Moldovan emigrants return home to launch businesses

An estimated 250,000 citizens have returned to the Republic of Moldova over the past five years, shifting from sending remittances to establishing local businesses. Over the last quarter-century, the Moldovan diaspora sent more than $56 billion back to their home country, with a growing share now directed toward private entrepreneurship.

Moldova reports 60 Russian airspace incursions amid Ukraine war

Russian military aggression against Ukraine has repeatedly spilled into Moldovan airspace since the full-scale invasion began on February 24, 2022. Over the past four and a half years, defense systems have recorded 60 illegal overflights involving Russian and Iranian-manufactured missiles and drones, including decoy aircraft.

Roman Tolici brings New Hope exhibition to Chisinau

Following a multi-city tour across Romania—including Bucharest, Brasov, Sibiu, Timisoara, and Tulcea—renowned painter Roman Tolici has brought his latest exhibition to Chisinau. Hosted by the National Museum of Art of Moldova, "New Hope" marks the artist’s second solo exhibition in the capital, coming 12 years after his landmark project "Ceremonies."

Japan quake kills 13 as aftershocks hit Kumamoto

A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Japan’s Kumamoto region on July 28, leaving at least 13 people dead and triggering more than 100 aftershocks.

Moldova scandals risk EU entry talks, expert warns

​Recent controversies surrounding Moldovan state institutions risk damaging Brussels' evaluation of the country's EU accession progress, warned Adrian Ermurachi, co-executive director of the Institute for European Policies and Reforms (IPRE).

Moldova enters fuel crisis alert as diesel prices surge

Drivers in Moldova will face higher pump prices on Thursday, July 30, following an official rate adjustment by the National Energy Regulatory Agency (ANRE).

Moldova to cover 50% of dual education costs for companies

​The Moldovan Government has approved a fixed 50% subsidy scheme for companies offering practical training through vocational dual education programs.

Moldova opposition demands 30% teacher pay rise ahead of school year

Moldova’s opposition Party of Socialists (PSRM) has called on the parliamentary majority to secure funding for a 30% wage increase for education workers starting in October. The party also requested €51 (approx. 1,000 MDL) one-off allowance for families with middle-school students to cover back-to-school expenses.

Moldova receives fuel shipment to ease shortage

​A 6,000-tonne diesel shipment arrived at Giurgiulești International Free Port to address critical fuel shortages across Moldova.

Russia charges Telegram founder Pavel Durov with terrorism

Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) has formally charged Telegram founder Pavel Durov with complicity in terrorist activities and placed him on an international wanted list.

Moldova secures €150m EIB loan for agribusiness modernization

The Moldovan Cabinet approved the ratification of a €150 million (approx. 2.94 billion MDL) loan agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) on July 29 to fund the "Livada Moldovei II" (Orchard of Moldova II) project.

Moldova to borrow €344m from EBRD for TEN-T road upgrades

Moldova is set to secure a €344 million (approx. 6.74 billion MDL) loan from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to overhaul strategic national highways.