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Important events

Prime Minister Calls an Extraordinary Cabinet Meeting Amid the Fuel Crisis

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan announced that he will convene a cabinet meeting on Tuesday morning to address the situation in the energy sector, amid problems with the supply of diesel fuel and another rise in fuel prices.

27 July 2026 |

Svetlana Rudenco

Romania expelled a staff member of the Russian Embassy in Bucharest

27 July 2026 |

Tatiana Sichirliiscaia

Italy is launching a pilot project to provide evening access to major cultural sites

27 July 2026 |

Natasha Kim

CALM: Mayors Are Under Pressure

27 July 2026 |

Tatiana Sichirliiscaia

Diamonds vs. Handbags: How the Luxury Market Is Changing

27 July 2026 |

Arina Codreanu

MP Constantin Cuiumju Calls for an Audit of the NBM’s Expenditures

27 July 2026 |

Igor Fomin

Wage arrears have decreased

27 July 2026 |

Igor Fomin

The AIPA Agency is encouraging farmers to verify information about financial assistance

27 July 2026 |

Vadim Chetrari

The Moldovan Parliament has approved a bill on the crypto-asset market

27 July 2026 |

Arina Codreanu

Ion Ceban: Instead of the promised reduction in the size of the government, the authorities will expand it

27 July 2026 |

Tatiana Sichirliiscaia

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Business & Companies

Bernard Arnault’s media assets have become a tool for influencing business and politics

According to Le Monde, the French media outlets owned by LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault are being used to advance business interests and influence the public agenda. The newspaper reaches this conclusion in the latest installment of a wide-ranging investigation into the owner of the world’s largest luxury goods manufacturer.

Bernard Arnault’s media assets have become a tool for influencing business and politics

27 July 2026

“The Loneliest Generation” Is Turning Away from Tinder: How the Dating Industry Is Changing

25 July 2026

A Moldovan company owned by a Russian oligarch went bankrupt due to sanctions

25 July 2026

Nestlé is fighting the “Frankenstein food” effect

25 July 2026

Bernard Arnault’s media assets have become a tool for influencing business and politics

Meta and Google Are Transforming Moldova’s Advertising Market

23 July 2026

A new standard for “accountants” has taken effect

23 July 2026

The prime minister’s first directive concerned business inspections

22 July 2026

Generation Z doesn’t like to lead

21 July 2026

Top News

Five Priorities for Carrying Out Vasile Tofan’s Challenging Mission

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan took the helm of the government during a challenging period for the country. The new cabinet faces a difficult but achievable task: to implement the necessary reforms while maintaining political, economic, and social stability.

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

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

Five Priorities for Carrying Out Vasile Tofan’s Challenging Mission

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

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

Politics & Economy

Iran Issues Another Warning to Bulgaria Over U.S. Aircraft

Iran has once again issued a warning to Bulgaria after the country allowed the U.S. to use its military bases, a move that has heightened diplomatic tensions between Tehran and Sofia.

Iran Issues Another Warning to Bulgaria Over U.S. Aircraft

27 July 2026

The opposition is organizing a new protest against the gas rate hike

27 July 2026

FT: The EU May Abandon Major Sanctions Packages Against Russia

27 July 2026

Trump denied reports that the U.S. is running out of ammunition

27 July 2026

Iran Issues Another Warning to Bulgaria Over U.S. Aircraft

Forța Fermierilor is seeking clarification from ANRE

27 July 2026

Ukraine will update its plan to protect grain exports. It is counting on its neighbors for support…

27 July 2026

The Consequences of an Oligarchic Regime Are Holding Back the Economy — Opinion

26 July 2026

Nearly 2,500 companies from the Transnistria region are registered in Moldova

26 July 2026

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Banks & Finance

Real estate valuation models will be refined and adjusted

The Agency for Geodesy, Cartography, and Cadastre will revise the real estate valuation models used for tax purposes. The cadastre agency identified technical inaccuracies in these models related to the complexity and specific nature of the data used in the revaluation process.

