A 25-year-old man sold a property and took loans to pay scammers over 627,000 lei

A 25-year-old man from Hâncești was defrauded of over 627,000 lei in a telephone scam orchestrated by individuals posing as representatives of a mobile phone company and a bank. The incident was recently reported to the police, although the scheme happened between August 28 and September 12.

ANRE director: The tariff for natural gas could be revised

The natural gas tariff could be revised if international market purchase prices remain at current levels. Constantin Borosan, Director of the National Energy Regulatory Agency (ANRE), stated that the agency is closely monitoring developments after the spot price for gas rose to approximately 82 euros per megawatt-hour. By comparison, an average purchase price of around 54 euros was factored in when setting the tariff for the August–December period.

"StopDrog" platform is now live in Moldova for anonymous reporting of drug use or trafficking

Individuals can report suspected cases of drug use or trafficking anonymously, starting Tuesday, September 15. The Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Education and Research have launched the "StopDrog" digital platform. This platform enables citizens of the Republic of Moldova to share information with the police without revealing their identity or personal details.

"Urgent driving test appointments" are a new scam. ASP: 'Do not share personal data'

The Public Services Agency (ASP) is alerting citizens about a new fraudulent scheme that promises "urgent appointments" for driving tests, stressing that these services are illegal and unauthorized.

Mia instant payments expands for entrepreneurs via QR code

The MIA national instant payment system, developed by the National Bank of Moldova (NBM), is now expanding to the business sector. The new Business-to-Business (B2B) QR code feature allows companies to make immediate, low-cost transfers at any time through online banking applications. With this new option, funds are transferred instantly to the account, regardless of the time or day, ensuring uninterrupted transactions without delays from bank operating hours.

Moldova is promoting its wines, food, and films in France

The Republic of Moldova is showcasing its traditions, quality wines, cinema, and gastronomy in France through events in Bordeaux and Paris scheduled for September.

Ukrainian refugees with temporary protection in the EU now total 4.43 million

As of July 31, 2026, more than 4.4 million people who had fled Ukraine are receiving temporary protection in the European Union. This number reflects an increase of nearly 20,000 compared to the previous month, according to data from Eurostat, the European Union's statistical office.

Moldova monitors river water with 52 hydrometric and 2 hydrological stations

Climate change is significantly affecting the Republic of Moldova's water resources, making ongoing river monitoring crucial for effective management and for warning residents about potentially hazardous hydrological events. Currently, the National Hydrological Monitoring Network includes two hydrological stations—the Nistru and the Prut stations—and 52 hydrometric stations, more than 20 of which are automated.

Funeral payments for Russian soldiers cut; one region has canceled them

Russian regional authorities are cutting compensation payments for soldiers' deaths in the war against Ukraine due to increasing budget issues. Last year, the budget deficit hit a record 1.5 trillion rubles, according to The Moscow Times.

Network of shelters for victims of violence will expand, Plugaru

The number of women seeking assistance from social services due to violence increased from around 2,000 in 2023 to 10,000 in 2025. Minister of Labor and Social Protection Natalia Plugaru explains that this rise reflects both the scale of the issue and an increasing willingness among women to seek help. In response, authorities are expanding the network of shelters for victims. This initiative is part of a broader plan to enhance protection services and support the Republic of Moldova's integration into the European Union.

Households eligible for compensation will remain similar to last year

The number of households receiving heating compensation during the upcoming cold season is expected to remain similar to last year’s figures. Minister of Labor and Social Protection Natalia Plugaru announced that she has reached an agreement with Prime Minister Vasile Tofan to maintain approximately the same number of eligible households as in the previous year, when over 600,000 households received assistance. However, the authorities will implement stricter controls when granting this compensation.

Social security deficit is now 3.5 billion lei

The Republic of Moldova faces a risk to its pension payments, which could put further pressure on the state budget if the social security system's deficit is not reduced. According to Natalia Plugaru, the Minister of Labor and Social Protection, the social security budget deficit for this year is 3.5 billion lei, a sum that is being covered by the state budget.