Vladimir Bolea on Ukrainian grain transit: "We support it and profit from the CFM"

Chisinau is prepared to facilitate the transit of 4.5 million tons of Ukrainian grain to Romania using Moldovan railways. However, a final decision will depend on ongoing negotiations between the two parties. The government aims to transform this transportation into a profitable commercial venture for the state budget.

New fiscal policy draft was submitted to the IMF, Finance Minister seeks additional budget sources

The draft of the new fiscal policy for 2027 was submitted to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for review. Authorities are currently awaiting proposals from the business sector and civil society, which are due by August 21. Meanwhile, Minister Victoria Belous announces that the Ministry of Finance is seeking new sources of budget revenue to support the upcoming Wage Law.

Government warning: Moldova must rationalize water reserves before autumn rains

Moldova needs to conserve its water reserves until the autumn rains due to a severe hydrological drought and the ongoing decline in the level of the Nistru River. Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder said authorities must reduce pressure on water resources and develop long-term solutions.

Teachers' salary increase is uncertain; a solution is promised by the Education Minister before the school year starts

The Minister of Education and Research, Dan Perciun, promised that a solution to increase teachers' salaries will be found within two weeks, ahead of the start of the school year. This announcement comes in response to protests announced by unions after the government considered postponing salary increases from September 1 to align the Salary Law with the new fiscal policy.

Moldova appointed a new ambassador to Portugal and a consul general in Istanbul

Two consuls from the Republic of Moldova were recalled from their positions. One of them will be appointed as ambassador to another country. Meanwhile, our state will be represented in Serbia and Montenegro by Mihai Mîțu, the ambassador in Bucharest.

Prime Minister Tofan criticizes civil servants' "business tourism": "India and Mongolia aren't the right destinations"

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan reiterated his call for Cabinet members to limit "business tourism." At the beginning of the government meeting on August 12, the Head of the Executive emphasized that it is a priority for civil servants to remain in the country during this period. This presence is essential to ensure the necessary progress in the European integration processes.

Moldova may host the European Volleyball Championship

The collaboration between the Volleyball Federation of the Republic of Moldova and the European Volleyball Confederation is becoming more effective. Soon, our country will be able to host major competitions, a fact confirmed by Roko Sikiric, the president of the international forum.

25 apartment buildings can access energy rehab funds for lower heating bills

Twenty-five apartment buildings in the municipalities of Chișinău and Bălți, as well as in the districts of Drochia, Soroca, Florești, and Orhei, are set to undergo thermal renovation work. Tenants have received energy audit reports, which are the first mandatory step to access non-reimbursable financing.

Farmer in Causeni grows 74-kg watermelon

A remarkably large watermelon has become the highlight of the agricultural season. Weighing an impressive seventy-four kilograms, this giant fruit may soon break the national record. The achievement comes from a farmer in the village of Hagimus, located in the Căușeni district, and a local commission was present to officially monitor the weighing process.

Over 15,000 people employed since 2026

This year, over 15,000 individuals have secured jobs through the National Employment Agency (ANOFM). Among the beneficiaries, 4,525 are registered unemployed individuals, along with 346 people employed as daily workers or for fixed terms of up to three months.

French-led pipeline boosts Moldova water security

Prolonged drought, unreliable sources, and restricted drinking water access continue to strain communities across the Republic of Moldova. In response, the construction of the Chișinău–Strășeni–Călărași main water pipeline has emerged as one of the country's most critical hydro-infrastructure investments.

Moldova and Ukraine lower Nistru water discharge amid drought

Water discharge into the Nistru River will be reduced from 85 to 75 cubic meters per second through the end of August. The Dniester Commission reached the decision on Tuesday, August 11, following declining water storage at the Novodnestrovsk reservoir and dry weather forecasts for the next two months.