Real estate valuation models will be refined and adjusted

27 July 2026

The dollar fell due to a diplomatic lull and provided support for the lei

27 July 2026

Consumer loans are hitting record highs

27 July 2026

The budget deficit has risen by 21%. How are we going to cover it?

27 July 2026

Real estate valuation models will be refined and adjusted

Proiect de lege: membrii externi ai Consiliului de supraveghere al BNM, eliminați

27 July 2026

The NBM is committed to cooperation

25 July 2026

The payment notice for freelancers has been revised again

25 July 2026

The Bank of Russia unexpectedly cut its key interest rate to 14%

24 July 2026

City & Regions

Romanians may be required to heat their homes “only with certified biomass”

The Romanian Parliament may pass a bill that would allow only “certified biomass” to be used for heating homes and other domestic purposes. That is, sawdust, wood shavings, and other wood waste, but not logs or firewood.

Romanians may be required to heat their homes “only with certified biomass”

27 July 2026

After 25 years of waiting, the bypass road to Slobozia-Mare has opened

27 July 2026

The waste sorting line in the capital is ready for installation

27 July 2026

A design for a new parking lot will be developed for the Giurgiulești bypass

26 July 2026

Romanians may be required to heat their homes “only with certified biomass”

Modernization of the “Lesnoye-Seits” border crossing on the Moldova-Ukraine border is nearing completion

26 July 2026

There is one week left for the voluntary association of city governments

25 July 2026

Construction of the Yampol–Cosăuți Bridge across the Dniester River will soon begin in Moldova

25 July 2026

“City Barometer” Awaits Every Resident of the Capital

24 July 2026

Accidents

Since the beginning of the year, 27 people have died in Moldova’s bodies of water

In the first six months of 2026, 27 people, including five children, drowned in Moldovan bodies of water. The National Public Health Agency (ANSP) released these figures as the summer season gets underway, a time when the number of water-related incidents tends to rise.

Since the beginning of the year, 27 people have died in Moldova’s bodies of water

26 July 2026

More than 250,000 people have been evacuated due to wildfires in France and Spain

26 July 2026

The first drone was shot down over Romania

24 July 2026

A massive blackout left nearly all of Georgia without power

24 July 2026

Since the beginning of the year, 27 people have died in Moldova’s bodies of water

The deputies’ farmland is also burning

23 July 2026

Fire risks in Moldova are expected to persist through the end of July

22 July 2026

Moldova’s ambassador to Moscow was summoned to the Russian Foreign Ministry over the detention of a bus carrying diplomats

21 July 2026

Dan Nicușor suspects Russia of attacking a tanker off the coast of Romania

21 July 2026

Agribusiness & Winemaking

The UN Will Support Women in Moldova’s Agribusiness Sector in the Fight Against Climate Change

The United Nations Development Program (UNDP), as part of the “Sustainable Communities through Women’s Empowerment” project, funded by Sweden and Norway, will provide 40 women entrepreneurs in Moldova’s agricultural sector with financial support to develop climate-resilient businesses.

The UN Will Support Women in Moldova’s Agribusiness Sector in the Fight Against Climate Change

27 July 2026

The AIPA Agency has allocated more than 17 million lei for rural development

27 July 2026

A testing center for industrial hemp will open in Moldova

24 July 2026

The ANSA news agency is conducting inspections in the livestock sector

24 July 2026

The UN Will Support Women in Moldova’s Agribusiness Sector in the Fight Against Climate Change

IFAD funded the construction of an irrigation system in the Ocnița district

24 July 2026

Apricot production and quality have increased in Moldova

24 July 2026

Green Walnuts will soon be available in stores in Moldova and Romania

23 July 2026

New Irrigation System in the Kahul District Funded by IFAD

23 July 2026

Art & Culture

The Venice Biennale Lost Its EU Grant Due to a Dispute Over Russia’s Participation

Pietrangelo Buttafuoco, chairman of the Venice Biennale Foundation, stated that the European Union’s decision to cut off funding for the organization due to Russia’s participation in the art exhibition is politically motivated and jeopardizes the cultural institution’s independence.

