News about Regulation

The Congress of Local Authorities of Moldova (CALM) criticizes the government’s new decree on administrative-territorial reform and accuses the executive branch of lacking real consultation with local authorities.

Romania’s Culture Minister Andras Istvan Demeter resigned on Monday, May 25, following the scandal caused by the publication of an audio recording in which he reportedly makes harsh remarks about “national interests.”

The National Forum on Energy Efficiency in Construction takes place on May 27, 2026 in Chisinau. Its participants assess the potential of the sector in terms of developing energy saving projects. As well as barriers to their implementation.

Suppliers will be able to provide procurement services on behalf of and in the interests of a customer only after registration in the relevant register. This requirement is contained in a regulation drawn up by the Ministry of Finance.

Electronic accounting, monitoring and control of subsoil resources carried out at all stages of work, from exploration and production to transportation, processing, storage and sales, will be ensured by a digital system of traceability of minerals.

The authorities are planning to expand the list of criminal acts connected with counterfeiting and to considerably toughen penalties. In this way, the legislation is to be adapted to modern technology and new challenges in the area of security.

The authorities propose to expand the scope of regulation of particle gas pedals and sources of ionizing radiation. In this regard, Adrian Bely, chairman of the parliamentary commission for social protection, health care and family, proposed amendments to the Law on the Safe Execution of Nuclear and Radiological Activities.

The question of whether the EU should enter direct negotiations with Russia continues to divide its members. Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna warns that such a move would turn the EU into a “neutral mediator” expected to ease sanctions and meet Moscow’s maximalist demands.

The external public audit of the Accounting Chamber revealed a number of serious systemic violations that can directly affect the social rights of citizens. Execution of the state social insurance budget faces a number of systemic problems that depend on the state of the economy as a whole – bankruptcy of enterprises, debts, poor financial discipline and many other things that affect the sustainability of state guarantees in the social sphere.

The European Consumer Rights Protection Center of Moldova launched the “Consumer Page” – a new tool for filing complaints.

The physical and cyber security of critical energy infrastructure was analyzed at a meeting of the National Security Council (NSC) held today by President Maia Sandu. The meeting took place in the context of increased risks caused by the situation in the region.

A Ukrainian citizen has asked the Ukrainian government to return the “nationality” column to passports and birth certificates. The proposal concerns not only paper forms, but also digital documents.

Jonathan Andik, the son of Mango’s founder, has temporarily stepped down as vice president of the company after being implicated in the investigation into the death of his father, billionaire Isak Andik. In a statement to employees, he said he intends to focus on defending his innocence.

Russia is changing the rules for importing goods from Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) countries from June 1, 2026, strengthening preliminary control over shipments and introducing mandatory electronic confirmation for importers.

With constant threats to critical infrastructure, Moldova and Ukraine need to move away from the Soviet model of energy “gigantomania. A credible path to stability lies through decentralization, market-based tariffs and deep diversification.

The Grain and Oilseed Producers Association “Forța Fermierilor” publicly (through the media) reminded all interested parties that “on May 27, at 11 p.m., we will organize a warning protest action in front of the Government building, on the side of Pushkin Street”.

Iran’s national soccer team will move its training base for the 2026 World Cup from the United States to Mexico’s Tijuana. The decision has been approved by FIFA, said Mehdi Taj, head of the Iranian soccer federation.

The Republic of Moldova and Georgia strengthen cooperation in the field of social protection, pension provision, social support of persons with disabilities.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu announced the granting of Moldovan citizenship to former Romanian President Traian Basescu, praising “the constant support he has given to Moldova over the years.”

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys told domestic television channel LRT that his threat to attack Kaliningrad if necessary came from a desire to show that the Baltic states “can defend themselves.”