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Important events

The European Union has begun discussing its trillion-budget
The European Union has begun complex negotiations on a new multiannual budget for 2028–2034 totaling approximately 2 trillion euros. Two blocs of countries have clearly emerged, each holding opposing positions on the size of the planned total budget. The “rich countries” of northwestern Europe, whose contributions largely make up the overall budget, are insisting on cuts. The group of poorer countries in the southeast, however, is unwilling to make any sacrifices.
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Business & Companies

Soccer and Formula 1 Have Brought New Customers to Lego

The Danish Lego Group increased its sales by 21% in the first half of 2026, expanding its customer base by attracting new buyers. Sets themed around the World Cup and Formula 1, among other things, helped drive this additional demand.

Soccer and Formula 1 Have Brought New Customers to Lego

Soccer and Formula 1 Have Brought New Customers to Lego
25 August 2026

ODA is launching a new round of grants for entrepreneurship development
25 August 2026

Moldova has extended the privatization of four state-owned enterprises until October
20 August 2026

Government support for investments in manufacturing will be doubled
19 August 2026

Soccer and Formula 1 Have Brought New Customers to Lego
Carriers’ risk levels will be reflected in the state registry

17 August 2026
More than 1,000 aspiring entrepreneurs completed free training in Moldova

15 August 2026
Pandora Finds a Way to Grow Amid Weak Demand in the U.S.

14 August 2026
A Moldovan company recycles paper waste into eco-friendly packaging

13 August 2026

Top News

Hostages of the Market or Strategic Planning Mistakes?

Social and political tensions are once again running high in Moldova’s energy sector. Increases in gas and electricity rates are inevitable. And this is happening ahead of the fall and winter period of increased energy consumption, which will also affect utility bills. The authorities never tire of repeating that they are not to blame—the situation on the markets is beyond their control.

Hostages of the Market or Strategic Planning Mistakes?

Hostages of the Market or Strategic Planning Mistakes?
19 August 2026

Teacher Pay Raises: Are Both Teachers and Ministers Waiting for Decisions?
12 August 2026

Five Priorities for Carrying Out Vasile Tofan’s Challenging Mission
23 July 2026

Support for business and government reform have become the cornerstones of the new government’s agenda
20 July 2026

Hostages of the Market or Strategic Planning Mistakes?
From Square Meters to Projects: How to Address the Housing Crisis in Moldova

17 July 2026
GRECO has called on European governments to step up the fight against corruption. A message for Moldova

30 June 2026
Moldova in the Age of AI: What Niche Can a Small Economy Fill?

24 June 2026
The Venice Commission Has Pointed Out the Risks of Moldova’s Judicial Vetting Reform

17 June 2026

Politics & Economy

Romania Has Passed a Controversial Law on Terminating the Terms of Office of Public Officials

On Wednesday, the Romanian Senate approved an ethics law with an amendment that could lead to the removal from office of Timisoara Mayor and “Alliance for the Salvation of Romania” (USR) leader Dominic Fritz.

Romania Has Passed a Controversial Law on Terminating the Terms of Office of Public Officials

Romania Has Passed a Controversial Law on Terminating the Terms of Office of Public Officials
26 August 2026

The Pillars of the Economy and Misleading Signals to the Government
26 August 2026

Moldova and NATO Discussed Deepening Cooperation
26 August 2026

Before nominating Năsui, Tofan consulted with Romanian Prime Minister Bolojan
26 August 2026

Romania Has Passed a Controversial Law on Terminating the Terms of Office of Public Officials
“Forța Fermierilor” welcomes—with some reservations—the government’s decision to require licenses for raw material imports

26 August 2026
Ion Sturza on Nesuia’s appointment: “Moldova isn’t bankrupt, and its citizens aren’t just entries in an Excel spreadsheet”

26 August 2026
“China Won the War in Iran.” How Trump Is Helping China Become Great Again

26 August 2026
Ukraine is seeking to resume exports of poultry products to Japan after a five-year hiatus

25 August 2026
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Banks & Finance

Commemorative Coins for Independence Day

The National Bank of Moldova (NBM) put two new coins into circulation on August 26 to mark the 35th anniversary of the Republic of Moldova’s declaration of independence: a silver collector’s coin with a face value of 100 lei and a commemorative coin for circulation with a face value of 10 lei.

