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Important events

The Prime Minister’s Audit Office Has Resigned
Members of the Prime Minister's Audit Office have resigned. Alexandru Munteanu stated that the office no longer enjoys the trust necessary to carry out its functions.
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Business & Companies

20 business associations signed an ESG declaration

Twenty business associations from both sides of the Dniester River have publicly declared their commitment to supporting and promoting ESG (environmental, social, and governance) principles by signing a joint declaration.

20 business associations signed an ESG declaration

20 business associations signed an ESG declaration
23 June 2026

Moldretail Group wants to acquire its eighth retail chain
23 June 2026

SpaceX shares continue to fall
23 June 2026

Elon Musk tops the Forbes list with a net worth of $1.1 trillion
23 June 2026

20 business associations signed an ESG declaration
Moldovan business associations have endorsed the principles of sustainable development (ESG)

23 June 2026
Nissan has put the electric Qashqai project on hold

23 June 2026
PMI’s President of Oral Products: “When there are no rules, the market shifts to the illegal segment”

23 June 2026
250 companies will receive support for export development

22 June 2026

Top News

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

Artificial intelligence is becoming a new arena of global competition, but in this race, small countries are not necessarily doomed to remain mere consumers of technology. Their opportunity lies in developing specialized solutions, data, and expertise for specific industries.

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

Moldova in the Age of AI: What Niche Can a Small Economy Fill?
Today, 12:36

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

AI content in Europe will be subject to mandatory transparency rules starting in August
16 June 2026

Sugar prices in Moldova are bound to rise
10 June 2026

Moldova in the Age of AI: What Niche Can a Small Economy Fill?
Quo vadis, Moldova?

9 June 2026
18 years of iute Moldova: from a bold idea to a reliable financial partner for hundreds of thousands of people

5 June 2026
Moldova’s apple business: structural changes are coming

28 May 2026
The downturn in the construction market and the necessary solutions

26 May 2026

Politics & Economy

The “Visegrad Four” announced a relaunch

The “Visegrad Four” is alive and well and full of new ideas. This was confirmed by a meeting of the alliance’s members held in Budapest, after the group had been virtually inactive for the past two years.

The “Visegrad Four” announced a relaunch

The “Visegrad Four” announced a relaunch
Today, 14:32

The U.S. Senate voted to limit Trump’s military authority regarding Iran
Today, 11:07

The European Parliament has backed the digital euro to reduce U.S. influence
23 June 2026

“Moldova Fruct” thanks the Ministry of Finance for its transparency but stands by its position
23 June 2026

The “Visegrad Four” announced a relaunch
Experts Call for Oversight of Indirect Party Funding

23 June 2026
The Ministry of Agriculture announced agricultural subsidies as part of a new strategy

23 June 2026
Tax Reform 2027: Reduced Support for the Agricultural Sector

23 June 2026
The Personnel Shuffle on Downing Street

23 June 2026
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Banks & Finance

The EBRD is ready to tailor its assistance to Moldova to the country’s new priorities

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is currently financing 75 major projects in Moldova. Since it began operations in the country in 1992, the bank has invested more than 3.1 billion euros in approximately 200 projects.

The EBRD is ready to tailor its assistance to Moldova to the country’s new priorities

The EBRD is ready to tailor its assistance to Moldova to the country’s new priorities
Today, 16:56

The foreign exchange market has slowed down
Today, 12:58

Dumitru Budianschi: The capital market could become a driver of economic growth
Today, 09:18

How We’re “Overheating” the Economy
23 June 2026

The EBRD is ready to tailor its assistance to Moldova to the country’s new priorities
The sanitation fee must be paid by September 25

23 June 2026
Golovatiuc: “Our debt to the European Commission has increased ninefold!”

23 June 2026
Authorities are proposing to abolish the incentive capital mechanism

23 June 2026
Ion Sturza: Fiscal Necessity and the Risks of an Economic Slowdown

22 June 2026

City & Regions

Each region has its own scenario

The administrative reform proposed by the authorities seeks a one-size-fits-all solution for different regions. The government looks at a map and sees city administrations, budgets, and population sizes—and is tempted to think: if the problem looks the same, it can be solved the same way. That is a mistake.

