ANRE proposes electricity price cut

Electricity prices may decrease for households served by Premier Energy and FEE Nord. On Friday, March 6, the National Energy Regulatory Agency (ANRE) proposed draft decisions for public consultations regarding electricity tariff adjustments.

Japan awards a grant of over $112,000 to renovate the “Dimitrie Cantemir” Gymnasium in Stefan Voda

The “Dimitrie Cantemir” Gymnasium in Stefan Voda district will undergo renovation with financial support from Japan under the “Kusanone” Human Security Grant Program. On Friday, March 6, Japan’s Ambassador to the Republic of Moldova, Takeuchi Kazuyuki, and the school’s director, Inga Cuclenco, signed a $112,337 funding agreement.

Work progress reviewed at Vulcănești–Chișinău power line site

The Vulcănești-Chișinău Overhead Power Line (OPL) was completed in November 2025. Its operation was tested in January of this year, while work continues at the Chișinău and Vulcănești power stations.

The Republic of Moldova seeks energy cooperation with Azerbaijan

The Republic of Moldova aims to enhance its partnership with the Republic of Azerbaijan, particularly in energy security. This interest was expressed by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mihai Popsoi during a meeting with his Azerbaijani counterpart, Jeyhun Bayramov, held in Baku.

Six-month sentence for Andronache challenged by prosecutors

Prosecutors have contested the decision to sentence Ion Andronache, the accomplice of the former mayor of Boldurești in the Nisporeni district, to just two years in prison, of which only six months would be served due to a partially suspended sentence. The prosecutors argue that this sentence is too lenient and are seeking the maximum penalty of three years in prison with execution.

Nearly 370,000 passengers flew from Chișinău in February; Sharm el-Sheikh, Dubai, Bucharest top destinations

In February this year, nearly 370,000 passengers traveled on air routes operated from the "Eugen Doga" International Airport in Chisinau. This figure represents a 28.2% increase, or 79,834 passengers, compared to February 2022, according to airport data.

Maia Sandu: Constitution won’t be changed for a third presidential term

The Constitution of the Republic of Moldova currently restricts individuals to serving a maximum of two presidential terms. President Maia Sandu has confirmed that there will be no amendments to this rule that would allow her to run for a third term. She won her second term as president in the fall of 2024.

Șepeli had seven months left in prison when pardoned by Maia Sandu

The presidency did not have all the necessary details when it decided to pardon Nicolae Șepeli in 2022. He was a young man convicted of drug trafficking in Russia, who prosecutors and non-governmental organizations portrayed as a victim of human trafficking.

Women in Moldova live longer and are more educated but earn less than men

Women make up over half of the Republic of Moldova's population at 52.8%. They have a higher level of education than men; however, they remain underrepresented in management positions and earn lower salaries.

SEPA’s first year brings over €6 million in savings for Moldovans

Moldovan citizens have saved over 6 million euros through transfers made within the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA). One year after its implementation, Anca Dragu, the governor of the National Bank of Moldova (BNM), stated that SEPA has become the primary channel for cross-border euro payments in the Republic of Moldova. This has significantly transformed the way money moves to and from Europe.

20 photovoltaic panels free Anenii Noi resident from energy bills

Homes in the Republic of Moldova can become valuable sources of renewable energy. With government support, households can install photovoltaic panels. These panels can lead to significant savings during the winter months, and in the summer, any excess energy produced from the sun can be sold back to the grid.

Kazakh citizen wanted by Interpol for fraud detained in Chișinău

A 34-year-old man from Kazakhstan, who was internationally wanted, has been detained in Chisinau by Moldovan authorities. According to the General Inspectorate for Migration (IGM), the man was wanted by the Interpol Astana National Central Bureau on suspicion of fraud and bank fraud.