Commemorative Coins for Independence Day

Commemorative Coins for Independence Day
26 August 2026

The Cabinet of Ministers approved a schedule for the implementation of VAT and excise taxes in Transnistria
26 August 2026

A fee of 0.5% of the investment will be calculated for each property
26 August 2026

The country is seeing an increase in foreign currency reserves
26 August 2026

Commemorative Coins for Independence Day
Banks Have Stated Their Position on Tax Policy – 2027

25 August 2026
Romanian companies have sharply increased their foreign-currency loans

25 August 2026
The Ministry of Finance and the World Bank Discussed Priorities

25 August 2026
Parliament approved a bill on central securities depositories in its first reading

25 August 2026

City & Regions

Emergency response services in Moldova and Romania conducted flood preparedness drills

Joint rescue exercises involving Moldovan and Romanian rescue teams were held in the north of the republic. Specialists and volunteers from the Glodeni district, as well as from the town of Buchechf and the commune of Hudesht in the Romanian county of Botoșani, practiced procedures for a large-scale flood and tested the readiness of the two countries’ emergency services to respond promptly to emergencies.

Emergency response services in Moldova and Romania conducted flood preparedness drills

Emergency response services in Moldova and Romania conducted flood preparedness drills
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Traffic will be suspended tomorrow in the center of the capital
26 August 2026

The Kelmentsy-Larga border crossing between Ukraine and Moldova has been modernized
26 August 2026

From 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. on August 25, traffic in the capital’s downtown area will be suspended
25 August 2026

Emergency response services in Moldova and Romania conducted flood preparedness drills
In Merculești, an inventory of assets was taken prior to their transfer to Chisinau Airport

25 August 2026
The water supply situation in Chisinau is under control

24 August 2026
Contracts worth 5.5 million euros have been signed for a waste management system

24 August 2026
National highways will be inspected every five years to identify hazardous sections

24 August 2026

Accidents

New outbreaks of African swine fever are being contained in Moldova
Efforts Are Underway in Hungary to Save the Paks Nuclear Power Plant

18 August 2026
“Ukrainian Transit” Is Under Threat Due to the Condition of Moldova’s Railroad Infrastructure

18 August 2026
Seven grain cars derailed on their way to Giurgiulești

16 August 2026
An explosion occurred at the Port of Rotterdam: it is Europe’s main energy hub

13 August 2026

Agribusiness & Winemaking

The government has standardized the requirements for the inspection of livestock products
Moldova’s Ministry of Agriculture is drawing on the experience of Latvian agricultural consultants

25 August 2026
Loans to farmers under IFAD projects will become more affordable

24 August 2026
2026 Harvest Forecast and Prices for Wine Grapes in Moldova

24 August 2026
Onion prices are falling in Moldova

23 August 2026

Art & Culture

Netflix Lost Subscribers Due to a Poor Release Schedule

Netflix gained about 900,000 new subscribers in the second quarter—one of the company’s weakest performances in recent years. According to Wolfe Research, the reason may not be a decline in viewer interest, but rather an unfavorable release schedule for new series and movies.

Netflix Lost Subscribers Due to a Poor Release Schedule

Netflix Lost Subscribers Due to a Poor Release Schedule
25 August 2026

The Netherlands is boycotting “Eurovision 2027”, calling the contest a platform for division
24 August 2026

The National Library will showcase documents marking the 35th anniversary of Moldova’s independence
23 August 2026

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is exhibiting the oldest surviving fragment of Homer’s *Odyssey*
20 August 2026

Netflix Lost Subscribers Due to a Poor Release Schedule
Plans are in place to restore the lake at the Village Museum in Chisinau after it has become shallower

20 August 2026
The Minister of Culture Asks for the Return of U.S. Grants for Moldovan Media Outlets

19 August 2026
The submission period for the National Award, which carries a prize of 100,000 lei, will run through September 18

