Moldova eases school admission for refugee children

Refugee children from Ukraine will have a guaranteed 10% quota of available spots for admission to grades 1 and 10 in the Republic of Moldova for the 2026-2027 school year. This announcement was made by representatives of the Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) during an information session for parents on July 8.

Anti-Corruption prosecutors detain Pruncul prison chief

On Tuesday, July 8, the Director of Penitentiary No. 9 in Pruncul was detained as part of a criminal investigation led by the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office. The National Penitentiary Administration (ANP) has confirmed this information and stated that it will cooperate fully with the investigators involved in the case.

Chișinău: EP vote confirms confidence in Moldova's EU path

The vote in the European Parliament (EP) and the call to promptly open all negotiation clusters with the Republic of Moldova signal confidence in the country's efforts to build a European state. This statement was made by interim Prime Minister Eugeniu Oscmochescu, who emphasized that advancing the accession negotiations will strengthen state institutions, enhance security, promote economic development, and improve living standards for citizens.

Ungheni gets €1M flood protection dam

Flood protection and new recreational space in Ungheni: Local authorities began efforts to reinforce the dam along the Prut and its Delia tributary. This investment aims to secure the area while also creating an attractive destination for both residents and visitors.

Court upholds 10-year sentence for former BEM chief

The Centru Court of Appeal upheld the 10-year prison sentence for Viorel Bârca, the former interim president of "Banca de Economii" (BEM). The appeal court rejected both the prosecutors' appeal and the appeal filed by the defendant's lawyers against the sentence issued by the Chisinau Court in Buiucani in January 2024, deeming them both unfounded.

Moldova will host Conference of Speakers of Parliaments in 2027

The Republic of Moldova will host the upcoming Conference of Speakers of Parliaments from countries that are candidates for European Union accession. This event is scheduled for the summer of 2027 and will bring together Parliament Speakers and representatives from specialised committees, groups, and parliamentary secretariats.

Experts back ending tax exemptions for Transnistrian firms

Experts assert that the gradual elimination of tax incentives for companies in the Transnistrian region is essential for economic and fiscal reasons, as well as for the country's reintegration process. They believe that the government's proposed deadline for the initial tax implementation—August 1, 2026—is attainable. However, the success of this reform will rely on the consistency and commitment of the constitutional authorities.

EP calls for opening all EU accession clusters with Moldova

The European Parliament is urging the Council of the European Union to promptly open all negotiation clusters with the Republic of Moldova. This request was made on the evening of Tuesday, July 7, after a debate in the Strasbourg plenary session regarding the annual report on Moldova's progress towards Europe. The Parliament also praised the reforms being implemented in Chisinau.

France's National Day parade will feature Moldovan soldiers

A contingent of Moldovan military personnel will participate in the traditional military parade held in Paris to celebrate the National Day of the French Republic, which is observed annually on July 14. According to the Ministry of Defense, Moldova will be represented at this event by the flag-bearing group from the Honor Guard Company of the National Army.

Moldova report adopted; EP urges faster EU integration

On Tuesday, July 8, the European Parliament voted overwhelmingly in favor of the annual report concerning the Republic of Moldova's progress in its bid to join the European Union. The report praised the reforms implemented by the authorities in Chisinau and urged member states to promptly open all negotiation clusters, in line with the principle of meritocracy.

Nicușor Dan: No risk of U.S. troop withdrawal from Eastern Flank

Romanian President Nicușor Dan does not believe there is a risk of the United States withdrawing its troops from NATO's Eastern Flank, especially given the current Russian threat. He views the situation as a renegotiation aimed at a more equitable distribution of security costs between American and European partners.

Moldova advances in EU talks with Cluster 6

The Republic of Moldova has received an official invitation to present its negotiating position for Cluster 6: "External Relations." This is in preparation for the formal opening of these chapters at an upcoming Intergovernmental Accession Conference. The invitation was issued in a letter signed by Ambassador Aingeal O'Donoghue, who is the Chair of the Committee of Permanent Representatives (COREPER) and Head of the Irish Delegation, representing the country that currently holds the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union (EU).