News about Social sphere
Baku plans to tackle traffic congestion with a flexible work schedule. Employees of government agencies and companies will begin shifting to different start times for their workday in order to ease traffic during rush hour.
“China Days” were held in Chisinau. The cultural event was organized by the Chisinau City Hall in collaboration with the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China. The event brought together officials, diplomats, and city residents, serving as a vibrant celebration of traditions, cuisine, technology, and the friendly ties between Moldova and China.
In the first quarter of 2026, Portugal (234), Italy (190), Spain (108), and France (105) recorded the highest number of strikes in the EU. The strikes were caused by issues in transportation, education, healthcare, and government agencies.
In 2026, Russian will rank 11th in terms of prevalence worldwide. It is used as a primary language in daily life by 210 million people.
The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense has announced a phased discharge of military personnel who have served the longest in the Defense Forces and spent the most time on the front lines.
Users of prepaid mobile services will be required to undergo official identification in order to activate their services. The Ministry of Internal Affairs has drafted amendments to the Electronic Communications Act, and the bill will be presented at a government meeting next week.
The Ebola outbreak in the Congo could serve as a “dress rehearsal for future pandemics” due to declining international health funding.
The National LEADER Network for Rural Development of the Republic of Moldova (RNDRL) announces the launch of a new phase of the national “Ecotourism Compass” program. The initiative is aimed at training small entrepreneurs in rural areas who seek to develop sustainable, innovative tourism services linked to the natural environment, culture, and traditions of local communities.
The Republic of Moldova ranks among the European countries with the lowest levels of forest cover, according to a ranking based on World Bank data. Forests cover only 12% of the country’s territory, placing the Republic of Moldova 37th out of 41 European countries.
Moldova has become a regional hub for telephone scams. Citizens lose millions of lei every day due to sophisticated schemes.
The Bureau for Diaspora Relations will develop a new action plan for 2026–2028 to implement the National Mechanism for Facilitating Return.
Customs officials will be allowed to engage in paid work during their free time—the government is relaxing the rules on conflicts of interest.
Fruit is one of the most widely produced food groups on Earth.
However, defining exactly what counts as a fruit is more complicated than it seems. From a botanical standpoint, a fruit is the part of a flowering plant that contains seeds, which means that tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers also fall under this definition, although chefs and experts at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations classify them as vegetables.
Approximately 170 farmers took part in yesterday’s protests, and around 120 pieces of agricultural equipment were involved. In Fălești, 70–80 farmers and more than 60 tractors gathered on the side of the national highway, while in Rezina and Cahul, there were 40 farmers each and several dozen pieces of agricultural machinery. The rainy weather reduced turnout but did not dampen the intensity of the protests.
The government has launched a campaign to promote local public administration reform. Its goal is to inform citizens about the need for the process of transforming the structure of local government that the authorities have initiated.
The popular website Numbeo has ranked Moldova eighth from the bottom in its list of the safest countries in Europe. One spot below is Sweden (presumably experiencing problems with crime due to an influx of not-so-peaceful migrants). One spot above is Greece. Above it is “more peaceful” Turkey.
On Friday, the 2026 edition of the “Jobs for Everyone” program was launched in the capital. This was announced by the Chisinau Department of Education, Youth, and Sports.
The State Agency for Intellectual Property (AGEPI) has suspended the activities of the “AUTORITY” association as a collective management organization for copyrights. This measure took effect on June 11, 2026, and is valid for six months.
On June 12, 2026, the European Union began implementing the provisions of the new Pact on Migration and Asylum, which significantly tightens the rules governing entry, residence, and deportation. It will now be more difficult to obtain asylum in EU countries, and those whose applications are denied will have to leave more quickly. These measures are aimed at combating illegal migration and reducing the burden on European countries’ social systems.
The Iran-linked group Handala claims to have gained access to data from FBI drones. The group’s statement was reported by SITE, an American organization that monitors the activity of Islamist sources. Handala representatives stated that for several months they had access to “all images and data on all suspects” recorded by the FBI’s FPV drones. The agency uses such drones near World Cup stadiums to prevent unauthorized aircraft from entering the airspace.
