinău City Hall.

Drones over tractors: Agriculture embraces new technology

Modern agriculture is increasingly dependent on technology. Farmers are using drones to monitor crops, identify issues in the field, and apply treatments. These devices help farmers operate more efficiently and minimize losses.

Four of the seven Turkish teachers illegally extradited from Moldova in 2018 were released from Turkish prisons

Four of the seven Turkish teachers who were illegally extradited from the Republic of Moldova in 2018 were released from Turkish prisons. This information was revealed during a meeting of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe.

Councilors approved Dumitru Vartic’s resignation as vice president of Hâncești district

On Friday, March 13, the Hâncești District Council officially accepted the resignation of Vice President Dumitru Vartic, ending his term early following a vote by the councilors. This decision was made in response to Vartic's resignation request submitted on March 9, amid an ongoing investigation into the death of his wife, Ludmila Vartic, which is currently being investigated by law enforcement.

Moldova-Canada social security agreement allows citizens to receive pensions for work done in both countries

The Republic of Moldova and Canada have signed a Social Security Agreement, a document that establishes social protection mechanisms for individuals who have worked or reside in either country. Under this agreement, citizens will be able to receive pensions and other social benefits calculated to include periods of work completed in both countries.

Fishing in the Nistru is banned on the Naslavcea–Dubăsari section until April 1

Fishing is prohibited on the Naslavcea - Dubăsari section of the Nistru. The restriction is in effect until April 1. The Environmental Agency issued an order to this effect on Friday, March 13.

Government cuts public spending: Nonessential purchases will be reduced by at least 10%

Budget institutions in Moldova must cut planned 2026 purchases and enforce strict spending controls. Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu issued the directive amid a tense international economic context and rising energy and fuel prices, which could further strain the public budget.

Oil market fluctuations are temporary. Expert: “Russia benefits from keeping prices high”

Russia benefits from keeping oil prices high. The longer uncertainty lasts on the international market, the greater the gains for Moscow, says Romanian commentator Sorin Ioniță, president of Expert Forum Bucharest.

Plahotniuc case prosecutor passes Vetting Commission again

Anti-Corruption Prosecutor Alexandru Cernei has no ethical or financial integrity issues. The Prosecutors Evaluation Commission again confirmed that Cernei meets the integrity criteria.

Eugen Osmochescu: Republic of Moldova has removed all Soviet-era business standards

The Republic of Moldova has successfully aligned its business operation standards with those of the European Union. As of January 1, 2026, all regulations inherited from the Soviet era have been eliminated. This announcement was made by Deputy Prime Minister Eugen Osmochescu, Minister of Economic Development and Digitalization, during the Moldova-Switzerland 2026 Business Forum held in Zurich on March 12.

Chișinău will host Black Sea Region Security Conference in March

The Republic of Moldova is set to host the third edition of the Black Sea Security Conference, organized under the auspices of the International Crimea Platform. This event will take place in Chisinau on March 23 and will continue the discussions on regional security that began at previous conferences held in Bucharest in 2023 and Sofia in 2024.