Moldova will cover the costs of restoring the damaged section of the Isaccea-Vulcanesti line running through Ukraine, while the technical work will be carried out by the Ukrainian side.
The Ministry of Energy has warned Moldovan residents about possible power outages on Wednesday, March 25, from 17:00 to 22:00. This was announced by Carolina Novak, State Secretary of the Ministry. These measures are part of the actions within the framework of the emergency situation in the energy sector, which is to be considered today by the Parliament.
The rules for calculating pensions may be revised. In particular, it is proposed to include in the insurance record periods of childcare by relatives – for example, a grandmother, paternity leave for fathers, as well as to grant the right to an early pension to women with many children.
UPDATED. The Moldovan government imposes an emergency situation in the energy sector for 60 days. For this purpose, extraordinary sessions of the Government and Parliament will be held on Tuesday, March 24.
The Moldovan transport sector has been hit hardest by rising fuel prices. The authorities are ready to find the necessary solutions to mitigate the impact on the industry if the conflict in the Middle East continues.
UPDATED. As a result of attacks on energy infrastructure in southern Ukraine, the Isaccea-Vulcanesti (400 kV) overhead power line, one of the key elements of Moldova’s energy system and an important link to the European power grid, was shut down.
The parliamentary majority presented a draft Code on the Organization and Functioning of Parliament. In addition to limiting the time of debate in plenary sessions, it enshrines the right of parliament to suspend the activities of local authorities.
UPDATED. From April 1, the daily allowance for children without parental care who live in social services will increase. Payments on ordinary days will increase from 25 to 27 lei, on the child’s birthday – from 204 to 218 lei, and on holidays – from 145 to 155 lei.
The world is going through a period of deep uncertainty, characterized by a series of crises and large-scale transformations, and the globalization process is in regression. This was stated by Moldovan President Maia Sandu at the conference organized by the European Business Association “EBA Business Outlook 2026”.
The government is analyzing three economic scenarios, including the most pessimistic one, if the global energy crisis drags on. President Maia Sandu spoke about this at a press conference.
Moldova received the first shipment of free high-quality medicines for pediatric cancer treatment through the Global Platform for Access to Pediatric Oncology Medicines.
Germany is ready to allocate Moldova 12.9 million euros in the form of a grant for four priority projects. The Moldovan parliament’s foreign policy commission has approved the start of negotiations on a relevant intergovernmental agreement.
EU enlargement is a strategic investment in security, and the integration of Ukraine and Moldova directly contributes to regional stability and the development of energy, transportation and digital infrastructure. This was stated by Marta Kos, EU Commissioner for Enlargement, at the Conference on Security in the Black Sea Region organized in Chisinau under the auspices of the Crimean Platform.
Thousands of hearing aids for children and adults with varying degrees of hearing loss will be delivered to the country’s health care facilities between 2026 and 2028. All devices will be digital, with high sound quality, minimal noise, and include individual attachments and batteries.
Moldovan judges and prosecutors will be able to study EU law in Paris. The National Institute of Justice of Moldova and the French National School of Magistracy (ENM) signed a memorandum of cooperation.
In addition to the mixed system of manning the National Army with contract and conscript soldiers, all men between the ages of 18 and 55 will undergo compulsory military training at the state’s expense. Women will be able to participate voluntarily. The training will last up to 6 weeks.
The governments of Moldova and the German state of Baden-Württemberg will set up an intergovernmental mixed commission to expand cooperation in economy, agriculture, energy and other fields.
The law on phytosanitary products will be amended to unblock the market, avoid shortages of plant protection products and create predictable rules for farmers.
Since the beginning of 2026, 5,083 people have found jobs through the territorial subdivisions of the National Employment Agency, of which about 1,276 are officially registered unemployed.
In Moldova, the situation with the prevention of oral diseases remains alarming. Only 33.8% of adults have visited a dentist in the last 12 months. This means that the majority of residents put off going to the doctor, despite the health risks.