18 August 2026
Stolen Cézanne, Matisse, and Renoir Paintings Worth $10.4 Million Found in Parma

17 August 2026
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Artificial Intelligence

IBM report confirms companies are moving towards an era of ‘AI CEOs’

Culture

Oscar organizers have banned AI-generated actors and scripts

Digitalization

Asia is building a $70 billion “digital superhighway”

On May 4, the Asian Development Bank announced a project that could change the way we use technology forever. It’s about creating a giant network that connects energy and the Internet across the continent, from Tokyo to the remote corners of Southeast Asia. This is not just a construction project, but an attempt to turn the entire region into a single supercomputer. The bank is ready to allocate $70 billion for this by 2035.

Asia is building a $70 billion “digital superhighway”

Asia is building a $70 billion “digital superhighway”
04 May 2026

Courts will be able to hold sessions online
03 May 2026

The Art of Market Manipulation by Ilon Musk
03 May 2026

Moldova and Japan strengthen digital cooperation
02 May 2026

Asia is building a $70 billion “digital superhighway”

Economy & Law

The confiscated assets will be used for social purposes. The regulation has taken effect

The regulations governing the management of confiscated property for the benefit of society have been published and have entered into force. The document was developed to implement the provisions of the Law on the Use of Confiscated Property for Social Purposes or in the Public Interest.

The confiscated assets will be used for social purposes. The regulation has taken effect

The confiscated assets will be used for social purposes. The regulation has taken effect
26 August 2026

Moldova, Ukraine, and Romania Conducted a Joint Customs Operation
26 August 2026

In Moldova, criminals laundered money through housing construction
26 August 2026

Moldova Filed Its First European Patent Application After Joining the EPC
26 August 2026

The confiscated assets will be used for social purposes. The regulation has taken effect
The provision of government procurement services will be limited to a specific list

26 August 2026
Arbitration will become more predictable

25 August 2026
Copyright regulations in design are being updated

25 August 2026
Margarint: The new definition of disinformation creates a risk of selective interpretations

25 August 2026

Education

Business on diplomas will be discussed in parliament

The problem of trade in theses and dissertations in Moldova has become so obvious that the authorities are forced to bring it to the level of parliamentary discussions and prepare systematic measures for its suppression.

Business on diplomas will be discussed in parliament

Business on diplomas will be discussed in parliament
03 May 2026

Business on diplomas will be discussed in parliament

Electricity

The Straseni-Gutinas line will be given the status of a strategic project

The Ministry of Energy initiated the process of granting the status of a strategic object of national interest for the country’s energy security to the construction of the 400 kV Straseni-Gutinas transmission line, as well as the modernization of the 330 kV power plant in Straseni.

The Straseni-Gutinas line will be given the status of a strategic project

The Straseni-Gutinas line will be given the status of a strategic project
05 May 2026

The Straseni-Gutinas line will be given the status of a strategic project

Energy

Trump Declared a State of Emergency in the U.S.

U.S. President Donald Trump has decided to declare a state of emergency due to risks to the country’s power grid. He has restricted the use of foreign equipment in this sector.

Trump Declared a State of Emergency in the U.S.

Trump Declared a State of Emergency in the U.S.
Today, 09:59

Tofan: The most vulnerable will not feel the price hikes during the cold season
26 August 2026

Moldova and Ukraine will try to find a solution to the problem of water levels in the Dniester River
25 August 2026

The rise in fuel prices slowed briefly
25 August 2026

Trump Declared a State of Emergency in the U.S.
The Cernavodă Nuclear Power Plant Has Not Yet Resumed Operations

24 August 2026
Work to improve energy efficiency will begin at the Diomid German Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery

24 August 2026
A campaign to promote solid biofuel is launching in Moldova ahead of the heating season

24 August 2026
Renewable Energy Auction Raises Questions About Transparency

24 August 2026

European Integration

Larisa Mikulets leaves the Presidential Administration and goes to Ireland with a diplomatic mission
In Cyprus, EU countries discussed the importance of enlargement and the rule of law