Each region has its own scenario

Each region has its own scenario
Today, 15:39

Regulations Have Been Eased for Water Users’ Associations
Today, 14:54

From Operationalization to Impactful Investments: FEERM Delivers Tangible Benefits for Citizens
Today, 14:08

Caution: Ragweed
Today, 11:47

Each region has its own scenario
A new tourism department within City Hall will promote Chisinau

24 June 2026
Ion Cheban: Chisinau Will Lose 1 Billion Lei a Year Due to Tax Reform

24 June 2026
Kazakhstan and Afghanistan Will Establish a Water Resources Management Body

23 June 2026
The capital’s own revenue accounts for only 11–12% of the budget

23 June 2026

Accidents

ANSA Recalls Eggs Contaminated with Salmonella 
Israel launches new strikes on Iran despite Trump’s warning

8 June 2026
Power supply to Zaporizhzhya NPP under threat

4 June 2026
Bezos’ mission failure? Blue Origin lost a rocket during testing

29 May 2026
A drone crashed into a Romanian apartment building

29 May 2026

Agribusiness & Winemaking

150 million euros in “Livada Moldovei II”

The start of negotiations on a financial agreement between the Republic of Moldova and the European Investment Bank regarding the implementation of the “Livada Moldovei II” project was approved at today’s government meeting. The project provides for a concessional loan of 150 million euros, intended to modernize and strengthen the agri-food sector.

150 million euros in “Livada Moldovei II”

150 million euros in “Livada Moldovei II”
Today, 15:45

Disputes have led pig farmers to court
Today, 15:09

Secole Wines – A Return to Our Roots
Today, 12:04

Will the 50 million lei drought compensation fund be divided among 345 farmers?
23 June 2026

150 million euros in “Livada Moldovei II”
Compensation and advances to farmers—19 million lei over the past week  

22 June 2026
Outlook for the Grain Market in Romania: Record Production, Low Prices

22 June 2026
Moldova could benefit from European demand for biodiesel

21 June 2026
Cheap European pork is putting pressure on neighboring markets

21 June 2026

Art & Culture

A Stolen Picasso Worth $15 Million Was Found Among Drugs and Luxury Clothing

French police discovered a stolen Pablo Picasso painting during an operation against an alleged drug ring in the Paris suburb of Champigny-sur-Marne. The unexpected discovery was made on June 15 during a search that was initially linked to an investigation into drug trafficking.

A Stolen Picasso Worth $15 Million Was Found Among Drugs and Luxury Clothing

A Stolen Picasso Worth $15 Million Was Found Among Drugs and Luxury Clothing
Today, 18:09

An unknown Mozart manuscript has been discovered in France
23 June 2026

Why Did a French City Cancel a Play About Refugees?
22 June 2026

Gheorghe Mustea’s anniversary concert will take place in the capital on Sunday
22 June 2026

A Stolen Picasso Worth $15 Million Was Found Among Drugs and Luxury Clothing
The Prime Minister promised that the Philharmonic will have a new home

20 June 2026
A botched restoration of statues in Brazil has caused a stir

19 June 2026
The “DescOperă” Anniversary Festival Kicks Off in Old Orhei

18 June 2026
The Louvre will need more than €1 billion to upgrade its infrastructure

18 June 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

Customs oversight powers will be expanded

As part of the 2027 budget, tax, and customs policy proposal, the Ministry of Finance has proposed amendments to the Customs Code (CC). Some of the changes would expand the Customs Service’s (CS) authority to conduct inspections.

