News about Social sphere
The Republic of Moldova has made progress in combating human trafficking; however, persistent risks remain related to labor exploitation, the vulnerability of migrants, and the use of digital technologies by criminals.
Under a bill passed by the Moldovan Parliament in its second reading, professional sports clubs in the Republic of Moldova will be able to operate as limited liability companies (LLCs) or joint-stock companies.
Banking services will become more transparent and accessible. The government has approved a bill on the comparability of fees for payment accounts, switching payment accounts, and access to payment accounts with basic services. The bill will now be considered by members of parliament.
The government has approved the feasibility study for a public-private partnership (PPP) project to build housing for National Army personnel in the Bălți garrison. The project was developed by the company “LARA,” with a total investment estimated at 16.07 million euros.
On the occasion of its 65th anniversary, the Academy of Sciences of Moldova (ASM) states that it approaches this important milestone not merely as a prestigious scientific institution, but as “the country’s leading intellectual beacon—an institution where scientific inquiry is inextricably linked to civic responsibility.”
According to government data, 790 municipalities have already announced their participation in the voluntary consolidation process.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup—the largest in the tournament’s history—officially kicked off on June 11 in Mexico City. The colorful and vibrant ceremony took place at the legendary Azteca Stadium, which became the first stadium in the world to host the opening matches of three World Cups. Mexico previously hosted the World Cup in 1970 and 1986.
The international network Radical Storage has released a ranking of the world’s most disappointing tourist attractions. The top three spots went to Alton Towers amusement park in the UK, the Georgia Aquarium in the US, and the Horseshoe Casino in the US state of Louisiana.
Parliament is debating a media bill that would establish a Registry of Media Service Providers under the Ministry of Culture. The bill’s authors insist on the need for transparency and modernization of the media sector. The opposition fears that linking state subsidies to registration in the Registry will become a tool for controlling the press.
The government is introducing mandatory financial guarantees for companies posing a high environmental risk. This will allow for the compensation of environmental damage at the expense of businesses, without placing a burden on the national budget.
Finland is the most forested country in Europe: forests cover nearly three-quarters of its territory. At the same time, Iceland, Ireland, and the United Kingdom are among the countries with the lowest percentage of forest cover in Europe.
A Dutch court sentenced three men to 47 months in prison for stealing ancient Romanian gold artifacts from the Drenthe Museum in Assen. The theft of the national relics sparked a sharp reaction in Bucharest and led to the resignation of the director of Romania’s National Museum of History.
British Defense Secretary John Healey has submitted his resignation to Prime Minister Keira Starmer, citing insufficient defense funding amid growing international threats as the reason for his decision.
The Republic of Moldova has officially joined WorldSkills Europe—the European platform for the development of vocational skills and technical and vocational education.
The Danish restaurant Noma, which has repeatedly been named one of the best in the world, is preparing to reopen following a reputational crisis surrounding its founder and working conditions within the team.
Even without hosting the tournament, Portugal stands to gain nearly one billion euros in economic benefits from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to a study by the Portuguese Institute of Marketing (IPAM), the tournament’s total contribution to the country’s economy is estimated to range from €378 million to €945 million—and will depend directly on the national team’s performance.
Natural gas consumption in the Republic of Moldova fell significantly in May as temperatures rose and the demand for heating from households and businesses declined.
Romanian Prime Minister-designate Eugen Tomac stated that Romania and the Republic of Moldova must move away from the mindset “we know each other, we respect each other, but we each have our own affairs” and develop “much bolder” projects, noting that the two countries should have “an integrated, practically identical education system.”
On behalf of the Federation of Trade Unions of Workers in the Automotive and Agricultural Machinery Industry of the Republic of Moldova, we extend our deepest and most sincere condolences to the family and loved ones, friends, colleagues, and everyone who knew and respected Veacheslav Constantinovich Ciumacenco.
Lawmakers are proposing a mechanism that would give local authorities the right to remove abandoned vehicles, thereby clearing courtyards and parking lots in the country’s major cities.