The Venice Biennale Lost Its EU Grant Due to a Dispute Over Russia’s Participation

27 July 2026

An exhibition by photographer Roger Ballen has opened at the National Museum of Art

24 July 2026

A Ukrainian Culture Festival was held in the Glodeni District

20 July 2026

LEGO has turned Klimt’s “The Kiss” into the largest art set made of bricks

17 July 2026

The Venice Biennale Lost Its EU Grant Due to a Dispute Over Russia’s Participation

Elon Musk called on Netflix to change the description of the movie *Gone with the Wind*

16 July 2026

A three-meter-tall “trophy” for Trump has appeared in downtown Washington

16 July 2026

The Belarusian festival “Kupale-2026” took place in Bendery with government support

14 July 2026

Politics vs. Art: The EU May Cut €2 Million from the Venice Biennale

14 July 2026

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Artificial Intelligence

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

Some 76% of the world’s largest organizations have formally introduced the position of Chief AI Officer (CAIO) in 2026.

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

04 May 2026

How AI can turn into billions: TiEcon 2026 captures the market turnaround

03 May 2026

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

Culture

Oscar organizers have banned AI-generated actors and scripts

The actors and writers who will be competing for the 99th annual Academy Awards must be human.

Oscar organizers have banned AI-generated actors and scripts

04 May 2026

Mendel Axelrod was elected Chief Rabbi of the Jewish Community of Moldova

03 May 2026

UN says risks to journalists on Press Freedom Day

03 May 2026

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”

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 Ministry of Internal Affairs provided details on the extent of the bribery attempts

In the first half of 2026, Ministry of Internal Affairs officials reported 469 attempted bribery cases—nearly 60% more than during the same period last year. This was reported by the Internal Security and Anti-Corruption Service (SPIA).

The Ministry of Internal Affairs provided details on the extent of the bribery attempts

27 July 2026

The procedure for closing down the operations of independent merchants has been changed

27 July 2026

The government will pay for errors in the courts

27 July 2026

A new inspection procedure will be introduced for pharmaceutical companies

26 July 2026

The Ministry of Internal Affairs provided details on the extent of the bribery attempts

Moldova has a shortage of judges and prosecutors

24 July 2026

Moldova is not alone: telephone scammers are active all over the world

24 July 2026

Patent forms are valid until their expiration date

24 July 2026

The fine for anti-competitive conduct will range from 0.1% to 1% of the company’s revenue

24 July 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

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

05 May 2026

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

Energy

Energocom is actively purchasing gas for the upcoming gas year

Over the course of the week, Energocom JSC held nine auctions to procure natural gas for the upcoming gas year, specifically for the period from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027.

Energocom is actively purchasing gas for the upcoming gas year

27 July 2026

Will “Moldovagaz”’s optimization efforts lower gas rates? What do the calculations show?

23 July 2026

New Sites for Installing Photovoltaic Energy Storage Systems

23 July 2026

Transgaz will invest 26.4 million euros to increase gas transmission capacity to Moldova

23 July 2026

Energocom is actively purchasing gas for the upcoming gas year

ANRE has published a draft resolution on the approval of prices for natural gas supplied by Energocom

22 July 2026

Romania is predicted to face a fuel crisis due to the suspension of oil shipments from Kazakhstan

22 July 2026

Global Oil Reserves at a Critically Low Level – IEA

22 July 2026

Energocom has begun purchasing gas for the upcoming gas year

22 July 2026

European Integration

Larisa Mikulets leaves the Presidential Administration and goes to Ireland with a diplomatic mission

The presidential adviser for relations with citizens in the country and the diaspora, Larisa Miculec, has been dismissed from her post on the basis of her resignation. The corresponding decree was signed by Moldovan President Maia Sandu on Friday, May 29.