Customs oversight powers will be expanded

Customs oversight powers will be expanded
Today, 17:24

Romania has passed a bill on unification with the Republic of Moldova
Today, 14:26

The Prime Minister’s Audit Office Has Resigned
Today, 12:46

Freelancers will be able to engage in any type of work
Today, 10:27

Customs oversight powers will be expanded
Europe is tightening regulations on electric scooters 

23 June 2026
Judges and prosecutors are calling for a review of the proposed public sector pay reform

23 June 2026
New Regulations on the Administration of the .md National Top-Level Domain Have Been Introduced

23 June 2026
Maternity benefits in 2027 may be reduced by thousands of lei

22 June 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

Lumina Noastră power plants passed an inspection prior to receiving government support

The renewable energy power plants operated by the Lumina Noastră consortium—one of the winners of the first renewable energy auction—were inspected by an interagency commission composed of representatives from the Ministry of Energy, the National Energy Regulatory Agency (ANRE), and the state-owned enterprise Moldelectrica.

Lumina Noastră power plants passed an inspection prior to receiving government support

Lumina Noastră power plants passed an inspection prior to receiving government support
Today, 14:43

Russia is considering a complete ban on diesel fuel exports
23 June 2026

Europe and Asia Are Engaging in Fierce Competition for Liquefied Natural Gas – Politico
23 June 2026

Moldova has fulfilled 61% of the commitments it made under the EU’s energy chapter
22 June 2026

Lumina Noastră power plants passed an inspection prior to receiving government support
China vs. Europe in the Energy Sector: Who Will Make the Fastest Transition to a Clean Economy?

22 June 2026
Delgaz Grid Raised €573 Million to Refinance and Modernize Its Networks in Romania

22 June 2026
Iran has threatened to cut off the flow of energy resources

21 June 2026
ODA will provide financial guarantees for the installation of energy storage systems

19 June 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

A handbag made from a tyrannosaurus skin failed to sell at auction
Moldovan business was awarded at Castel Mimi

30 May 2026
Romanian premier to come to Moldova to support unification of mayoralties

27 May 2026
National Bank organizes children’s holiday “In the World of Coin”

26 May 2026
Georgia’s Independence Day will be dedicated to the 1700th anniversary of Christianity as the state religion

25 May 2026

Export & Import

ANSA returned the rotten potatoes to the importer 

During an official inspection at the Moldovan border, inspectors from the National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) discovered a shipment (21.5 metric tons) of rotten potatoes and will return it to the importer.  

ANSA returned the rotten potatoes to the importer 

ANSA returned the rotten potatoes to the importer 
23 June 2026

Tractor imports into Ukraine are not declining
19 June 2026

Moldova purchased 2,000 metric tons of cheese from Ukraine
18 June 2026

The ANSA news agency prevented 45 metric tons of contaminated potatoes from entering Moldova
18 June 2026

ANSA returned the rotten potatoes to the importer 
For the first time in Moldova’s history, imports were 3.4 times greater than exports

18 June 2026
The government will help manufacturers doing business with Russia and Belarus find alternative markets

16 June 2026
Moldova has increased its gasoline exports to Ukraine fivefold

15 June 2026
The Agrocereale Association is concerned about delays at the port of Giurgiulești

12 June 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

Moldova’s Prime Minister is traveling to Poland for a conference on Ukraine’s reconstruction
Hungary has once again stalled the negotiations on Moldova and Ukraine’s accession to the EU

24 June 2026
Driver’s licenses issued in the EU will be automatically recognized in Moldova

24 June 2026
Moldova May Overtake Ukraine in EU Accession Negotiations

23 June 2026
A total of 408 metric tons of fertilizer was shipped from Russia to Armenia via Azerbaijan

23 June 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

There are more than 60 “emerald sites” in Moldova

The Republic of Moldova now has a roadmap, a GIS database and a set of technical tools to bring the Emerald Network in line with Natura 2000 standards, developed under the first LIFE project implemented in the country.