11 May 2026
Conferences, speeches, national cuisines and lots of music: how Europe Day is going on

9 May 2026
Cypriot president to visit Chisinau on May 9

8 May 2026
Kaya Callas goes to Chisinau, but will not stay for Europe Day celebrations

5 May 2026

Events

Moldova is celebrating its 35th anniversary with a parade, a concert, and visits from the leaders of Romania and Ukraine

Moldova is celebrating 35 years of independence with a grand military parade, visits from the leaders of Romania and Ukraine, and a 10-million-strong evening concert. Road closures are expected in the capital, and the airport is switching to special operating procedures. The motto for the anniversary year is “Independence That Unites Us.”

Moldova is celebrating its 35th anniversary with a parade, a concert, and visits from the leaders of Romania and Ukraine

Moldova is celebrating its 35th anniversary with a parade, a concert, and visits from the leaders of Romania and Ukraine
Today, 08:00

The chance to be named Winemaker of the Year
26 August 2026

“The Giant Grape Cluster” and Other Achievements of Moldovan Viticulture at the Festival in Chimishlia
24 August 2026

Chisinau Will Host a Major Security Forum
24 August 2026

Moldova is celebrating its 35th anniversary with a parade, a concert, and visits from the leaders of Romania and Ukraine
The government has announced a program of events to mark the 35th anniversary of Moldova’s independence

22 August 2026
Farmers in Moldova will learn from the experience of nut growers in Southern Europe

21 August 2026
Moldova’s culinary traditions will be showcased at the grape festival

20 August 2026
Honey Fair and Exhibition for “Beekeeper’s Day” in Chisinau

18 August 2026

Export & Import

Wine exports have declined
Import Licensing vs. the “Banana Republic” Economy

18 August 2026
A scheme for the illegal import of electric scooters from China has been uncovered

18 August 2026
Exports are growing, but imports are putting pressure on the economy

17 August 2026
Geography of Moldovan Corn Exports in July: From Lebanon to Ukraine

15 August 2026

FinTech

Scandal amid digital rights: Zambia canceled RightsCon’s biggest forum

The Zambian government has canceled at the last minute the RightsCon 2026 conference that was to be held in Lusaka from May 5 to 8. The forum is considered the largest global platform at the intersection of technology, human rights and digital politics.

Scandal amid digital rights: Zambia canceled RightsCon’s biggest forum

Scandal amid digital rights: Zambia canceled RightsCon’s biggest forum
05 May 2026

Bitcoin retargets the $80,000 mark amid rising stocks and lower oil prices due to optimism about Iran
02 May 2026

Scandal amid digital rights: Zambia canceled RightsCon’s biggest forum

Gas

Pipeline laying work has begun for Romania’s largest offshore gas project in the Black Sea

Work has begun on laying pipelines for Romania’s Neptun Deep gas project in the Black Sea, one of the European Union’s largest energy fields with estimated reserves of 100 billion cubic meters of recoverable gas.

Pipeline laying work has begun for Romania’s largest offshore gas project in the Black Sea

Pipeline laying work has begun for Romania’s largest offshore gas project in the Black Sea
06 May 2026

The EU has overpaid about €30 billion for oil and gas since the beginning of the Iran crisis
05 May 2026

Strategic gas reserves will be increased
03 May 2026

Nikushore Dan: US LNG sales in the region need serious investment
02 May 2026

Pipeline laying work has begun for Romania’s largest offshore gas project in the Black Sea

Global Economy

In Argentina, 30,000 companies have closed in three years due to Milei’s reforms

Thousands of small business owners and self-employed individuals in Argentina protested on August 19 in Plaza de Mayo in Buenos Aires, in front of the government palace, over the closure of more than 30,000 companies.

