EU ambassador condemns attacks on independent media in Moldova
The European Union Ambassador to Chișinău, Janis Mazeiks, strongly condemned the violent attacks and online defamation campaigns aimed at undermining independent press and civil society organizations in the Republic of Moldova.
Eliza Mihalache
Moldova increases pensions by 10% starting April 1
The Moldovan government has approved a 10% indexation, effective April 1, for all types of pensions.
Rodica Mazur
DAR 1+3 program boosts transparency and funding for diaspora projects
The "DAR 1+3" Diaspora Home Succeeds Program will be extended through 2030, with increased transparency in the use of financial resources within the program, according to a decision approved by the Government.
CEC requests dissolution of Șansă party linked to Ilan Șor
A request for the dissolution of the "Șansă" party, a political group affiliated with oligarch Ilan Șor, has been filed in court. A document to this effect was made public on March 5.
Trump slams government waste, praises Elon Musk’s role
During his speech before Congress, Donald Trump criticized what he described as the “tremendous waste” of federal government funds, highlighting spending in various countries, including Moldova and Serbia, on what he deemed unnecessary programs.
Trump’s first address to Congress: Key points and reactions
U.S. President Donald Trump delivered his first address to Congress since returning to the White House, marking 44 days into his new term.
Bogdan Nigai
U.S. and Ukraine near minerals deal after failed White House talks
The U.S. administration and Ukraine plan to sign a minerals agreement after Friday's Oval Office talks failed, sources familiar with the matter said on Tuesday, Reuters reports.
The Republic of Moldova imported over 60% of the energy consumed in February
In February 2025, SA Energocom purchased about 403,000 MWh of electricity from both the local and imported markets at a weighted average price of €137.53 per MWh, which is below the ceiling set by ANRE, €145 per MWh.
ANSP: Six out of 10 patients with acute respiratory infections are children
Over the past week, approximately 10,300 cases of acute upper respiratory tract infections were reported in the Republic of Moldova, with six out of ten patients being children. According to the National Public Health Agency, the level of morbidity was classified as medium intensity, which is 2% lower than the previous week but shows a 40% increase compared to the same period last season.
51 kilometers of irrigation networks will be built in two villages in Ștefan Vodă under the World Bank-funded AGGRI project
In the context of ongoing droughts and high temperatures that are significantly impacting farmers, residents of the villages of Căplani and Crocmaz in the Ștefan Vodă district will soon benefit from a modern irrigation system. Rehabilitation of the existing system is set to begin in a few weeks and is being funded by the World Bank.
Marina Negară
Experts: Suspension of military aid to Ukraine increases also risks for the Republic of Moldova
US President Donald Trump's decision to suspend military aid to Ukraine could significantly complicate the situation on the front lines, even though Kyiv currently has some reserves of weapons, according to expert Anatol Țăranu. He says that this development could increase the risk of the Russian army advancing in several directions, particularly toward the Mykolaiv and Odesa regions, which would heighten the danger for the Republic of Moldova.
Trump suspends military aid for Ukraine, seeks "commitment for peace"
U.S. President Donald Trump has decided to suspend military aid deliveries to Ukraine until the Kyiv administration shows a "commitment to peace." A White House official announced this decision, which was reported by international media on the night of March 4.