News about Social sphere
The World Cup, which kicks off on June 11, may boost demand in certain segments of the German retail sector, but retailers do not expect a significant increase in consumption across the entire industry. This conclusion is contained in a study by the German Retail Association (HDE) published on Wednesday.
The U.S. Embassy in Chisinau has officially introduced the mission’s new press secretary. The announcement was made on the diplomatic mission’s official Facebook page.
More than 110 curriculum developers and subject area coordinators from across the country participated in a training workshop on the development of new national curricula.
The City Hall reports that the Chisinau City Council has approved two projects aimed at expanding and diversifying educational services in the city.
The subsidy component of the Prima Casă program was suspended in March 2026 after the annual budget of 130 million lei was exhausted in just three months.
There are approximately 13,000 civil society organizations registered in the Republic of Moldova, of which about 5,000 are actively operating. In recognition of their work, the ninth “Civil Society 2026” Gala was held in Chisinau, where seven organizations received European Union awards for outstanding achievements and solidarity.
A group of farmers from the Cahul district notified local authorities and the police inspectorate of their intention to hold “a peaceful protest with 20–30 tractors” on the Cantemir–Cahul highway near Andrushului de Jos (Gura Andrushului).
Georgian authorities are preparing sweeping changes to tighten immigration laws amid a growing number of foreigners in the country. A new package of amendments, which parliament will consider on June 23 under an expedited procedure, will affect the rules for obtaining residence permits for foreign students and spouses of Georgian citizens.
More than a year after the launch of the new ID card (card de identitate), which includes a free digital signature, authorities are sounding the alarm over the low uptake of these modern digital tools.
An online job fair for the diaspora will be held on Thursday, June 11. The event is intended for Moldovan citizens living abroad who are looking for employment opportunities in the Republic of Moldova.
Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu stated that the Republic of Moldova is on the verge of an “important announcement” from the EU, and expressed hope that the breaks between the negotiation clusters on accession would not be too long.
International tourist arrivals in Spain rose by 5.2% in April, reaching 9.1 million, bolstering the sector’s recovery at the start of the high season.
Hotels.com has released a ranking of the most affordable five-star hotels in the world. The study is based on internal booking data and takes into account the average cost of staying at premium-class hotels—no more than 200 euros per night.
The National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) is launching a nationwide campaign to assess non-commercial farms (households) engaged in pig farming as part of measures to prevent the spread of African swine fever in the Republic of Moldova.
On June 9, Ungheni hosted the international forum “Border Security: Institutional Development for Future Challenges,” dedicated to strengthening regional cooperation in the field of border management and security.
Eugen Tomac, who was appointed by President Nicușor Dan to form Romania’s new government, stated that one of his plans is for Romania to organize joint Olympic Games with the Republic of Moldova.
A significant number of illegal Russian-speaking call centers involved in telephone fraud are physically located in Ukraine. The perpetrators use social engineering techniques, modern number spoofing technologies, and psychological pressure.
Argentine Lionel Messi, an eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, tops numerous rankings and lists. His achievements go beyond just goals, assists, and titles.
The Chişinău City Hall announces that on the Hînceşti Highway, from the roundabout near the Ministry of Health to Lech Kaczyński Street, a large-scale project has been launched to reconstruct and modernize the road and its surrounding infrastructure.
A large group of farmers from the Fălești district plans to stage a protest (and, at the same time, drive their farm equipment onto the Sculeț-Fălești national highway) on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