In Argentina, 30,000 companies have closed in three years due to Milei’s reforms

In Argentina, 30,000 companies have closed in three years due to Milei’s reforms
26 August 2026

Meta Will Pay Billions and Tighten Rules for Teens
26 August 2026

IMF: The global economy is weathering the energy shock better than expected
26 August 2026

Gas prices on European exchanges continue to rise
26 August 2026

In Argentina, 30,000 companies have closed in three years due to Milei’s reforms
The EU has recorded its first trade deficit since 2023

26 August 2026
Russia Is Seeking Alternative Grain Export Routes

25 August 2026
Hundreds of tanks sent by the Allies to Ukraine are being used as tractors

25 August 2026
China warned the U.S. that it would protect its interests in response to sanctions against Iran

25 August 2026

Global Markets

Paris holds maximum house prices

Paris is still the most expensive city on the secondary housing market in France. The average price here reaches about 10 thousand euros per square meter, and this is almost twice as high as in most major cities of the country.

Paris holds maximum house prices

Paris holds maximum house prices
05 May 2026

OPEC+ members to increase oil production
04 May 2026

Luxury real estate price growth in the world is declining
02 May 2026

Paris holds maximum house prices

Green Economy

By 2031, Moldova will reduce its plastic use by 20%

Starting in 2027, plastic manufacturers will be required to gradually reduce the supply on the market. The supply must decrease by 5% each year. That is, by 5% in 2028, by 10% in 2029, by 15% in 2030, and by 20% in 2031.

By 2031, Moldova will reduce its plastic use by 20%

By 2031, Moldova will reduce its plastic use by 20%
19 July 2026

There are more than 60 “emerald sites” in Moldova
29 April 2026

Moldova prepares a base for attracting green investments within the Net-Zero Industry
28 April 2026

The year 2026: will there be new temperature records?
25 April 2026

By 2031, Moldova will reduce its plastic use by 20%
Ilya Trombitsky: “The situation with the Dniester is unique – the river has never been so dry before”

22 April 2026
The Earth is losing its largest inland body of water. What is happening to the Caspian Sea?

22 April 2026
Moldovan contribution to “Earth Day”

22 April 2026
EU tightens rules on food packaging

10 April 2026

Healthcare

Experts will study the effects of lead on newborns

The Republic of Moldova plans to expand the system of human biomonitoring, including newborns. The initiative is implemented by the National Agency of Public Health within the framework of the scientific program on chemical risk assessment.

Experts will study the effects of lead on newborns

Experts will study the effects of lead on newborns
04 May 2026

Maia Sandu urged citizens to study recommendations on actions in emergency situations
03 May 2026

WHO calls for reduction of coercive measures in psychiatry
02 May 2026

The fight against pandemics is on hold
02 May 2026

Experts will study the effects of lead on newborns

Infrastructure

Moldova participated in the summit on financing sustainable transport

Infrastructure financing, transport corridor development, logistics modernization, digitalization of transport processes and the use of innovative technologies to improve efficiency and connectivity were the focus of discussions at the annual summit of the International Transport Forum (IFT).

Moldova participated in the summit on financing sustainable transport

Moldova participated in the summit on financing sustainable transport
08 May 2026

In Moldova, the majority of housing is concentrated in rural areas
04 May 2026

Moldova’s housing stock has successfully survived the millennium milestone
02 May 2026

Moldova participated in the summit on financing sustainable transport

International Trade

African and Caribbean countries demand billions of dollars in reparations from Europe

Investments & Markets

Bernstein expects Bitcoin to rise to $300,000 by the end of 2029

Bitcoin could nearly quadruple in price thanks to renewed interest in assets capable of retaining their value as the dollar weakens, according to analysts at Bernstein. According to their forecast, as reported by CNBC, the price of the largest cryptocurrency will jump to $300,000 per token by the end of 2029—about 280% higher than current levels. And by mid-2027, Bitcoin could reach a new all-time high of $150,000, according to Bernstein’s estimates.