Larisa Mikulets leaves the Presidential Administration and goes to Ireland with a diplomatic mission

29 May 2026

EU launched a project to strengthen intellectual property protection for the Balkans and Moldova

21 May 2026

“Any support for Ukraine is equally support for Moldova” – Mihai Popşoi

19 May 2026

Analytical forecast models against the “unique chance” of Moldova’s EU membership

15 May 2026

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

Festivals featuring carpets, pies, and wineries—at the “Produs autohton” exhibition

The “Produs autohton” National Exhibition will take place at the Moldexpo International Exhibition Center on August 28–30. The event marks the 100th anniversary of the first such exhibition in Chisinau.

Festivals featuring carpets, pies, and wineries—at the “Produs autohton” exhibition

13 July 2026

AIPA will hold a second round of seminars on financing for farmers as part of the PSPA

13 July 2026

Moldova and India Will Explore Opportunities for Cooperation at a Business Forum

08 July 2026

Moldova participated in a global forum on smart agriculture

03 July 2026

Festivals featuring carpets, pies, and wineries—at the “Produs autohton” exhibition

A handbag made from a tyrannosaurus skin failed to sell at auction

16 June 2026

CEC: Spending on online political advertising increased by 40%

16 June 2026

Moldova has started preparations for celebrating the 35th anniversary of independence

3 June 2026

EU-Moldova Investment Conference will bring together leading business leaders and politicians

31 May 2026

Export & Import

European wheat prices have risen by 18%. The reason is shipping risks in the Black Sea

Over the past week, wheat futures prices on the European stock exchange Euronext rose by an average of 18%. This occurred despite favorable forecasts for the harvest of Group 1 grains in many European countries. The reason is the near-total blockade of Ukrainian ports and the sharply increased risks to shipping in the Black Sea.

European wheat prices have risen by 18%. The reason is shipping risks in the Black Sea

26 July 2026

Allseeds is suspending operations in Ukraine due to increased risks

24 July 2026

Will the ship carrying Moldovan apples make it to India?

22 July 2026

June Sunflower Oil Imports to Moldova: How Much, From Where, and at What Price

21 July 2026

European wheat prices have risen by 18%. The reason is shipping risks in the Black Sea

“Logistics and demand bottlenecks” are putting pressure on the price of Moldovan barley

20 July 2026

The Customs Service collected almost 1 million in a week

20 July 2026

Vladimir Golovatiuc: “We’re not a blooming garden; we’re a cafeteria.”

19 July 2026

Moldovan Grain Exports in June: Volumes, Destinations, and Prices

19 July 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

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

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

Taxis in Moldova are among the cheapest in the world

Moldova ranks among the top ten countries with the lowest taxi fares. The average cost per kilometer for a ride at the standard rate in our country is $0.34.

Taxis in Moldova are among the cheapest in the world

26 July 2026

Trump imposed tariffs on Russia for the first time

25 July 2026

Moldova, Ukraine, Lithuania, and Latvia signed a declaration on strengthening cross-border cooperation

25 July 2026

TikTok Faces a Hefty Fine in Europe

24 July 2026

Taxis in Moldova are among the cheapest in the world

Ukraine Leaves Romania Without Oil

24 July 2026

Trump Imposes Double-Digit Tariffs on Goods from Dozens of Countries

24 July 2026

Accounting in the BRIDGE Missions program will become more stringent

24 July 2026

The EU has agreed on a new package of sanctions against Russia

23 July 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

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%

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

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

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

The inauguration of Central African Republic (CAR) President Faustin-Arkange Touadera on March 30, 2026 in the capital Bangui has suddenly become one of the high-profile topics of international politics.

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

04 May 2026

Bitcoin exchange rate exceeded $80,000 for the first time since late January

04 May 2026

Battle for resources: Kazakhstan drifts into the center of the US-China game

03 May 2026

For the first time in history, a member of the Japanese government makes an official visit to the Republic of Moldova

02 May 2026

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

Investments & Markets

Nearly 100 crypto projects have ceased operations. Which ones exited the market in 2026?

Since the beginning of 2026, nearly 100 crypto projects have ceased operations. The wave of closures has affected virtually the entire industry: major crypto exchanges, decentralized finance (DeFi) services, NFT marketplaces, and blockchain projects have all ceased operations. Many companies were unable to weather the prolonged downturn in the digital asset market and the tightening of regulations.

