The Council of Europe’s Group of Experts on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings (GRETA) has published new recommendations on granting residence permits to foreign victims of human trafficking.

European Union member states have agreed to extend temporary protection for Ukrainians for another year—until March 4, 2028. At the same time, the Council of the European Union approved new conditions for granting this status to some future applicants.

Information regarding real property shall be provided to the custodian, the property manager, and the executor of the deceased’s estate. to attorneys and law clerks in the performance of their professional duties, as well as to the Ministry of Defense—to verify eligibility for service housing.

Payments between businesses and government agencies will be made within the timeframes established by law. Government agencies will not be able to justify payment delays by citing a lack of funds, red tape, or similar reasons.

Vladimir Voronin, former president of Moldova and honorary chairman of the Communist Party, sent an open letter to the judges of the Constitutional Court.

In June 2026, the State Tax Service (STS) reviewed 769 cases following inspections conducted to investigate illegal business activities.

The State Agency for Intellectual Property (AGEPI) rejects the unfounded and disparaging accusations leveled against the agency and its employees.

The parliamentary opposition (the “Alternative” bloc, the Communist Party, the Socialist Party, “Democracy at Home,” and “Our Party”) is insisting on systemic changes to election legislation. The proposed draft amendments to the Electoral Code No. 325/2022 “provide for a radical democratization of the electoral process.”

Lump-sum benefits currently paid to employees in the event of a workplace accident may be eliminated. The Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization has put forward this proposal.

Police and prosecutors from the Central District seized illegal drugs worth more than 10 million lei.

A group of opposition lawmakers drafted a bill to amend Electoral Code No. 325/2022. The bill was presented during public hearings in parliament on July 14.

The Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization is proposing these changes as part of a package of amendments to the Labor Code. They are aimed at reducing excessive regulation of the business environment.

On Tuesday, July 14, 2026, negotiations between the European Union and representatives of Moldova and Ukraine officially began in Brussels on the sixth cluster, titled “External Relations” and comprises two negotiation chapters—Chapter 30 (“External Relations”) and Chapter 31 (“Foreign Policy, Security, and Defense”).

The National Technical Inspection Authority (INST) presented the “Buyer’s Guide”—a practical tool designed for people planning to purchase a home in the Republic of Moldova—at a press conference today.

A court in Chisinau found a man from Chisinau and a woman from Taraclia guilty and sentenced them to 10 years in prison for smuggling drugs from Kazakhstan.

On September 12, 2026, the new Law on Mediation and the Status of Mediators will take effect. It sets forth provisions regarding the licensing of this type of activity.

Individuals carrying more than 10,000 euros in cash or the equivalent amount in another currency may complete a currency declaration form online before arriving at the border crossing point. This measure simplifies the declaration process and reduces the time spent on customs inspection.

Pregnancy and childbirth benefits will be provided to unmarried women, regardless of their marital status.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the launch of a campaign to dismantle the International Criminal Court. Washington is also threatening its allies with cuts in aid if they support the court.

During Monday’s consultations with President Nicușor Dan, the Romanian Social Democrats proposed abandoning efforts to form a new government and instead considering the option of dissolving Parliament and holding early legislative elections.
