Rare discovery in Ialoveni: Fired-clay aqueduct fragments found at the medieval town of Costești-Gârlea

Rare archaeological discovery in Ialoveni district: a section of an aqueduct made of fired clay tubes was identified on the right bank of the Botna River, in the central area of the medieval town of Costești-Gârlea.

Energocom will store an extra 6.3 million cubic meters of gas in Romania and Ukraine for winter

Moldova’s natural gas security stocks will increase by 6.3 million cubic meters for the 2026–2027 cold season. The decision was announced on Tuesday, 2 June, by the Ministry of Energy, following the completion of public consultations.

Deputy Prime Minister Osmochescu in Brussels: Reunification with Romania Is Moldova’s “Plan B” if EU accession stalls

The Republic of Moldova could consider reunification with Romania if its path toward EU membership stalls after 2028, Deputy Prime Minister Eugen Osmochescu, Minister of Economic Development and Digitalization, said in an interview with Euractiv. The official described the scenario as “Plan B”, a proposal put forward as Chișinău pushes to open its first EU accession negotiation cluster while facing growing Russian hybrid pressure.

Over 40 tonnes of Moldovan apples blocked and destroyed in Russia

More than 40 tonnes of apples from the Republic of Moldova were recently blocked and destroyed in Russia after phytosanitary authorities detected a quarantine pest in the fruit.

US nominates Joseph Burkhalter as Ambassador to the Republic of Moldova

The United States could soon have a fully accredited ambassador in Chisinau after the administration submitted Joseph Burkhalter’s nomination to the Senate. The nomination is part of a broader package of diplomatic and administrative appointments awaiting legislative review and approval.

Regional energy security: Ministers Junghietu and Shmyhal discuss the use of Ukraine’s underground gas storage facilities

Ukraine’s underground gas storage facilities could strengthen regional energy security. Moldova’s Energy Minister, Dorin Junghietu, discussed potential cooperation with his Ukrainian counterpart, Denys Shmyhal, during Baku Energy Week, one of the region’s leading energy events.

Moldovan publishers showcase books at Bookfest Bucharest

Publishing houses from the Republic of Moldova will participate in the Bookfest Bucharest 2026 book fair with a joint stand. The 19th edition of the fair is scheduled to take place from June 3 to 7 at Romexpo.

People’s Assembly seeks solutions to unblock elections

Comrat is working to facilitate elections for a new composition of the People's Assembly of Gagauzia. The regional authorities state that they are adhering to national legislation while also emphasizing the region's special status. A document intended to resolve the crisis and enable the organization of elections will be voted on June 2.

Doina Gherman in Brussels: “We have a united political will”

The Republic of Moldova confirmed its readiness to begin negotiations on various chapters. This announcement was made by Moldovan parliamentarians visiting the European Parliament from June 1 to 3.

Moldova continues to preserve monuments of the totalitarian regime

A European future with Soviet symbols visible everywhere. The Republic of Moldova is not rushing to remove monuments of the totalitarian regime. The Ministry of Culture has stated that the issue is sensitive and that discussions are ongoing on a case-by-case basis for each monument.

Tourism in Moldova on the rise

The Republic of Moldova is increasingly becoming a popular tourist destination. Visitors come to our country to explore a new location or based on recommendations from friends and family.

Exploring Chișinău at the library: Children invited to a new edition of the summer challenge

The Municipal Library “Bogdan Petriceicu Hasdeu” will run the eighth edition of its summer program “Summer Challenge” from June 2 to July 24. This year, children are invited to explore Chișinău at the library, which also serves as the theme of the edition: “Exploring Chișinău at the Library”.