Libraries and publishing houses will undergo a digital transformation. The National Library hosted a public presentation of the Strategic Action Plan for the Digitalization of the National Library System and the Publishing Sector of the Republic of Moldova for 2026–2030.
It was a typical hot summer month. The public seemed to be in good spirits. People had finally recovered from the winter’s hardships and were calmly working in their gardens or, if they were lucky, relaxing at resorts. But Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu announced his resignation. Trouble came to the authorities from an unexpected source—from within their own ranks—and if Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu hadn’t decided to resign on his own, it’s quite likely that others would have forced him out.
UPDATED. Posts are circulating on Facebook and TikTok calling on citizens to gather today, July 4, at the Great National Assembly Square for a flash mob in support of the ruling party and President Maia Sandu. While some posts are urging people to take to the streets, another segment of the online community is calling on the public not to participate in this event.
The Parliament building of the Republic of Moldova was illuminated in the colors of the United States flag as a sign of friendship and cooperation with the U.S. This symbolic gesture was timed to coincide with the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence.
The parliamentary faction of the ruling “Action and Solidarity” (PAS) party will review its priorities for the near future in light of Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu’s resignation.
Dan Perchun, Minister of Education and Research, commented on reports of possible disagreements with Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu. Perchun confirmed that he had a rather heated conversation with the prime minister regarding budget and tax policy, but emphasized that internal disagreements are a natural part of PAS’s organizational culture.
The Ministry of Education and Research will issue an official order next week stipulating that the 10-point grading system will become mandatory for all fourth-grade students starting with the new school year in September 2026.
President Maia Sandu denied rumors of any potential political or structural issues that might have caused tension within the executive branch. The head of state clarified that during the discussions, the former prime minister did not express dissatisfaction with the fight against corruption or other issues, but merely pointed out a problem related exclusively to interpersonal communication with Minister of Education and Research Dan Perchun.
President Maia Sandu stated that the reforms—particularly those related to tax policy and the wage system—could have been developed, coordinated, and explained more effectively to ensure public support and trust. She made this statement at a press conference following Alexandru Munteanu’s announcement that he was stepping down as prime minister.
Procedures to form a new government will begin next week following the announcement of Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu’s resignation. President Maia Sandu made this announcement.
UPDATED. Initial reactions to Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu’s resignation announcement were not long in coming. Opposition leaders stated that his departure confirms the crisis within the ruling PAS party, pointed to conflicts at the highest levels of government, and even called for early parliamentary elections.
Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu announced his resignation, stating that today would be his last day as head of the government.
Former Prime Minister and Member of Parliament Ion Chicu issued a warning to citizens about phantom investment platforms and fraudulent schemes that illegally use images of public figures, including his own.
Parliament has established an investigative commission to review the operations of state-owned enterprises. The commission consists exclusively of lawmakers from the ruling PAS party’s faction. The opposition refused to nominate its own representatives, since leadership and control remain in the hands of the ruling party.
Mobile operators will be required to implement technical measures to detect, verify, and block suspicious calls. This provision is contained in a bill that was passed by parliament on its first reading.
In the Republic of Moldova, there is a significant mismatch between the preferences of prospective parents and the profiles of children in need of a family. There are currently 800 children in the child welfare system with adoptable status, while the number of applications from families is only about 300. Most prospective adoptive parents are looking for healthy, young children, whereas the majority of children in the system are over 7 years old or have a disability.
Dan Perchun, Minister of Education and Research and Vice Chair of the PAS, issued a strong response amid recent public scandals involving resignations and corruption cases in which some government officials have been implicated.
Igor Grosu, Speaker of Parliament and leader of the PAS party, provided details regarding the exclusion of Petru Bondar, director of the state-owned company Metalferos, and his brother from the formation.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced in Yerevan that the European Union will provide Armenia with 18 million euros to strengthen and diversify its trade. According to her, the EU intends to help its partners in the face of external pressure and is ready to take practical steps to support them.
Officials from the National Anti-Corruption Center (NAC), acting under the procedural guidance of the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office, detained Tatyana Nistorica, State Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry, as well as a representative of one of the commercial companies. The detention took place as part of a criminal case initiated on charges of corruption.
