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Donald Trump has once again said that the US has defeated Iran and hinted at striking the Islamic republic with nuclear weapons if an agreement is not reached. He said this during his visit to the National Mall in Washington, D.C., where he was touring the newly renovated Reflecting Pool at the Lincoln Memorial.

Trump hinted at hitting Iran with nuclear weapons

Trump hinted at hitting Iran with nuclear weapons

Today, 13:52
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AmCham Moldova presented the third edition of the METRIX survey (Moldova Economic Transformation and Reform Index). The survey showed an increase in the index of business environment perception while macroeconomic problems persist.

METRIX: plus business climate while structural problems persist

METRIX: plus business climate while structural problems persist

Today, 13:06

The authorities intend to accelerate the development of regional waste management infrastructure by recognizing the relevant works as objects of public necessity of national importance and introducing legislative measures to ensure their prompt implementation.

Authorities promise fair compensation for land allocated for waste management infrastructure

Authorities promise fair compensation for land allocated for waste management infrastructure

07 May 2026

The prolonged sowing campaign of spring crops in 2026 may have a negative impact on yields. This was caused by a cold spring, as well as excessive soil overwatering in March – after significant snow cover in winter, strong winds and drying/overconsolidation of the sowing layer of soil. All this significantly shifted the timing of field work.

Protracted sowing season in Ukraine and Moldova – high risks

Protracted sowing season in Ukraine and Moldova – high risks

Today, 11:03

The Russian pavilion at the Venice Biennale has once again found itself at the center of an international scandal. During a VIP preview of the exhibition, activists from Pussy Riot and the Ukrainian FEMEN movement held a loud protest against Russia’s participation in the world’s largest contemporary art show.

“Blood is the art of Russia”: Pussy Riot staged a loud protest at the Venice Biennale

“Blood is the art of Russia”: Pussy Riot staged a loud protest at the Venice Biennale

07 May 2026
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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

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

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

Romanian company Electrica announced the completion of the full acquisition of Electrica Furnizare Grup SRL – Chisinau from its subsidiary Electrica Furnizare S.A., according to a statement published on the Bucharest Stock Exchange.

Romania’s Electrica bought Moldova’s Electrica Furnizare Grup

Romania’s Electrica bought Moldova’s Electrica Furnizare Grup

Today, 14:36

Baku is preparing to host one of the most prestigious global platforms on urban planning and sustainable development. The capital of Azerbaijan will host the 13th session of the UN World Urban Forum (WUF13) from May 17 to 22, 2026. According to the Organizing Committee, more than 28,000 participants from 177 countries have already registered for the Forum, of which about half are foreign delegates.

Global housing crisis to be one of the main topics of WUF13 in Baku

Global housing crisis to be one of the main topics of WUF13 in Baku

Today, 10:36

The Government of Kazakhstan decided to prolong temporary restrictions on the export of gasoline, diesel fuel and other fuels and lubricants. The corresponding order was signed by the Minister of Energy of Kazakhstan. As follows from the document, “these measures are aimed at protecting the domestic market and preventing fuel shortages in the country”.

Kazakhstan extended the ban on export of oil products

Kazakhstan extended the ban on export of oil products

07 May 2026

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

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

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

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

More than 80% of Moldova’s housing stock is located in rural settlements. This is evidenced by the final data of the population and housing census presented by the National Bureau of Statistics.

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

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

04 May 2026

Today, May 8, European stock markets fell sharply after a new round of escalation between the United States and Iran. Investors began to withdraw from risky assets amid fears that the fragile truce between the parties could finally break down and the conflict could hit global oil supplies.

European stocks declined amid escalating Iran-US conflict

European stocks declined amid escalating Iran-US conflict

Today, 15:06

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

PARIS/LOVELAND-The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced in early April a plan to deliver half of its government services using agent-based artificial intelligence (AI) within the next two years. According to the plan, AI will play the role of an “executive partner” that “analyzes, decides, executes and improves in real time” without human intervention.

Watch out for AI government

Watch out for AI government

03 May 2026

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

In October 2025, the Moldovan government imposed a de facto ban on sugar imports from Serbia to the Moldovan market for a period of 200 days under the pretext of protecting the sector. This measure was presented as a supportive measure to give local sugar producers another hypothetical chance to “perk up”. Even at the cost of quite real sacrifices imposed on the entire food industry of Moldova. Let us assess what happened in the end.

How to clog the market: the unseemly story of one Moldovan government project

How to clog the market: the unseemly story of one Moldovan government project

21 April 2026

American cosmetics concern Estée Lauder is expanding its personnel optimization program: the company plans to cut about 3 thousand additional jobs. Together with the previously announced layoffs, the total number of reductions will reach approximately 10 thousand employees.

Estée Lauder cuts staff as part of its move to online sales channels

Estée Lauder cuts staff as part of its move to online sales channels

07 May 2026

The European Commission has stepped up coordination with member states in response to the hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius, a Dutch luxury cruise ship bound for Spain, while insisting the risk to the public remains “low”.

The European Commission is “taking a closer look” at hantavirus

The European Commission is “taking a closer look” at hantavirus

Today, 11:23

The reigning winner of the Champions League last season, PSG, will play in the final of Europe’s premier club tournament for the second time in a row. On the evening of May 6 in Munich, the club from Paris played a draw with local Bayern Munich in the return match of the semifinal of the Champions League 2025/26 – 1:1 and on the sum of the two meetings reached the final.

The second finalist of the Champions League was Paris Saint-Germain

The second finalist of the Champions League was Paris Saint-Germain

07 May 2026

The Institute of Cardiology was equipped with a modern digital system for receiving, recording and direct transmission of images from the cardiac catheterization room. The project worth 1.35 million lei was implemented within the investment program financed by the National Health Insurance Company (NHIC). The funds were allocated from the fund for the development and modernization of public medical institutions.

Digital imaging of minimally invasive cardiac interventions now available in Moldova

Digital imaging of minimally invasive cardiac interventions now available in Moldova

Today, 09:03

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

A direct rail line will be built between the two airports in Istanbul, Turkey, separated by the Bosphorus Strait, which will make it much easier to travel when transferring, Logos Press reported.

Istanbul has made it easier to transfer between airports

Istanbul has made it easier to transfer between airports

06 April 2026
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