Bernstein expects Bitcoin to rise to $300,000 by the end of 2029

Bernstein expects Bitcoin to rise to $300,000 by the end of 2029
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Gold’s rise is fueled by speculation
25 August 2026

The next cycle will be “the most powerful in history.” Factors driving Bitcoin’s growth
25 August 2026

Bitcoin rose by a record $14,000 over the course of the week
24 August 2026

Bernstein expects Bitcoin to rise to $300,000 by the end of 2029
Anthropic’s IPO could break SpaceX’s record. But there is a risk of overvaluation

23 August 2026
Moldova is seeking new investments and to expand economic cooperation with Turkey

23 August 2026
Authorities will take control of the cryptocurrency market

22 August 2026
Bitcoin approached $80,000 and had its best week since 2023. What’s next?

22 August 2026

IT Market

Government unblocks 80 million lei for “Moldova HiTech Park”

The government proposes to change the rules of operation of the company “Moldova HiTech Park” in order to start using the 80 million lei budgeted for 2026. Currently, due to the lack of a clear mechanism, this money is virtually “frozen”.

Government unblocks 80 million lei for “Moldova HiTech Park”

Government unblocks 80 million lei for “Moldova HiTech Park”
04 May 2026

Government unblocks 80 million lei for “Moldova HiTech Park”

Logos Press Exclusive

Eugeniu Antoci: “The Concept Store offers a different experience for Adidas shoppers.”

Adidas has made a major entrance into the Moldovan sports retail market. At the end of August, a new franchise store for the brand—operating as a concept store—will open at the Grand Hall shopping center. How does it differ from the Adidas Factory Outlet already operating at Port Mall? Why was Grand Hall chosen for the project? And to what extent does the brand’s local partner retain its autonomy? Logos Press spoke with Eugeniu Antoci, director of the Adidas chain in Moldova, to find out.

Eugeniu Antoci: “The Concept Store offers a different experience for Adidas shoppers.”

Eugeniu Antoci: “The Concept Store offers a different experience for Adidas shoppers.”
25 August 2026

Geopolitical Obstacles to AI Regulation
23 August 2026

Only protectionism can protect European industry
22 August 2026

Europe Failed the Ceuta Test
16 August 2026

Eugeniu Antoci: “The Concept Store offers a different experience for Adidas shoppers.”
Excess savings are causing a new “China shock”

15 August 2026
The Decline of the ICC

13 August 2026
A Canary in the Artificial Intelligence Coal Mine

8 August 2026
The United States is defying international law

7 August 2026

Moldova’s Economy

The state of heightened readiness in the energy and hydrology sectors has been extended by 30 days
Statistics Show a Boom in Trucking

25 August 2026
Eugeniu Osmochescu will move to the Ministry of Agriculture, and a Romanian lawmaker will be appointed to his position

25 August 2026
Fitch Ratings has lowered its economic growth forecast for Moldova for 2026

24 August 2026
ANAF in Romania will begin determining the amount of social security contributions on its own

24 August 2026

Municipalities

There are not enough cemetery spaces in the town of Cricova

The town of Cricova, part of the Chisinau municipality, is facing an acute shortage of burial places, forcing the local authorities to look for a solution to expand the existing cemeteries. In this context, a group of deputies proposes to transfer a land plot of 0.8754 hectares from the state property to the Cricova City Hall.

There are not enough cemetery spaces in the town of Cricova

There are not enough cemetery spaces in the town of Cricova
04 May 2026

Six out of ten crimes are committed in an urban environment, a third in the capital city
04 May 2026

The war reminds of itself not only by dates
04 May 2026

The capital is preparing to celebrate May 9
03 May 2026

There are not enough cemetery spaces in the town of Cricova

Point of View

Expert: The increase in bank loan rates will be modest

The draft tax policy for 2027 proposes raising the corporate income tax rate for the financial sector from 12% to 18% for the entire tax year. This proposal has drawn comments from both experts and the general public.

Expert: The increase in bank loan rates will be modest

Expert: The increase in bank loan rates will be modest
07 August 2026

A Country Without a Common Future
04 August 2026

Expert: Sentiment in the construction industry is generally optimistic
26 July 2026

Moldova’s European Transition Requires an Internal Partnership
13 July 2026

Expert: The increase in bank loan rates will be modest
More than 88,000 apartments and houses stand vacant in Chisinau

6 July 2026
The Prime Minister Is Stepping Down: Déjà Vu

4 July 2026
Won’t forests save the planet from overheating?

3 July 2026
Opinion: We Can’t Sacrifice Industry for the Sake of the Climate

1 July 2026

Pro Business

Leaders of Moldova’s food industry are calling on the government to restore competition

More than 20 companies and two associations of food industry manufacturers have appealed to Prime Minister Vasile Tofan and Deputy Prime Minister Eugen Osmocescu, asking them to review the package of proposals they have drafted. The package is aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of this vital sector of the national economy. The core of the proposals is to restore a competitive environment in Moldova’s sugar market.

