Moldovan tourists with holiday vouchers can stay in 22 guesthouses

Tourists from the Republic of Moldova who receive holiday vouchers will have the opportunity to stay at 22 guesthouses, according to the National Tourism Office. This number is expected to increase in the future. Guesthouse owners believe that the holiday voucher program will provide them with the financial resources needed to offer a wider range of services throughout the year and help lower accommodation costs.

Baby boy weighing over 5 kilograms born at Chișinău municipal hospital

A rare and emotional event occurred at the "Gheorghe Paladi" Municipal Clinical Hospital in Chisinau. A 29-year-old woman from Chișinău gave birth to an impressive baby weighing 5,070 grams and measuring 58 centimeters in length. The baby is classified as macrosomic.

Chisinau hosts public flashmob against drug use

A mobilization took place in the center of the capital to address a growing issue that is negatively impacting the lives of many young people. Approximately 4,000 students participated in a flashmob titled "Life Matters! Say NO to Drugs!" The event was part of a municipal anti-drug initiative and aimed to respond to the rising consumption of illegal substances among minors.

MEP: Moldova may receive billions in EU pre-accession funds for 2028–2034

The Republic of Moldova may benefit from European pre-accession funds starting with the next multiannual budget of the European Union for the period of 2028–2034. Additionally, Brussels is considering a 10% increase in the European fund for enlargement. These statements were made by Romanian MEP Siegfried Mureșan, who is the chairman of the European Parliament delegation for relations with the Republic of Moldova, on Wednesday, May 13.

Moldova requires 300,000 more workers for EU-level productivity, Prime Minister

The Republic of Moldova requires at least 300,000 additional workers to meet the European Union's minimum productivity levels, as the labor shortage has emerged as a major issue for the economy, according to Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu. He noted that the Moldovan economy grew by 2.4% last year, surpassing the International Monetary Fund (IMF) estimates. The government's strategy continues to focus on encouraging investment and improving the population's income levels.

Alexandru Munteanu: Transnistrian reintegration is “about people, not territory”

The Republic of Moldova has a greater opportunity than ever to reintegrate the Transnistrian region. Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu states that this process "is not about territory, but about people." He emphasizes that the reintegration largely depends on the withdrawal of Russian troops. Meanwhile, the authorities in Chisinau are developing economic and administrative mechanisms to facilitate the connection between the two banks of the Nistru.

NATO reaffirms priority of protecting eastern flank, including Moldova’s security umbrella

Protecting the eastern flank, which offers a security umbrella to the Republic of Moldova, is a NATO priority. This was highlighted by the heads of state and senior officials who convened on May 13 at the eleventh Bucharest 9 Summit. In this context, experts suggest that our country could benefit from enhanced support for its cybersecurity and military modernization.

Unauthorized drone enters Moldova’s airspace; northern flights temporarily restricted

A drone recently flew over Moldovan airspace without authorization. Authorities have activated monitoring systems and implemented temporary measures to restrict air traffic in the northern part of the country.

Minister: Family Festival will bring generations closer together

Chisinau will host a festival on May 16 to celebrate the International Day of Families. The event, titled "Families, Inequalities and Child Well-Being," will emphasize family diversity, social inclusion, and intergenerational closeness.

B9 Summit in Bucharest reaffirms support for Moldova and Ukraine

Leaders from 15 countries, along with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, gathered in Bucharest for the Bucharest Format 9 (B9) and Nordic Summit. The event is co-chaired by Romanian President Nicușor Dan and Polish leader Karol Nawrocki. This summit provides an opportunity to review the implementation of NATO commitments and reaffirm support for Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova, as highlighted by the Romanian head of state.

Health Minister condemns corruption amid scandal at Florești District Hospital

The Ministry of Health strongly condemns any form of corruption within medical institutions and promises full cooperation with law enforcement agencies in investigating the illegal issuance of medical certificates at Florești District Hospital.

Government allocates 50 million lei to support affected farmers

Farmers who lost a significant portion of their corn and sunflower harvests due to last year's severe drought will receive financial support totalling 50 million lei. The government has approved this funding, which will be allocated from the National Fund for the Development of Agriculture and Rural Environment.