Moldova dismisses Russia fast-track passport scheme in Transnistria

Financial bonuses offered by Moscow remain the primary driver for residents of the breakaway Transnistrian region seeking Russian citizenship, according to Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri. The official emphasized that this trend predominantly involves elderly residents attracted by Russian subsidies.

BNM issues urgent warning on rising financial fraud in Moldova

The National Bank of Moldova (BNM) has issued an urgent advisory regarding a surge in sophisticated financial fraud. Malicious actors are increasingly leveraging IP telephony to mask their origin, appearing as official institutions to exploit victims.

Maia Sandu convenes CNS meeting on Moldova’s energy security

President Maia Sandu will hold a meeting of the National Security Council on Tuesday, May 26, at 2:00 p.m. This meeting is convened due to risks arising from changes in international energy markets and escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Kyiv appreciates Moldova’s key role in establishing the Special Tribunal for crimes of aggression in Ukraine

The Republic of Moldova’s performance while leading the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe has received high praise from officials in Kyiv. The Ukrainian Ambassador to Chișinău, Paun Rohovei, congratulated the Moldovan authorities during a meeting with Corina Călugăru, the State Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He highlighted the significant role of Moldovan diplomacy in the adoption of the Extended Partial Agreement on the Management Committee of the Special Tribunal, which is designed to prosecute the crime of aggression against Ukraine.

The “Maia Sandu” option falls behind in the final stage of the Bucharest park naming poll

Donald Trump won an online poll against Maia Sandu to choose the name for the new extension of Tudor Arghezi Park in Bucharest. The winning name was announced on Monday, May 25, by the mayor of Sector 4, Daniel Băluță, in a Facebook post.

DECREE | Maia Sandu revoked Moldovan citizenship for five people linked to the so-called Transnistrian security structures

On May 25, 2026, Maia Sandu, the President of the Republic of Moldova, signed a decree revoking the Moldovan citizenship of five officers from the self-proclaimed Ministry of Security in the Transnistrian region. This decree took effect immediately upon signing.

Putin’s citizenship decree draws little interest in Transnistrian region

Residents of the Transnistrian region are not rushing to apply for Russian citizenship under the simplified procedure. Only a small number of individuals were seen in front of the diplomatic mission in Chisinau, which started accepting applications on Monday, May 25, following a decree from Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Moldovan schools need 1,365 teachers; ministry raises allowances for young specialists

The Ministry of Education and Research is working to address the shortage of teaching staff by enhancing financial support for young specialists and reorganizing the school network, particularly in rural areas. Teachers specializing in subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, and the Romanian Language in foreign-language schools who choose to work in public general education institutions can now receive one-time allowances of up to 375,000 lei, which is an increase of 100,000 lei from the previous amount.

“Made in Moldova” products will reach Chinese consumers as Moldova joins the China International Import Expo

The Republic of Moldova will participate in a major international exhibition focused on trade and imports from China. This commitment was confirmed during a visit by the Moldovan Deputy Prime Minister and head of diplomacy, Mihai Popșoi, to China. He discussed this initiative with Wu Zhengping, the director of the Shanghai International Import Expo Bureau.

Phones worth over €1M sold illegally in Moldova; money laundering network dismantled in Bălți

Eight people were detained in Balti in a smuggling and money-laundering case involving more than 1 million euros. The suspects allegedly set in motion a complex scheme through which they illegally imported state-of-the-art phones into the Republic of Moldova, hidden in luggage and parcels, and later sold them on the black market.

Thousands of students in Moldova test their digital skills

Today, May 25, approximately 1,500 students in grades 9 to 12 from across the country are participating in the second stage of digital skills testing. This event is organised by the Ministry of Education and Research, along with the National Agency for Curriculum and Evaluation.

Austrian foreign policy parliamentarians visit Moldova for talks with Maia Sandu

A delegation of deputies from the foreign policy committees of the National Council and the Federal Council of the Parliament of the Republic of Austria is visiting the Republic of Moldova from May 25 to 27.