"Zarea" hotel design competition. Tofan: "It has greater potential"

The "Zarea" Hotel, located in the capital’s historic center near Cathedral Park, is set for modernization. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan says the building has greater potential than is currently being realized and has invited creators to submit ideas for its redevelopment.

Experts say Moldova could be targeted by Russian aggression before the Baltic states

The Republic of Moldova risks becoming a new target of Russian aggression, overtaking the Baltic states in security assessments. Faced with hybrid threats and drone incursions, Chișinău is attempting to strengthen its defense capabilities—a process hampered, however, by budgetary constraints and a shortage of weaponry on the international market.

The 6,300-lei minimum wage has left a 2.8-billion-lei deficit in the pension fund

The Republic of Moldova's minimum wage of 6,300 lei should be raised to at least 7,300 lei to cover the subsistence minimum for an employee with one child. The National Trade Union Confederation of Moldova (CNSM) warns that the current level is insufficient and creates major imbalances in the state-funded pension system.

Clean energy for all: Moldova Eco Energetică 2026 awards best initiatives

The best projects for energy efficiency and renewable energy generation will be awarded at the 2026 national "Moldova Eco Energetică" competition. You can submit applications from September 18 to October 31.

"DeepTech GigaHack 2026": Participants from 13 countries in Moldova join the fourth innovation marathon

The fourth edition of "DeepTech GigaHack," an event focused on advanced technologies and innovation, will be held from September 25 to 27. For the first time, the event will take place in a hybrid format, bringing together participants from 13 countries. Notably, 50 individuals have traveled to the Republic of Moldova specifically to compete in this competition.

Loud boom near Chișinău; police checking localities

A loud boom was reported this morning, September 18, near Chișinău, specifically southwest of the village of Colonița, toward Tohatin. Several individuals contacted the police through the 112 emergency service to report the incident. Law enforcement officers inspected the local area. So far, authorities have found no objects, signs of an explosion, or other public hazards.

UTM is preparing to launch a new Moldovan satellite following TUMnanoSAT's success

The Republic of Moldova achieved a historic milestone by launching TUMnanoSAT, the country's first satellite, into orbit. Researchers at the Technical University of Moldova (UTM) developed this nanosatellite. It was launched on August 12, 2022, and remained in orbit for nearly six months, until January 31, 2023. This successful mission showcased the technical capabilities of the team based in Chisinau. Following this achievement, UTM researchers are already working on a new space mission, with a launch planned for next year.

Loans are costlier; experts advise waiting

Loans are likely to become more expensive now that the National Bank has increased the base interest rate from 7.50% to 9.0%. This decision is intended to combat inflationary pressures. Ongoing turbulence in energy markets, driven by geopolitical tensions, adds to the uncertainty. As a result, experts are advising Moldovans to consider postponing any plans to take out loans.

Moldova denounces repeated Russian drone breaches at OSCE

Moldova condemned repeated violations of its sovereign airspace by drones at the OSCE on Wednesday, urging the Russian Federation to halt actions destabilising regional security and endangering civil aviation.

Russia holds parliamentary vote with no opposition on ballot

Russia began three days of tightly controlled parliamentary elections on Friday, staging a ballot without genuine opposition that the Kremlin treats as a test of public sentiment toward its ongoing war in Ukraine.

Moldova offers youth grants of up to 600,000 lei

Youth organisations in the Republic of Moldova can secure state grants of up to €29,800 (approx. 600,000 MDL) per project under the newly launched 2027 Grants Programme.

Moldova raises 2026 budget to fund public sector one-off aid

Moldova's parliament passed the 2026 state budget revision in the second reading on Thursday, approving one-off financial bonuses of up to 4,000 MDL (€204) for public employees earning under 20,000 MDL monthly.