Eight candidates, six independent and two party-backed, are running for Governor of Gagauzia

Eight contenders for Governor of Gagauzia have applied to register for the election—six independent candidates and two backed by parties.

Bank fraud appeal heard, Plahotniuc appears via video link

The bank fraud case in which Vladimir Plahotniuc was sentenced to 19 years in prison at the trial court level has reached the appeal stage. Judges at the Centru Court of Appeal began reviewing the appeals on Thursday, October 1, and Plahotniuc is participating in the hearing via videoconference.

Israel Embassy in Moldova clarifies "jihadist terrorist attack" on Dubai-Tel Aviv flight

Israeli authorities have classified the incident that occurred on September 30 aboard the FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv as an "attempted jihadist terrorist attack." According to initial reports, one of the pilots allegedly attempted to crash the plane, but the prompt intervention of those on board saved hundreds of lives.

Moldova's exports to the EU surged over 60% in six years

Rising from €1.75 billion in 2019 to over €6.2 billion in 2025, the Republic of Moldova's foreign trade has grown by more than 60%. Although temporarily impacted in 2022 by the outbreak of the war in Ukraine and logistical costs, exports rebounded strongly after 2024, with the European Union serving as the primary destination for over 67% of the goods shipped.

National Wine Day: Downtown Chișinău traffic restrictions, October 2-5

Drivers passing through the capital's city center will need to avoid several main streets between October 2 and 5. Road traffic will be temporarily suspended for preparations for and the celebration of National Wine Day.

In Moldova, about 15,000 seniors receive home care as children go abroad

Loneliness remains one of the greatest challenges for the elderly in the Republic of Moldova, particularly for those in rural areas whose children have gone abroad. Currently, approximately 15,000 isolated elderly people receive home care services, stated Natalia Plugaru, Minister of Labor and Social Protection.

Russia's ambassador was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs after Russian drone explosions in Moldova

Oleg Ozerov, the designated Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Chișinău, was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) on Thursday, October 1, after three Russian drones flew through the airspace of the Republic of Moldova during the attacks on Ukraine on September 30. Two of the three drones crashed and exploded on Moldovan territory, near certain villages. The MFA condemned the incidents, noting that "these violations directly threaten the security of the citizens of the Republic of Moldova."

Family in Chetrosu cares for seven additional children, totaling ten

The Republic of Moldova is making progress in the process of deinstitutionalizing children from residential centers, and professional foster parents—individuals employed and remunerated by the state to provide children with care, protection, and a decent standard of living—are becoming the key pillar ensuring their transition to safe family environments.

Government plan to boost productivity and attract investment

National industry prepared for European standards. On Wednesday, September 30, the Government approved the 2027–2028 Action Plan for industrial development—a program aimed at boosting productivity, supporting innovation, facilitating business access to finance, and bringing businesses closer to the European Single Market.

Moldova is ready to open all negotiation clusters. Valdis Dombrovskis: "We are ready to move forward"

The Republic of Moldova is technically and politically prepared to open the six negotiation chapter clusters for accession, and European Union (EU) enlargement has become a geopolitical imperative, states Valdis Dombrovskis, European Commissioner for Economy and Productivity, and Commissioner for Implementation and Simplification.

Moldova lacks sufficient vegetable, meat, and milk production for domestic needs

The Republic of Moldova remains dependent on imports for basic food products. Although grain and fruit production exceeds national needs, the country covers only 85% of vegetable consumption, 76% of meat consumption, 65% of potato requirements, and just over half (57%) of milk needs domestically, according to official data from the National Bureau of Statistics.

Nicușor Dan calls parties to Cotroceni on Monday for a new PM proposal

President Nicușor Dan will convene a new round of consultations with the parties at Cotroceni Palace on Monday to designate a candidate for the office of Prime Minister, after the government proposed by Siegfried Mureșan failed to secure the necessary votes in Parliament on Wednesday. The head of state has asked political parties to reach a consensus and propose a solution that can command a parliamentary majority.