Moldova among European countries with the highest incarceration rates

The Republic of Moldova has one of the highest incarceration rates in Europe. According to a Council of Europe report, there were 245 prisoners for every 100,000 inhabitants in the country's prisons in 2025.

Maia Sandu reaffirms confidence in Moldova’s EU future

The Republic of Moldova aims to fully join the European Union by 2030, with European integration being seen as a "survival strategy for democracy" in light of threats from Russia, according to President Maia Sandu. The president stated that the authorities in Chisinau are continuing with reforms without waiting for all official decisions from European institutions.

MEP sees slim chances for opening Moldova’s first negotiation cluster by late June

Opening the first cluster of accession talks with the Republic of Moldova before the end of the Cypriot presidency of the Council of the EU in late June remains possible, but the chances appear slim at this stage, says European Parliament Vice President and MEP Nicolae Ștefănuță.

The Netherlands backs Moldova’s European path

The Netherlands has stood alongside the Republic of Moldova against hybrid threats and has helped protect the country’s elections, institutions, and democratic processes. President Maia Sandu made the statement during her working visit to The Hague.

Government commits 4.26 billion lei to support SMEs and boost competitiveness

The government plans to invest 4.26 billion lei over the next two years to foster entrepreneurship and enhance competitiveness through a program approved on Wednesday.

Parliament presented with major violations of children’s rights

The Republic of Moldova continues to face significant issues regarding children's rights, with violations occurring repeatedly from year to year. During parliamentary hearings on May 20, several key vulnerabilities highlighted in complaints submitted to the Ombudsman for Children's Rights in 2025 were identified. These include insufficient protection against violence, inadequate access to education and social assistance, and failures in ensuring the right to family integrity and fair trial in court.

Graduates offered allowances of up to 375,000 lei to teach in rural schools

Graduates who agree to be assigned to educational institutions located outside the cities of Chisinau and Balti will receive an increased allowance of up to 275,000 lei. Additionally, those who choose to study in fields with a significant teacher shortage will receive an allowance of 375,000 lei.

Pension rights extended to Moldovans residing in Slovakia

Moldovans who are working legally in Slovakia will be eligible to receive pensions once they reach retirement age. They will also have access to various social benefits during their employment, including compensation for work-related accidents, occupational diseases, and survivors' pensions. An agreement on social security between Moldova and Slovakia was signed in Bratislava in March 2026 and has been approved by the Chisinau Executive.

Moldova 1 TV leads audience ratings during Eurovision shows, peaking in the Final

The Eurovision Song Contest remains popular among viewers in Moldova. The public television channel, Moldova 1 TV, broadcast the semi-finals on May 12 and 14, and the final on May 16, achieving a significant audience share.

Deputy Prime Minister: Moldova needs 100,000 workers to boost productivity

The Republic of Moldova requires around 100,000 workers to boost productivity and, consequently, the economy. This is in contrast to the 300,000 foreign workers reported by the press. Deputy Prime Minister Eugen Osmochescu, Minister of Economic Development and Digitalization, provided these clarifications to address misinformation about a supposed "invasion" of foreign workers in the Moldovan labor market.

Families with disabled children will receive 3,000 lei in June

Families caring for children with disabilities will receive a one-time allowance of 3,000 lei in June. More than 13,500 children will benefit from this aid, according to a draft law approved by the Government on Wednesday.

Prime Minister Munteanu: IMF agreement shows Moldova is on the right track

The Republic of Moldova has entered into a new cooperation agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that will last for the next three years. Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu announced this agreement at the beginning of a government meeting on Wednesday, May 20.