There are more than 60 “emerald sites” in Moldova

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

Ilya Trombitsky: “The situation with the Dniester is unique – the river has never been so dry before”
22 April 2026

There are more than 60 “emerald sites” in Moldova
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
PROGRESS for the adaptation of Moldovan horticulture to climate change

5 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

Valentino shareholders are preparing new capital injections following a rise in losses
Bitcoin ETFs Are Seeing Record Outflows. What Does This Mean for the Cryptocurrency’s Price?

23 June 2026
The dollar is stable, while the British pound is expected to fall following Starmer’s resignation

22 June 2026
What is the “Bitcoin killer”, and why are investors constantly on the lookout for it?

22 June 2026
Gold Heading Toward $5,200: Why Central Banks Keep Buying It

21 June 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

Was Brexit inevitable?

FIEZOLE—In a short essay published nearly 40 years ago, French writer Emmanuel Carrère noted that alternative history (imaginary chronicles of what might have been) is driven by a strong sense of intolerance toward the inevitable.

Was Brexit inevitable?

Was Brexit inevitable?
21 June 2026

The essence of AI sovereignty lies in freedom of choice, not in ownership
20 June 2026

Trump’s economy is bad news for Republicans
14 June 2026

Where does China’s $1 trillion trade surplus go?
13 June 2026

Was Brexit inevitable?
The Pope should have gone further on the AI issue

31 May 2026
What is the price of Hormuz?

30 May 2026
Why are China’s young people disillusioned?

24 May 2026
NATO must disappear

23 May 2026

Moldova’s Economy

The government has approved noise control regulations

The government has approved the Regulations on the Assessment and Management of Environmental Noise. The document mandates the monitoring of noise levels from road, rail, and air transportation, as well as from large industrial facilities.

The government has approved noise control regulations

The government has approved noise control regulations
Today, 13:45

Primary residences and gifts will not be subject to tax
Today, 13:02

The Ministry of Finance is prepared to back down and abandon the 20 percent VAT on medicines
23 June 2026

Stoianoglo: We’re looking for investors all over the world, but we’re ignoring our own
23 June 2026

The government has approved noise control regulations
The Ministry of Health Rejected the Tax Reform

22 June 2026
Ionice: An average apartment in Chisinau costs 1 kg of gold

22 June 2026
The Emergency Situations Commission will be replaced by a new body

22 June 2026
The 7% Tax Loophole: Why Founders of British Tech Companies Are Expanding Their Teams in Moldova

22 June 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

Ion Chicu: We are downsizing city administrations, but expanding the staff of ministries

Over the past four years, the staff of government agencies and ministries has nearly doubled. As part of the administrative reform, the authorities are curtailing local power with one hand while expanding central power with the other.

Ion Chicu: We are downsizing city administrations, but expanding the staff of ministries

Ion Chicu: We are downsizing city administrations, but expanding the staff of ministries
21 June 2026

Quo vadis, Moldova? The EU, Language, and the Future of Moldova
19 June 2026

An alarming trend has emerged in Moldova’s IT sector
16 June 2026

Opinion: global food market one step away from shock
08 June 2026

Ion Chicu: We are downsizing city administrations, but expanding the staff of ministries
Ray Dalio: The AI bubble is about to burst, but the technology itself will survive

7 June 2026
Merz initiative does not guarantee full EU membership – opinion

6 June 2026
Will Moldova disappear for the sake of EU accession?

5 June 2026
Territorial education agencies are being created: the authorities talk about depoliticization, the opposition about centralization

26 May 2026

Pro Business

The marginal tariff for inter-district passenger transportation services was determined
How to clog the market: the unseemly story of one Moldovan government project

21 April 2026
The end of the sweet “sugar era”

9 March 2026
The Agrocereale Association re-elected its leadership

12 February 2026
Iute Group receives regulatory approval to set up a digital bank in Ukraine

15 January 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

European retailers are raising prices due to the conflict in the Middle East

European retailers are warning of rising prices and weakening demand due to the protracted conflict in the Middle East. The situation is having a significant impact on fuel prices, logistics, and consumer sentiment.

