News about Social sphere

Vasile Bumacov, former Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry and former Ambassador to Japan and the Republic of Korea, has been elected Chairman of the European Social Democratic Party (PSDE). The decision was made on June 6 during the XII extraordinary congress of the formation, which gathered delegates from all over the country, members and supporters of the party.

Chisinau is preparing to become a center of attraction for all connoisseurs of Eastern civilization: On June 13, 2026, the capital will host a large-scale event “China Day 2026” (China Day 2026). The event is organized by the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Republic of Moldova and the Mayor’s Office of the capital.

Moldova is implementing a new mechanism for calculating and adjusting the minimum wage in accordance with the EU Adequate Minimum Wages Directive. The government will be obliged to review this indicator annually, using 50% of the projected average monthly wage for the economy as a benchmark.

President Donald Trump said he wants his new acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte, whom he appointed on June 2, to reduce the agency’s staff.

The leaders of France, Germany and the UK will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in London on Sunday, June 7. The main topic is how to increase pressure on Russia and what to do next with Kiev’s support. This was reported in the administration of the French President.

Families affected by floods in the Calarasi district will receive 6,200 lei each as emergency aid to restore their households. The funds were allocated by the second level local public administration authorities. All available resources from the district reserve fund were used for this purpose.

The World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico has not yet started, and one of its most recognizable “sounds” has already disappeared from the future atmosphere of the stadiums. FIFA has officially banned the use of vuvuzelas, whistles and other noise-making devices in all arenas of the tournament, continuing its policy of strict regulation of fan behavior.

EU rules on income transparency and closing the gender pay gap are lagging behind: most countries will not have time to implement them by June 7, as the pledge dictates.

The real decentralization of local authorities should imply a real transfer of financial resources to local public administration bodies. This is the opinion of the Deputy Speaker of the Parliament Vlad Batrynca.

Billionaire Jack Dorsey’s company Block has introduced an unusual payment accessory for the Cash App service – a miniature “magic wand” with a built-in NFC chip. It can be used to pay for purchases in stores just like using a bank card or a smartphone.

The Moldovan government approved by Decision No. 278 of May 27 on the application of provisions on preventing and combating violence and/or harassment in the workplace in public authorities. The document was published on May 29 in the Official Gazette and entered into force.

Barcelona is preparing for a historic event: on June 10, Pope Leo XIV will visit the famous Sagrada Familia Basilica to inaugurate and consecrate the Tower of Jesus Christ, the central and tallest tower of the church. Its construction was completed in February, marking a major milestone in the 144-year history of one of the world’s most ambitious architectural projects.

“As of June 1, the Citizenship and Migration Office (PMLP) provides services only in Latvian,” was the message foreign students of Latvian universities received.

While some employees relish the opportunity to work in their home clothes and not spend hours commuting, scientists are increasingly wondering whether the price for this comfort is a sense of loneliness.

The list of criminal acts related to the manufacture and distribution of counterfeit money will be expanded and specified.

The very rich make up only a tiny fraction of the world’s population, yet they are the ones who control a significant portion of the world’s wealth.

The Congress of Local Authorities of Moldova (CALM) asked representatives of the European Committee of the Regions to mediate the organization’s dialogue with the government. Its members pointed out alarming signs of deterioration in the situation of local democracy.

Experts call for the development of agricultural applications with artificial intelligence to take into account the specifics of the countries where these technologies will be used.

Moldovan Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popşoi, who is a Romanian citizen, supports unification with this country and is ready to vote for it if a referendum is held. He made this statement on air on the Vocea Basarabiei radio station.

“A “thorough discussion with the Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry” was held this week by representatives of the Forța Fermierilor association. Judging by the softened tone of the organization’s assets in the announcement of the results of this dialogue, something is changing – there is a hint of constructiveness.