Nearly 100 crypto projects have ceased operations. Which ones exited the market in 2026?

27 July 2026

A new subscription to government bonds has been opened

27 July 2026

The first issuers of “green bonds” have been identified

27 July 2026

Moldova is expanding its economic cooperation with Sweden, Kazakhstan, and Turkey

27 July 2026

Nearly 100 crypto projects have ceased operations. Which ones exited the market in 2026?

Germany Plans Investment Summit Amid Growing Economic Challenges

26 July 2026

Ethereum fees have fallen by half—but the network is busier than ever

25 July 2026

Lagarde has initiated a review of euro banknotes

25 July 2026

Moldova’s financial instruments market will be brought into compliance with EU standards

24 July 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”

04 May 2026

Government unblocks 80 million lei for “Moldova HiTech Park”

Logos Press Exclusive

Large Language Models for Small Languages

Much has already been said about the risks to the armed forces and national security posed by artificial intelligence (AI). But few people pay attention to the threats to culture and the economy posed by large language models (LLMs) trained on a small number of languages and owned by a handful of transnational companies.

Large Language Models for Small Languages

26 July 2026

Will Trump’s conflict with Canada escalate into a global one?

26 July 2026

How Artificial Intelligence Could Strengthen the Dollar’s Dominance

25 July 2026

The Demise of the Academic Degree

19 July 2026

Large Language Models for Small Languages

The West’s Dilemma Regarding Turkey

18 July 2026

Digital Public Infrastructure: A New Strategic Battleground

12 July 2026

How the EU Can Lead the Rest of the West

11 July 2026

Europe’s New German Question

5 July 2026

Moldova’s Economy

The rise in prices for petroleum products shows no signs of stopping

Fuel prices will rise significantly again tomorrow: diesel will go up by 42 ban, and gasoline by 24 ban.

The rise in prices for petroleum products shows no signs of stopping

27 July 2026

The share of small businesses in Moldova’s economy has grown

27 July 2026

The Customs Service transferred 861.5 million lei to the budget between July 20 and 26, 2026

27 July 2026

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan Promises Daily Dialogue with Entrepreneurs

26 July 2026

The rise in prices for petroleum products shows no signs of stopping

“European Sewer System” Will Cost Moldova 2 Billion Euros

26 July 2026

In July, 39 drugs were registered in Moldova

26 July 2026

Accounting Chamber: Effectiveness of Energy-Saving Investments in Doubt

26 July 2026

Moldova is putting five properties up for privatization

26 July 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

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: Sentiment in the construction industry is generally optimistic

At the end of last week, the National Bureau of Statistics published a study titled “Trends in Economic Activity in the Third Quarter of 2026.” The survey results prompted comments in the press that sparked a debate.

Expert: Sentiment in the construction industry is generally optimistic

26 July 2026

Moldova’s European Transition Requires an Internal Partnership

13 July 2026

More than 88,000 apartments and houses stand vacant in Chisinau

06 July 2026

The Prime Minister Is Stepping Down: Déjà Vu

04 July 2026

Expert: Sentiment in the construction industry is generally optimistic

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

Raymond Pauls’ granddaughter opposes the ban on the use of the Russian language

26 June 2026

Ia: Between Craft and Business—Who Makes Traditional Clothing in Moldova?

26 June 2026

Pro Business

A Delicious Business, or the Chocolate Story of the Bucuria Factory

Bucuria is one of Moldova’s most recognizable brands, with a turnover of nearly 700 million lei. It produces more than 7,800 metric tons of sweets annually and remains the largest player in the country’s confectionery market. In an interview with Infotag, the company’s CEO, Ecaterina Cechina, explained how the business operates, why the factory does not take out loans for expansion, who oversees product quality, and whether the company has any new best-sellers.