Leaders of Moldova’s food industry are calling on the government to restore competition

Leaders of Moldova’s food industry are calling on the government to restore competition
30 July 2026

A Delicious Business, or the Chocolate Story of the Bucuria Factory
27 July 2026

Regulations have been developed for the beauty industry
17 July 2026

The Head of the U.S. Mission in Moldova Visited the “Orhei-Vit” Factory
10 July 2026

Leaders of Moldova’s food industry are calling on the government to restore competition
Free training sessions for aspiring entrepreneurs are being organized in Ungheni

2 July 2026
The marginal tariff for inter-district passenger transportation services was determined

2 June 2026
Trainings for young entrepreneurs will be held in Edinets

1 June 2026
Freelancers were encouraged to participate in the survey

29 May 2026

Renewable Energy

The largest green energy storage system in Moldova was put into operation in Radeni

In the Republic of Moldova, the country’s largest electricity storage system with a total capacity of 60 MWh was put into operation in Radeni.

The largest green energy storage system in Moldova was put into operation in Radeni

The largest green energy storage system in Moldova was put into operation in Radeni
03 May 2026

The largest green energy storage system in Moldova was put into operation in Radeni

Retail & HoReCa

The new platform will bring together wineries, the HoReCa sector, and consumers
Warning—Carcinogens: ANSA Recalls Substandard Cookies

30 July 2026
The ANSA news agency reminded businesses of consumers’ rights to information  

28 July 2026
Burgers Aren’t Cheap Anymore: McDonald’s and Its Competitors Are Bringing Back Budget Menus

25 July 2026
Indicating the country of origin on food price tags in Moldova will become mandatory in August

16 July 2026

Social Sphere

Poland is arguing over a new minimum wage. The price of the question?

Polish authorities continue to negotiate with trade unions and patronages on a new minimum wage. The Ministry of Family, Labor and Social Protection has submitted a report according to which the minimum will be 4,927 zloty (1,161 euros) from the beginning of 2027. This is significantly higher than the previously discussed amount. And it is important, as the “minimum wage” affects social benefits.

Poland is arguing over a new minimum wage. The price of the question?

Poland is arguing over a new minimum wage. The price of the question?
24 May 2026

Maternity hospitals are being closed in Moldova due to declining birth rates
04 May 2026

A direct settlement mechanism for CMTPL insurance will be introduced
03 May 2026

Genoa: court reinstates employee replaced by AI
03 May 2026

Poland is arguing over a new minimum wage. The price of the question?

Society

On Independence Day, Maia Sandu called for the preservation of Moldova’s freedom and unity

On the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the declaration of independence of the Republic of Moldova, President Maia Sandu addressed the nation with a message in which she called on citizens to preserve unity, believe in their country, and continue to build a free and strong state.

On Independence Day, Maia Sandu called for the preservation of Moldova’s freedom and unity

On Independence Day, Maia Sandu called for the preservation of Moldova’s freedom and unity
Today, 09:26

Vocational School No. 11 in Chisinau is being reorganized
26 August 2026

The social integration program through 2030 will cost 750 million lei
26 August 2026

A ceremonial meeting was held in Chisinau to mark the 35th anniversary of Moldova’s independence
26 August 2026

On Independence Day, Maia Sandu called for the preservation of Moldova’s freedom and unity
During the holidays, access to the terminal at Chișinău International Airport will be restricted

26 August 2026
The number of students admitted to universities has increased

26 August 2026
The exchange of social security data between Moldova and Europe will be simplified

26 August 2026
2.18 million lei were invested in the development of cardiac diagnostics

26 August 2026

Sport & Tourism

The ball from the legendary “Hand of God” went under the hammer for millions

The Adidas Azteca soccer ball that Diego Maradona used to score his famous “Hand of God” goal at the 1986 World Cup sold for $3.35 million. The item was sold at a Heritage Auctions auction in Texas, but the final price was more than three times lower than the preliminary estimate of $10 million.

