Electronic identity wallet to be unveiled at Moldova Digital Summit 2026

Chisinau will host the 15th edition of the Moldova Digital Summit at the beginning of this summer. The event is scheduled for June 5 and 6 and will gather representatives from the government, the IT industry, the education sector, and international experts in digital technologies. The organisers emphasise that this event highlights the rapid growth of the ICT sector in the Republic of Moldova and the country's increasing integration into the European digital ecosystem.

Government appoints the administrator of the Packaging Deposit System

The Public Association "ECO-RET MOLDOVA" will be appointed as the administrator of the Packaging Deposit System. This decision is set to be approved at the government meeting on Wednesday, May 20. Once approved, it will pave the way for the launch of the system that financially incentivizes citizens to return plastic, glass, or metal beverage containers.

Renovated sports hall at the Republican Sports Lyceum will host international competitions

The Republican Sports Lyceum in Chisinau has undergone significant renovations, thanks to an investment of approximately 10 million lei from the Ministry of Education and Research. The newly refurbished multi-purpose hall will serve as a training facility for 11 different sports disciplines and will play a key role in supporting the national teams of the Republic of Moldova. This facility will host training sessions, competitions, camps, and both national and international sporting events.

Education Ministry will offer incentives to teachers who teach Romanian in Gagauzia

The Ministry of Education and Research has announced that starting this year, it will provide financial incentives for Romanian-speaking teachers who transfer to educational institutions in Gagauzia. This initiative aims to enhance the availability of education in Romanian within the autonomous region, according to Minister Dan Perciun.

Russia uses citizenship to strengthen its regional influence, says Alexandru Flenchea: “A Russian passport comes with obligations”

The recent decree signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin simplifies the process for residents of the left bank of the Nistru to obtain Russian citizenship. This move represents a new effort by the Kremlin to strengthen its influence in the region. Former Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, Alexandru Flenchea, has warned that this tactic could be used to recruit Moldovan citizens.

Young man abducted and illegally detained in Tiraspol, Promo-LEX calls for urgent state intervention

The Promo-LEX Association urges the country's leadership to intervene urgently for the release of Emilian Ceban, a young man who has been illegally detained for nearly four years in the Transnistrian region. This detention occurred after he refused to sign a long-term contract with the so-called Ministry of Defense in Tiraspol upon reaching the age of majority. He also expressed his intention to leave the illegal paramilitary system in which he had been trained since childhood.

Moldova wins a medal and an honorable mention at the European Girls’ Informatics Olympiad

The Republic of Moldova secured a bronze medal and an honorable mention at the 5th European Olympiad in Informatics for Girls, held from May 12 to 18 in Cesenatico, Italy.

“Teleradio-Moldova” Director General Vlad Țurcanu announced his resignation

Vlad Țurcanu, the General Director of "Teleradio-Moldova," announced his resignation on May 18 during a press conference held two days after the Eurovision Song Contest final. His decision came in response to criticism regarding the national jury's voting in this music competition. He emphasized that the jury failed to consider the sensitivities that exist between the Republic of Moldova and its neighboring countries, Romania and Ukraine.

Moldova seeks support to modernize its healthcare system at the 79th WHO meeting

The Republic of Moldova is aligning its healthcare reforms with global trends and seeking international support for the modernization of its healthcare system at the World Health Assembly in Geneva. The 79th General Assembly of the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights several critical issues facing healthcare systems worldwide, including preparedness for future pandemics, the lack of health financing, and the impacts of climate change on populations.

“Romanian Literature Days” returns to Chișinău with debates on Shakespeare, manipulation, and hip-hop

The 10th edition of the "Romanian Literature Days" Festival in Chișinău will kick off on Monday, May 18. The event will span six days and feature public readings, thematic debates, and meetings with writers from the Republic of Moldova, Romania, and the diaspora. The organizers announced a diverse program that includes discussions on the relevance of Shakespeare, the topic of information manipulation, and a dialogue on the relationship between hip-hop and contemporary poetry.

“Work must be legal”: how to secure your pension after working in Moldova and abroad

Moldovan citizens who have officially lived and worked abroad can apply for a pension from abroad upon their return to the Republic of Moldova. Additionally, Moldovans who have worked in the country but are currently employed abroad can also benefit from this opportunity. This is made possible through 18 bilateral agreements in the field of social security, which have been ratified and are enforced by the National Social Insurance House (CNAS).

EU delivers final batch of equipment to Moldova for the Nistru pollution control

The Republic of Moldova has received a new shipment of materials for pollution management on the Nistru. This assistance is part of the project "EU4Moldova Resilience - Safe States, Resilient Communities", which is funded by the European Commission through the Service for Foreign Policy Instruments and implemented by Solidarity Fund Poland.