Illegal weapons seized in Orhei: Two men documented

Two men from the Orhei district were arrested by police for illegal possession of weapons. Following searches at their homes, law enforcement officers discovered the prohibited items, as reported by the General Inspectorate of Police (IGP).

Business coordinators pilot project bridges schools and companies in Moldova and Ukraine

Eighteen vocational education institutions in Moldova and Ukraine will introduce a new role – that of business coordinator – starting this year. The goal is to help students develop the skills necessary for the job market.

Weather alert: Fire danger across Moldova

The State Hydrometeorological Service issued a new weather warning on Monday, September 15. The yellow fire danger code is now valid until September 22 throughout the territory of the Republic of Moldova.

New Stock Exchange, launched in Chisinau during Moldova Business Week

The Republic of Moldova is creating new opportunities for local entrepreneurs and foreign investors, particularly those from Romania, who wish to start businesses. This initiative includes the launch of a new Stock Exchange. The memorandum establishing the Stock Exchange was signed during the Moldova Business Week 2025, the country’s largest economic forum, which began on Monday, September 15, in Chisinau.

Moldova takes over the Presidency of the Council of Europe: "Direct impact on reforms and the path to the EU"

The Republic of Moldova is set to assume the Presidency of the Committee of Foreign Ministers of the Council of Europe (CoE) beginning in November 2025. Falk Lange, the Head of the Council of Europe Office in Chisinau, believes that the Republic of Moldova will successfully accomplish the objectives it has outlined to achieve by May 2026.

Urgent UN appeal for Vadim Pogorletchi’s release from illegal detention in Tiraspol

The Promo-LEX Association submitted an urgent appeal to three United Nations (UN) special rapporteurs, highlighting the critical situation of Vadim Pogorletchi, a journalist and human rights defender who has been illegally detained in the Transnistrian region of the Republic of Moldova since August 2022.

Moldovan Wine Festival in Bucharest: 49 wineries presented over 300 wines

Over 300 Moldovan wines were showcased in Bucharest during the fifth edition of the Moldovan Wine Festival, held from September 13 to 14. The event featured 49 wineries from the Republic of Moldova, each presenting their collections to highlight the diversity and authenticity of local wines.

Authorities impose 1.2 million lei in fines on individuals found guilty of causing wildfires

Since the beginning of this year, people caught setting fire to grass and vegetable waste in fields or households were fined over 1.2 million lei, according to the General Inspectorate for Emergencies (IGSU).

Ten detained by CNA in case of illegal party financing and voter corruption ahead of September 28 elections

Ten individuals were detained for 72 hours as a result of operations conducted by the National Anticorruption Center (CNA) and prosecutors from Bălți. This action is part of a complex investigation targeting the illegal financing of political parties, money laundering, and voter corruption in relation to the parliamentary elections scheduled for September 28, 2025.

Moldovan entrepreneurs visit Brussels to explore opportunities in the Republic of Moldova’s Growth Plan

On Monday, September 15, forty entrepreneurs from various sectors of the Republic of Moldova will commence a working visit to Brussels, invited by Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos.

Falk Lange on Moldova 1 TV: Council of Europe supports Moldova in justice reform, anti-corruption, and combating hate speech

The Republic of Moldova is currently receiving significant support from the Council of Europe (CE) through the Partnership for Good Governance (PBG) Programme, which encompasses over 20 ongoing projects. At the national level, three major initiatives are currently being implemented: one aims to combat hate speech and discrimination, another focuses on enhancing the efficiency of the justice system, and the third is dedicated to preventing and combating money laundering. Falk Lange, the Head of the Council of Europe Office in Chisinau, mentioned these projects during the "Dimensiunea Diplomatică" show on Moldova 1 TV, which aired on September 14.

Homesickness sparks successful traditional food business in Drochia

A family from the city of Drochia successfully established a business centered around the authentic flavors of traditional Moldovan dishes. After spending several years abroad, they returned home with the goal of investing in something that brings them joy and evokes the tastes of their childhood. Today, they offer customers a variety of delicacies, including roulades, sarmale (rolled rice cabbage), zeama (chicken soup), and more, all prepared "like at home" using natural ingredients sourced from local farmers.