European retailers are raising prices due to the conflict in the Middle East

European retailers are raising prices due to the conflict in the Middle East
21 June 2026

Department stores are looking for new growth opportunities in the footwear market
19 June 2026

The world’s best restaurant is reopening after a scandal over working conditions
11 June 2026

Major supermarket chains generated over 30 billion lei in revenue
11 June 2026

European retailers are raising prices due to the conflict in the Middle East
 German retailers are banking on the soccer buzz, but aren’t expecting a sales boom

10 June 2026
Ranking of the Most Affordable 5-Star Hotels in the World

9 June 2026
Lavazza launches alternative to coffee capsules in the US

9 June 2026
At least 1.2 mm will be the height of letters on the labels of imported products

9 June 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

Teachers from schools that are closing will be provided with transportation to their new places of work

Teachers and other education sector employees who are transferring to other schools due to school reorganization will be able to commute to their new place of work free of charge. The government has approved an expansion of the school transportation program, which previously applied only to students.

Teachers from schools that are closing will be provided with transportation to their new places of work

Teachers from schools that are closing will be provided with transportation to their new places of work
Today, 15:21

The primary care reform will not lead to the closure of rural clinics
Today, 13:11

The Emergency Medical Services Institute received a high-tech microscope worth 6.17 million lei
Today, 08:35

Farmers Are Being Discouraged from Protesting
23 June 2026

Teachers from schools that are closing will be provided with transportation to their new places of work
Graduates with teaching degrees are being recruited to work in schools and promised generous signing bonuses

23 June 2026
Every year in Moldova, more than 5,200 people die as a result of smoking and exposure to toxic emissions

23 June 2026
The Medicines Agency to streamline the registration of medical devices

23 June 2026
Cutting benefits amid a demographic crisis is unacceptable—an opinion piece

23 June 2026

Sport & Tourism

Cristiano Ronaldo responded to Messi’s feats with a brace and set a World Cup record
The Fastest Goal of the 2026 World Cup and the Referee’s Clock Blunder

22 June 2026
FIFA’s Business Model: Revenue for Itself, Problems for the Hosts

22 June 2026
Red card… for covering his mouth. A scandal is brewing in world soccer

21 June 2026
NGOs can receive grants of up to 750,000 lei for tourism development

20 June 2026

Technology & Innovation

Luxury Brands Are Competing for the Attention of Artificial Intelligence

Generative artificial intelligence is beginning to change the rules of competition in the luxury industry. While brands were recently vying for a spot in Google’s search results, they are now increasingly competing for a presence in the responses provided by ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, and other AI platforms.

Luxury Brands Are Competing for the Attention of Artificial Intelligence

Luxury Brands Are Competing for the Attention of Artificial Intelligence
Today, 17:04

China has warned of the risk of losing control over AI technologies in the absence of regulations
Today, 16:28

Stamps on construction documents are becoming a thing of the past
Today, 14:36

Armada, a U.S. startup, is launching AI systems outside of conventional communications and energy infrastructure
23 June 2026

Luxury Brands Are Competing for the Attention of Artificial Intelligence
The VivaTech 2026 Summit in Paris marked a new phase in the race for leadership in AI

22 June 2026
Vehicles will automatically call 112 in the event of an accident

22 June 2026
The Government and Mastercard Are Launching a Partnership to Digitalize the Economy and Public Services

22 June 2026
The electronic health record will consolidate healthcare information resources

21 June 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

More than 600 million lei will be allocated to tourism development by 2029

The government has approved the National Tourism Development Program for 2026–2029—“Tourism 2029.” A total of 618.2 million lei has been allocated for its implementation. The authorities intend to make tourism one of the drivers of economic growth, capable of attracting more visitors, generating additional revenue for businesses and local communities, and creating new jobs.

More than 600 million lei will be allocated to tourism development by 2029

More than 600 million lei will be allocated to tourism development by 2029
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