The ball from the legendary “Hand of God” went under the hammer for millions

The ball from the legendary “Hand of God” went under the hammer for millions
25 August 2026

€6 billion will be invested in a global entertainment hub near Paris
25 August 2026

Infantino Is Losing Europe: Six Federations Have Expressed Their Lack of Confidence
24 August 2026

Former soccer players have called for changes at FIFA amid the crisis surrounding Infantino
24 August 2026

The ball from the legendary “Hand of God” went under the hammer for millions
On August 29, 13 museums in Moldova will participate in “Museum Night in the Village”

24 August 2026
Moldova ranks fourth in the world in esports betting

23 August 2026
The prime minister swam across the Bosphorus with his son

23 August 2026
The number of package tour travelers increased by 15.8%

23 August 2026

Technology & Innovation

SpaceX is expanding its space empire

SpaceX plans to build a new rocket complex, Starbase Louisiana, in Louisiana at a cost of $100 billion. Construction of the company’s largest spaceport in history will begin in 2027, and the first Starship launch is scheduled for 2029.

SpaceX is expanding its space empire

SpaceX is expanding its space empire
26 August 2026

The assessment of personnel qualifications in the motor transport sector will be digitized
26 August 2026

“High Probability of a Negative Outcome”: Bill Gates Warns of the Threat Posed by AI
26 August 2026

X will add the ability to trade cryptocurrencies through third-party services
26 August 2026

SpaceX is expanding its space empire
Moldova is introducing a registration scheme for short-term lettings via online platforms

25 August 2026
OpenAI Enters the Market with Its Own Chip

25 August 2026
Courts Are Switching to an Electronic Format

24 August 2026
Eastern Europe Has Emerged as a Leader in Training Personnel for AI Outsourcing

24 August 2026

Territorial Reform

Expert: The threshold of 3,000 inhabitants per mayor’s office is not scientifically confirmed

The figure of 3,000 inhabitants per administrative center, proposed as a minimum threshold within the framework of the local self-government reform, has no scientific justification. This opinion was expressed by expert Viorel Rusu during the public discussion “Administrative-territorial reform in Moldova. Concept”.

Expert: The threshold of 3,000 inhabitants per mayor’s office is not scientifically confirmed

Expert: The threshold of 3,000 inhabitants per mayor’s office is not scientifically confirmed
02 May 2026

Villages with 3,000 inhabitants will not receive subventions for voluntary unification
02 May 2026

Expert: The threshold of 3,000 inhabitants per mayor’s office is not scientifically confirmed

Tourism

The Cost of a Weekend in Europe: A Ranking of the Most Expensive and Most Affordable Cities

The international network Radical Storage has compiled a ranking of the cost of short trips in 50 popular European tourist cities, comparing expenses for lodging, food, transportation, and entertainment.

The Cost of a Weekend in Europe: A Ranking of the Most Expensive and Most Affordable Cities

The Cost of a Weekend in Europe: A Ranking of the Most Expensive and Most Affordable Cities
25 July 2026

Ranking: Which Countries Attracted the Most Tourists from 2019 to 2025
22 July 2026

Eurostat Study: Where Are the Cheapest Vacation Destinations in Europe?
11 July 2026

A Tuscan hotel has been named the best in Europe
09 July 2026

The Cost of a Weekend in Europe: A Ranking of the Most Expensive and Most Affordable Cities
One of the tallest revolving restaurants in the EU has opened in Vilnius

6 July 2026
A VAT increase could make vacations in Moldova more expensive

30 June 2026
The heat has changed tourism trends: demand is shifting northward

25 June 2026
Hotels in Thailand Are Posting Record Profits

25 June 2026
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