The military parade, which will take place on August 27, Independence Day of the Republic of Moldova, is intended to showcase to citizens the investments aimed at strengthening the national defense system, as well as efforts to maintain peace. President Maia Sandu made this statement.
The government has approved amendments to the Law on Judicial Genomic Registration, which establish the legal framework for connecting the national DNA profiling system to European mechanisms for sharing the results of genetic analyses.
Artificial intelligence and the widespread use of technology are posing new challenges for Moldovan citizens. The risks affect not only children and young people, but all age groups. President Maia Sandu stated that in September, the government will present proposals to mitigate the risks associated with the use of advanced technologies and their impact on children.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu urged citizens to use water and electricity wisely, warning that the drought and abnormally high temperatures in the region have exacerbated the resource crisis and increased risks to the country’s energy system.
The government has postponed consideration of a bill to introduce a financial guarantee for environmental restoration in connection with mineral extraction. The decision was made following appeals from the business community—some of the bill’s provisions will be revised based on further consultations.
UPDATED. Moldova will increasingly face the problem of electricity consumption amid a regional shortage and rising market prices. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan stated that energy conservation will become a shared responsibility, as the situation in the region is being complicated by problems in a number of energy systems.
The transformation of the international security architecture will continue in the coming years, and the war in Ukraine will remain one of the key factors influencing the security situation in Europe. According to the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Moldova, NATO is expected to continue strengthening its eastern flank and deterrence mechanisms, while the European Union will accelerate the development of its own defense capabilities.
The concept for the new tax reform will be officially presented on August 6, but the authorities have already revealed its main provisions. The previous version of the document was withdrawn following a wave of criticism from the public and the business community and is said to have been one of the reasons for the government’s resignation.
President Maia Sandu signed a decree appointing Liliana Vitsu-Eșanu as director of the Center for Strategic Communication and Countering Disinformation following the approval of Anna Revenko’s resignation letter.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) announced that it has begun drafting a government resolution to approve the Regulations on the Accreditation of Foreign Journalists in the Republic of Moldova.
Products with elevated levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) may be permitted for use in the restoration of buildings and vehicles of historical and cultural significance, subject to specific regulated exemptions.
Employees of the National Bank of Moldova demonstrate a high level of integrity and professionalism, and their salary levels must also be analyzed in light of competition in the banking market. This opinion was expressed by the Secretary General of the Government, Alexei Buzu.
Fines of up to 2 million lei may be imposed on companies and organizations that violate personal data processing regulations. The law, passed two years ago, will take effect on August 23 and will establish new requirements for the protection of personal information, as well as expand citizens’ rights to appeal the unlawful use of their data.
Moldova is seeking approval from Chinese authorities to export honey to the Chinese market. This issue was discussed at a meeting between Moldova’s ambassador to Beijing, Petru Frunze, and Mao Wenchong, deputy director general of the Department of European and Central Asian Affairs at the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Moldova has a great opportunity to become a wonderful and beautiful country, especially with the help of young people from the diaspora. The experience they’ve gained abroad sets them apart and allows them to bring new ideas for the country’s development. PAS MP Eugeniu Sinchevici made this statement at the event “Youth Talk: Youth Changes the World.”
Moldova plans to build 500 charging stations for electric vehicles by 2030. The National Electric Vehicle Development Program, developed by the government, calls for investments of more than 1.19 billion lei to develop charging infrastructure, reduce emissions, and increase the number of electric vehicles on the country’s roads. However, funding sources have been identified for less than 4% of the total amount.
The Triumphal Arch is being prepared for restoration. To this end, the authorities intend to officially designate the monument as state property. The Ministry of Culture has drafted a corresponding resolution.
“Granting permission for the visit of the delegation from Afghanistan was a mistake in assessing the situation and in interagency coordination,” said Prime Minister Vasile Tofan. According to him, formal administrative procedures were followed, but the potential political and diplomatic risks were not sufficiently taken into account when the decision was made.
Moldova is preparing a set of measures to ensure the security of natural gas supplies during the 2026–2027 heating season. The plan, developed by the Ministry of Energy, calls for diversifying gas procurement sources, building up necessary reserves, and establishing response mechanisms in the event of emergencies.
The government will determine the amount and mechanism of compensation for the cold season following a decision by the National Energy Regulatory Agency (NARE) on natural gas rates. This was announced by Government Secretary-General Alexei Buz.
