Moldovan motorcyclist dies in Warsaw crash near airport

A 27-year-old Moldovan national died late Tuesday in a violent motorcycle collision in Warsaw, Polish authorities confirmed. Moldova’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that its embassy in Poland is in direct contact with local officials to provide all necessary consular assistance.

Typhoon Dolphin slams eastern China, forcing 1M to evacuate

Typhoon Dolphin, the strongest tropical cyclone to strike China this year, slammed into the country's eastern coast on Sunday, August 9. The storm unleashed torrential downpours and gale-force winds, triggering widespread flooding and devastating landslides. Transport networks across eastern China suffered severe disruptions, forcing over one million residents to evacuate their homes.

Drone attack on Russia's Nizhnekamsk kills 13, hits industrial sites

A massive morning drone attack on Nizhnekamsk, Tatarstan, killed at least 13 people—including a child—and injured 39 others on August 10, according to Russian officials.

Moldovan trade mission to Vienna opens for registration

Moldovan companies can now register for an official trade mission to Vienna, taking place from September 8–10, 2026. The event aims to boost exports, attract foreign investment, and establish strategic partnerships between Moldovan and Austrian businesses.

Costești: The Moldovan village generating €46M turnover

Home to more residents than several district capitals, the village of Costești generates nearly a quarter of the Ialoveni district's total business revenue. The local economy is a primary driver of national trade, accounting for roughly 40% of Moldova's honey exports.

Moldovan farmer invests €405k to boost tomato value addition

Vasile Spînu, a tomato grower from Ratuș village in the Criuleni District, has upgraded his processing operations to capture higher value from his harvest. By converting raw produce into tomato juice, the farm secures an additional revenue stream directly from its five-hectare cultivation.

Russian strike on Sumy injures 14, including child

A Russian attack on the Ukrainian city of Sumy injured at least 14 people overnight on August 10, including a 14-year-old child. Russian forces launched five guided aerial bombs, striking civilian infrastructure at three locations across two districts.

Moldova requires country of origin on all food price tags

Effective August 10, all food products offered for sale in Moldovan retail stores must explicitly display their country of origin on price tags. Non-compliant merchants face fines of up to €612 (approx. 12,000 MDL), with inspectors from the National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) launching compliance checks on day one.

Homemade chicken soup festival in Sipoteni: Chefs from across Moldova compete

The aroma of homemade chicken soup filled the streets of Sipoteni village in the Călărași district on Sunday, as a festival dedicated to this traditional dish took place. This event, which has become a beloved tradition, attracted dozens of locals, representatives of the diaspora, and enthusiasts of Moldovan cuisine. Chefs from all over the country competed for the title of the best chicken soup.

Paun Rohovei on drone production in Moldova: “Every state has the right to build its own defense system”

The Republic of Moldova has the right to develop its own drone production capabilities, irrespective of its neutrality status, according to Paun Rohovei, the Ukrainian ambassador to Chisinau. In an interview with the "Dimensiunea Diplomatică" program on Moldova 1, the ambassador discussed the lessons Ukraine has learned during the war and emphasized the important role that unmanned technologies can play in enhancing regional security.

International experience, career at home: How can Moldova bring young people from the diaspora back?

More than 150 young Moldovans, both from the country and the diaspora, gathered on Sunday for the Diaspora Youth Forum, themed "From Education in the Diaspora to a Career at Home." Participants discussed the possibilities of returning to the Republic of Moldova and identified the changes needed to ensure that the education and experience gained abroad can be effectively utilized at home.

Ukrainian Ambassador on EU accession obstacles for Moldova and Ukraine: “No one can forbid a people from shaping its future”

Integration into the European Union is a priority for Ukraine, and the European path of the Republic of Moldova is a choice of its people that cannot be hindered by other states, says the Ambassador of Ukraine to Chisinau, Paun Rohovei. The diplomat spoke about the accession process of the two countries during the August 9 edition of the "Dimensiunea Diplomatica" program on Moldova 1.