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In Moldova, the System of Deposit for Packaging (SDA) is not yet operational, but there is already a conflict between major market operators and state authorities. At issue is the choice of the administrator of the SDA system, a mechanism that should ensure the collection of used containers and increase their recycling rate. The idea itself is not disputed. What is disputed is how the future administrator was selected, how transparent the procedure was and why some of the major market players were left out.

Deposit packaging system: business requires transparency before startup

Deposit packaging system: business requires transparency before startup

11 May 2026

At a meeting on May 13, the Moldovan cabinet approved the appointment of Ambassador Corina Călugăru to the post of state secretary at the Foreign Ministry. Prior to this appointment, she served as ambassador for special missions within the Foreign Ministry.

Corina Călugăru has been appointed state secretary of the Foreign Ministry

Corina Călugăru has been appointed state secretary of the Foreign Ministry

Today, 16:26

The level of guaranteed deposits in Moldova may be increased again in the nearest period within the framework of a plan to gradually adjust the system to European standards. This was announced by the director general of the Deposit Guarantee Fund in the banking system, Dionis Catanoi.

The level of guaranteed deposits will rise again

The level of guaranteed deposits will rise again

Today, 16:44
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A large-scale forest fire has started in the Chernobyl exclusion zone. The State Service of Ukraine for Emergency Situations reported that the area of the fire has already exceeded 1.1 thousand hectares. The radiation background has not changed.

Fire in Chernobyl zone breaks out, but radiation background unchanged

Fire in Chernobyl zone breaks out, but radiation background unchanged

08 May 2026

Country representative Satoshi managed to make it to the grand finals of the 70th Eurovision Song Contest 2026, which is being held in Vienna this year.

Moldova – in the final of Eurovision 2026

Moldova – in the final of Eurovision 2026

Today, 08:47
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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

Energy group Eni is in talks with international investment funds to raise more than €1 billion for floating liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects. The deal reflects Europe’s desire to strengthen energy security and diversify gas supplies after reducing dependence on Russian fuel.

Italy’s Eni wants to raise €1 bln in LNG projects amid rising gas demand in Europe

Italy’s Eni wants to raise €1 bln in LNG projects amid rising gas demand in Europe

Today, 18:10

European Affairs Ministers from the 27 Member States and candidate countries discussed the importance of EU enlargement in a complex geopolitical context and the role of rule of law reforms in strengthening European security, sustainability and unity.

In Cyprus, EU countries discussed the importance of enlargement and the rule of law

In Cyprus, EU countries discussed the importance of enlargement and the rule of law

11 May 2026

The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry (MAIA) and the Ministry of Education and Science (MEC) are invited to the regional exhibition and job fair “Viitorul e AgriCOOL”, dedicated to innovation and advanced technologies in agriculture. The event will take place on May 16, on the premises of FructLine Group (Corlateeni).

The future of Moldovan agriculture is AgriCOOL

The future of Moldovan agriculture is AgriCOOL

Today, 17:54

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

US President Donald Trump has arrived in Beijing for a three-day visit – the first for an American leader in nine years.

Trump has arrived in China

Trump has arrived in China

Today, 18:58

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

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

Azerbaijan’s state oil company SOCAR has acquired 99.82% of shares of Italiana Petroli group. It was part of the energy consortium API Holding and owned more than 4,500 gas stations and two refineries. Earlier it was reported that the purchase cost about 3 billion euros.

Azerbaijan’s SOCAR bought Italiana Petroli, a company with a 90-year history

Azerbaijan’s SOCAR bought Italiana Petroli, a company with a 90-year history

Today, 17:27

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

CAIR – A group of developing countries launched the Borrowers’ Platform on April 15 to create a stronger collective voice in debt management discussions and international financial negotiations.

Debtor countries have finally created their own platform

Debtor countries have finally created their own platform

10 May 2026

All environmental payments and taxes will be unified into a single system, including payments for the use of natural resources, which have so far been included in the Tax Code. Thus, it will become clearer how they are calculated, declared, paid and audited.

Environmental payments will be unified into a single system

Environmental payments will be unified into a single system

Today, 16:08

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

Online fast fashion retailers Shein and Temu have entered a legal standoff in London, mutually accusing each other of copyright infringement and unfair competition. The case could set a precedent for the global e-commerce industry, where issues of copying designs, product images and marketing practices are becoming increasingly acute.

Shein and Temu have declared war on each other

Shein and Temu have declared war on each other

12 May 2026

The victims of road accidents caused by an unidentified or uninsured vehicle will receive 10.2 million lei from the protection fund during 2025, of which 90 per cent will be used to compensate for material damage and 10 per cent for bodily injuries.

Over 10 million lei paid from the Fund for the Protection of Accident Victims

Over 10 million lei paid from the Fund for the Protection of Accident Victims

Today, 14:44

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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