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    At the opening of the session, oil was trading around $110 per barrel. As of 5:55 Moscow time, the cost of May futures for Brent increased by 4.5% to $112.26 per barrel. In general, oil rose in price by about 11% during the week, and for the month the growth exceeded 50%.

    Global Economy 19 March 2026

    Moldovan medical institutions generate up to 3500 tons of medical waste annually. Their volume continues to grow as the number of medical interventions increases. However, some of this waste has nowhere to go: due to gaps in the system, some medical institutions are forced to store anatomical and pathological waste in refrigerators.

    Society 19 March 2026

    Real estate brokers will be required to obtain certification of professional competence. A draft law on the activities of real estate agents will be put to a vote in its second and final reading at a parliamentary session on Friday, March 20.

    Politics & Economy 19 March 2026

    Employees of the Customs Service of the Republic of Moldova, led by prosecutors of the Prosecutor’s Office for Combating Organized Crime and Special Cases (PCCOCS), seized more than 130 smuggled cars, most of which came from the European Union.

    Economy & Law 19 March 2026

    Former world number one, Romanian Simona Halep and Argentine tennis player Juan Manuel del Potro, ranked third in the ATP ranking, will play an exhibition match in Chisinau on May 23, Logos Press reports.

    Sport & Tourism 18 March 2026

    Soccer clubs “Arsenal”, PSG, “Real” and “Sporting” on the results of the return matches of the 1/8 finals of the Champions League (LC) have secured their participation in the next round, reports Logos Press.

    Sport & Tourism 18 March 2026

    Moldova may abolish import customs duties on more than 90% of goods from the USA, keeping them on some sensitive groups (meat, milk and products from them, as well as sugar, sucrose, fructose, etc.). A corresponding parliamentary initiative has been registered in Parliament.

    Politics & Economy 18 March 2026

    On Wednesday, March 18, global oil prices showed a decline after the news of resumption of oil exports from Iraq’s Kirkuk fields to the Turkish port of Ceyhan.

    Global Economy 18 March 2026

    Azerbaijan has sent five trucks with humanitarian aid to Iran. The cargo was sent on behalf of Ilham Aliyev on the eve of Novruz holiday.

    Society 18 March 2026

    Under the new regulations, local authorities will be obliged to identify ragweed-contaminated areas, map out ragweed hotspots and potential areas of spread, and coordinate with owners to eradicate this invasive plant. At the national level, public institutions in the fields of agriculture, environment and health will be responsible for informing and controlling ragweed control campaigns.

    Green Economy 18 March 2026

    On the occasion of the High-Level Conference on Social Rights – the European Social Charter, held in Chișinău (Republic of Moldova) on 18-19 March 2026, the President of the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities, Marc Cools, highlighted the need for decisive multilevel action towards achieving social justice.

    Politics & Economy 18 March 2026

    In the Indian city of Bangalore, a woman tried to send her own father in a courier parcel to make a viral video for social media. The incident was prevented by employees of the delivery service, who found a live person inside the bag. This is reported by local media.

    Society 18 March 2026

    Louis Vuitton has unveiled a limited edition Sac Œuf Jaune product for Easter 2026 – an edible interpretation of the brand’s signature bag. The product was designed in collaboration with French chocolatier Maxime Frederic and is part of the La Collection de Pâques 2026 holiday collection, available in Paris.

    Retail & HoReCa 18 March 2026

    Joe Kent, director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center, has resigned after publicly stating his disagreement with President Donald Trump’s administration’s decision to launch a military operation against Iran.

    Politics & Economy 18 March 2026

    Spring 2026 brings sneaker fans a real surprise: Nike presents an updated version of the legendary Air Force 1 Low in “White Crocodile”. The luxurious texture of crocodile-embossed leather, shimmering silver Swoosh and back, and translucent ice outsole create the effect of a premium shoe worthy of a fashion boutique showcase.

    Sport & Tourism 18 March 2026

    Security will be ensured by less bureaucracy but better import controls by government agencies.

    Economy & Law 18 March 2026

    The staff of the State Chancellery has been increased by 56 units. The government made the relevant decision on Wednesday, 18 March, arguing that it was necessary to improve the efficiency of the reform management, monitoring of the European integration and implementation of the national strategic programs.

    Politics & Economy 18 March 2026

    US department store chain Saks Global has received an additional $300 million in financing, marking an important step in its financial recovery. The funds are part of a larger $1.75 billion package of support generated through Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in the US. At the same time, the company’s shareholders approved a five-year growth strategy aimed at returning the business to sustainable profitability.

    Business & Companies 18 March 2026

    Seven out of ten Moldovan citizens state that they are concerned about the state of the environment, and the main obstacle to mass “eco-friendly” behavior is the lack of accessible systems for waste collection and sorting.

    Green Economy 18 March 2026

    The European e-cigarette market is now at the peak of growth, but almost half of the turnover is out of state control. This is the conclusion reached by the authors of a new international study on the structure of the illegal vape market in Europe, presented at a press conference by experts from Fraunhofer IIS and MRU GmbH (Germany).

    Top News 18 March 2026

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