Moldova hits 2030 EV target in advance

The Republic of Moldova has approximately 11,000 registered electric cars and over 81,500 hybrid vehicles, including plug-in hybrids. Experts predict that if the current growth rate continues, the number of fully electric cars could double by 2030.

Foreign Policy Committee approves new ambassadors

The Foreign Policy Committee of Parliament has approved the appointments of Inga Ionesii and Sergiu Gurduza as ambassadors of the Republic of Moldova to India and Portugal.

Romania seeks NATO support after drone incidents

Romania has requested NATO allies to temporarily deploy systems on its territory to counter Russian drones. This request comes in the wake of the Galati incident, during which a Russian drone crashed into an apartment building, resulting in injuries to two people. Support is needed until the new anti-drone systems purchased by Romania through the SAFE program are delivered.

Moldova HiTech Park seen as major growth driver

Moldova HiTech Park, the country's first advanced technological park of national strategic importance, spans 50 hectares in the Chisinau Arena area. It aims to bridge the gap between academic research and the business environment. The park is expected to create over 20,000 jobs and generate an economic impact of approximately 1.3 billion dollars, according to Doina Nistor, chairwoman of the Moldova HiTech Park Board of Directors.

Alexandru Munteanu will deliver speech at Sofia Summit

On Wednesday, June 10, regional leaders will convene in Sofia to discuss solutions for security and sustainable development in South-Eastern Europe during the South-Eastern European Cooperation Process (SEECP) Summit. Moldovan Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu is scheduled to deliver a speech that will emphasize the importance of strengthening regional cooperation.

Moldova advances worker rights with ILO Convention ratification

The Republic of Moldova will ratify Convention No. 156 of the International Labour Organization (ILO) this year. This convention promotes equal opportunities for workers with family responsibilities. The announcement was made by Igor Zubcu, President of the National Confederation of Trade Unions of Moldova (CNSM), during the 114th session of the International Labour Conference.

NBS: External migration reduces Moldova’s population

The population residing in the Republic of Moldova continued to decline, reaching 2.365 million at the beginning of 2026, almost 23 thousand fewer than the previous year.

Applications open for TRM General Director until July 10

The Supervisory Board of the Public Institution "Teleradio-Moldova" (TRM) announced a competition for the position of general director following the resignation of Vlad Țurcanu.

Vitalie Știrba on birth decline: Young mothers are decreasing

In 2025, the Republic of Moldova continued to experience population decline, although the rate of depopulation slowed compared to 2024. Another persistent demographic challenge for our country is the extremely low birth rate. In 2025, only 22,100 children were born, marking the lowest figure since the country declared its independence.

Chef Veaceslav Mitioglo takes traditional Moldovan recipe to culinary competition in China

A chef from Moldova will take part in an international culinary competition hosted by China from June 11 to 23. Veaceslav Mitioglo, who works for a restaurant chain in Chișinău, says he will present a traditional Moldovan recipe reinterpreted for Chinese tastes and culinary culture.

Moldova and Hungary will hold interministerial political consultations

Moldova and Hungary will soon hold interministerial political consultations and convene the Moldovan-Hungarian Joint Intergovernmental Commission for economic cooperation. The agreement was reached during a phone call between Moldovan Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi and Hungary’s new Foreign Minister Anita Orbán.

EcoVoucher programme collects over 300 tons of e-waste for recycling in Romania

More than 300 tonnes of discarded refrigerators and washing machines were collected through the EcoVoucher programme. The figures were presented during Energy Minister Dorin Junghietu's visit to the warehouse of the PRO REP Association, a nationally authorised collective system for collecting waste electrical and electronic equipment.