Moldova to revamp school curriculum under Estonian model

Moldova will launch a nationwide school curriculum reform in September 2027, introducing Estonian-aligned mathematics, earlier computer science classes, and modern textbooks, Education and Research Minister Dan Perciun said.

Russian strike triggers new airspace violation in Moldova

An unauthorized airborne target breached Moldovan airspace on August 26, entering near the southeastern border village of Palanca in the Ștefan Vodă district at 17:38.

Moldova moves to cut red tape for booming dental tourism

Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan has instructed Health Minister Alexandru Gasnas to present comprehensive deregulation measures for private dental clinics at the next cabinet meeting. The directive follows consultations with medical tourism industry leaders who cited severe administrative bottlenecks and disproportionate licensing burdens.

Moldova expands starter bonuses for vocational and university teachers

The Government of Moldova approved a measure on August 26 to extend its early-career bonus scheme to graduates entering vocational schools, colleges, and universities. Previously, these state-backed signing allowances were available exclusively to primary and secondary school teachers.

Moldova extends energy and water alert states for 30 days

Moldova has extended its sector-wide energy and hydrological states of alert for an additional 30 days during a cabinet meeting on August 26. The decision addresses persistent supply chain disruptions in refined petroleum markets and critical water depletion across major transboundary reservoirs.

La Strada Moldova: 25 years of anti-trafficking and digital safety

Over 300,000 individuals counseled and nearly 1,300 direct victims assisted mark the 25-year milestone of the International Center "La Strada" Moldova.

Moldova to tax Transnistrian luxury imports starting September 1

The Moldovan Government is initiating a phased harmonization of the tax and customs regime applied to goods imported by businesses located in the breakaway Transnistrian region. The first set of duties will take effect on September 1.

Moldovan migrants face deportation risks over Russian tracking app

Migranții moldoveni riscă să fie deportați din Rusia și să primească interdicție de intrare pentru câțiva ani din cauza unor erori tehnice ale aplicației „Amina”, avertizează Ministerul Afacerilor Externe (MAE) de la Chișinău. Potrivit instituției, aplicația dezvoltată de Ministerul Afacerilor Interne al Federației Ruse monitorizează digital cetățenii străini, iar defecțiunile tehnice pot avea consecințe asupra statutului lor legal.

Zelensky awards Elon Musk Ukraine's Order of Liberty

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has awarded American billionaire and tech entrepreneur Elon Musk the Order of Liberty, according to a presidential decree signed on August 26, 2026.

Moldova names Romania ex-minister Claudiu Năsui as economy head

Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan announced a strategic cabinet reshuffle on August 25, nominating former Romanian Economy Minister Claudiu Năsui as the new Minister of Economic Development and Digitalization.

Russian firms shun Ukraine war volunteers despite state push

Russian businesses are showing significant reluctance to hire veterans returning from the war in Ukraine, particularly those who volunteered for frontline service. The trend highlights a sharp divide between the Kremlin's public praise of returning soldiers and the reality of the domestic labor market.

Moldova to build new palliative care centre with UK charity

Moldova is set to establish a new specialised palliative care centre under a memorandum of understanding signed between the Ministry of Health and the charitable organisation Hospices of Hope Moldova.