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

Free training sessions for aspiring entrepreneurs are being organized in Ungheni

02 July 2026

A Delicious Business, or the Chocolate Story of the Bucuria Factory

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

Quarterly results: Iute Group’s growth driven by digitalization and efficiency improvements

12 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

03 May 2026

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

Retail & HoReCa

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

Fast food is facing an affordability crisis. Customers, who are used to thinking of chain restaurants as a budget-friendly dining option, have begun to stop ordering their usual meals due to rising prices. In response, brands such as McDonald’s and Burger King are looking for ways to win back customers.

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

Romania’s grocery retail sector is growing, but sales are falling

12 July 2026

Parliament contracts catering services for delegations

05 July 2026

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

The EU has uncovered a scheme to export more than 7,000 metric tons of textile waste to Turkey

29 June 2026

Russian retail chains have stopped carrying Raffaello, Nutella, and Ferrero Rocher

29 June 2026

Adidas, Calvin Klein, and Uniqlo have faced advertising bans in the UK

25 June 2026

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

21 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?

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

The Ministry of Health has launched an urgent inspection of catheters in children’s hospitals

The Ministry of Health has ordered an urgent quality inspection of intravenous catheters used in pediatric medical facilities in the municipality of Chisinau. The relevant institutions will be instructed to submit all complaints, reports, and information regarding the measures taken. In addition, plans are in place to collect samples and identify an accredited laboratory to test them.

The Ministry of Health has launched an urgent inspection of catheters in children’s hospitals

27 July 2026

Moldova is preparing for a military parade

27 July 2026

Another Success in Pediatric Transplantation

27 July 2026

A database of parish records will be created in Moldova

27 July 2026

The Ministry of Health has launched an urgent inspection of catheters in children’s hospitals

Unions are urgently calling a meeting over a reform that affects workers’ rights

27 July 2026

Authorities intend to reduce inequality in schools

27 July 2026

The college admissions season has begun

27 July 2026

The Moldovan Embassy in Moscow will temporarily suspend some consular services

26 July 2026

Sport & Tourism

The Council of Europe has reported suspicious betting activity related to the 2026 World Cup; FIFA disagrees

An advisory group to the Council of Europe identified seven instances of suspicious activity in the betting market during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. FIFA, however, states that its monitoring found no evidence of match-fixing or other forms of manipulation.

The Council of Europe has reported suspicious betting activity related to the 2026 World Cup; FIFA disagrees

24 July 2026

Bucharest’s two airports handled a record 8.5 million passengers

24 July 2026

From the Soccer Field to the UN: Trump Wants Infantino to Lead Global Diplomacy

22 July 2026

2026 World Cup: What Made the Largest World Cup in Soccer History Memorable

21 July 2026

The Council of Europe has reported suspicious betting activity related to the 2026 World Cup; FIFA disagrees

Trump presented the World Cup trophy to the Spanish team

20 July 2026

Soccer vs. the Economy: How the International Media Assessed the 2026 World Cup

20 July 2026

Golden Overtime in the 2026 World Cup Final: Spain Is the World Champion!

20 July 2026

The World Cup showed that the stadiums were not prepared for extreme heat

19 July 2026

Technology & Innovation

Europe will need $3 trillion to reduce its digital dependence on the U.S. and Asia

Europe will need about $3 trillion to develop its own digital infrastructure and reduce its dependence on foreign technology companies. The funds will be needed to advance artificial intelligence, build data centers, create cloud services, and develop software solutions.

Europe will need $3 trillion to reduce its digital dependence on the U.S. and Asia

27 July 2026

The U.S.-Russian crew of the Soyuz MS-28 has returned to Earth

26 July 2026

Bitcoin Could Lose Its Status as the Largest Cryptocurrency

26 July 2026

ChatGPT experienced a widespread outage

25 July 2026

Europe will need $3 trillion to reduce its digital dependence on the U.S. and Asia

Trump’s “digital rent” and social media regulation turned out to be fake

24 July 2026

Grok 4.5 helped disprove a mathematical hypothesis that had remained unresolved for about 30 years

23 July 2026

Parliament has enacted legislation establishing a system for automatically dialing 112 in the event of a traffic accident

23 July 2026

The government is moving court proceedings to a digital format

22 July 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”.