New road improves safety for three villages in Hâncești

A long-awaited road improvement has finally been completed for the residents of three villages in the Hâncești district. The road connecting Cioara, Pogănești, and Marchet was fully rehabilitated, benefiting nearly 3,500 people with improved traffic conditions. Additionally, a new sidewalk was constructed in Cioara, allowing locals, including children, to reach the school and other community institutions more safely.

The 34th "Maria Bieșu" Festival opened with "Lucia di Lammermoor"

Love, jealousy, disappointment, suffering, and a tragic ending are all core themes in the opera 'Lucia di Lammermoor.' This production opened the 34th edition of the 'Maria Biesu' International Opera and Ballet Festival on Sunday evening. The festival has established itself as a prominent highlight of the musical landscape in the Republic of Moldova, featuring 30 artists from 15 countries in Chișinău. They will perform alongside the artistic ensembles of the 'Maria Biesu' National Opera and Ballet Theatre (TNOB).

6,000 lei EcoVouchers for vulnerable households now available

A new session of the EcoVoucher program started in the Republic of Moldova. Eligible households can receive vouchers worth up to 6,000 lei to replace old household appliances with energy-efficient models. Beneficiaries are automatically selected from applicants for compensation, based on criteria such as energy consumption, income, and the number of household members. This session will conclude on September 13.

Moldovan students begin new studies in Romania

Students from the Republic of Moldova have just returned from a one-week summer vacation and have already begun the academic year. In contrast, those studying in Romania will return to their classrooms on Monday. Hundreds of young people from the Republic of Moldova arrived in Iași, where they will spend the next few months away from home. Most of them brought bags and suitcases filled with items prepared for the new academic year. For these students, the start of school brings a mix of emotions: excitement for a new year, the joy of reuniting with classmates, and the sadness of parting with their families.

Moldova abstains at the UN, citing "Solidarity with Ukraine"

The Republic of Moldova abstained from voting in the UN General Assembly on the adoption of a new world map after Ukraine raised concerns that this new cartographic representation separates Crimea from its territory. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Chisinau stated that the abstention did not challenge the resolution's core objectives, which Moldova considers legitimate. Instead, it took into account Ukraine's concerns about the potential political misuse of cartographic representations.

Budești commune hosted the national horse riding championship

Budești commune hosted equestrian sports in the Republic of Moldova for two days. The event took place at the Sparta Sports Club in Chisinau municipality, where spectators could admire some of the most beautiful, fast, and powerful horses in the country.

SCM extends the deadline for 20 anti-corruption judge positions to October 5

The Superior Council of Magistracy (SCM) has extended the deadline for submitting applications for 20 vacant judge positions in specialized anti-corruption courts. This includes 5 positions at the Centru Court of Appeal and 15 positions at the Chisinau District Court. Candidates now have until October 5, 2026, to submit their applications.

Over 40 Moldovan wineries show wines in Bucharest

More than 40 wineries from the Republic of Moldova are showcasing their wines at the Moldovan Wine Festival in Bucharest this weekend. During the event, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry, Eugen Osmochescu, said that Romania remains the primary export market for Moldovan wines, with projected sales of approximately $45 million by 2025.

Vasile Tofan urges less bureaucracy for small producers

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan requested Alexandru Manciu, the acting director of the National Food Safety Agency (ANSA), to develop a set of measures to simplify the operations of small producers and artisanal entrepreneurs by October 15. The Prime Minister stated that the existing regulations are often disproportionate, which ultimately benefits imports and industrial products at the expense of local small producers.

Gas stocks, fuels, compensations, and winter action plan

Natural gas, electricity, and thermal energy operators are required to establish security reserves, assess the condition of their infrastructure, and prepare alternative fuel supplies by mid-October and November. This is part of a comprehensive set of preparation measures for the 2026-2027 heating season, which is scheduled to be voted on by the Government during the meeting on September 9.

Agriculture in Moldova faces drought; expert calls for a change in farming approach

Agriculture in the Republic of Moldova requires a change in approach. This includes how farmers manage their businesses, cultivate the soil, and select technologies, seeds, and crops to adapt to climate change and increasing drought. Agribusiness and agricultural economics expert Andrei Zbancă says that farmers need practical knowledge, technologies suited to local conditions, and an agricultural system focused on moisture conservation and crop rotation.

Traffic halted on Aleea Gării str.

Traffic will be temporarily suspended on Sunday, September 6, along Aleea Gării str. in front of the Chișinău Railway Station. This suspension will take place from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. due to the filming of the movie "The Curse of Maria Dragan". Drivers are advised to avoid the area and exercise caution while navigating through traffic.