Premier Energy: No personal data requested by phone – stay alert

Moldova’s largest electricity provider warns citizens about a scam using its name, urging people not to give personal data under the pretext of meter changes.

Over 50 European delegations arrive in Chisinau for High-Level Conference on Social Rights

The High-Level Conference on Social Rights – European Social Charter will be held in Chisinau on March 18-19. This event will feature the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Alain Berset, and for the first time, it will bring together a remarkable number of international officials responsible for social policy. Approximately 50 delegations from Council of Europe member states, European institutions, and international organizations are expected to participate in this gathering.

IGSU and Army deliver 92.9 tons of water to northern Moldova

After the water supply was cut off in several areas in northern Moldova due to pollution of the Nistru River with petroleum products, authorities transported 92.9 tons of water over the past day to various localities in the north and center of the republic.

Over 121,000 Moldovans officially declare living abroad

A total of 121,393 citizens from the Republic of Moldova reported to the authorities by March 1 that they had moved abroad for permanent residence. The majority of them settled in the Russian Federation, Ukraine, the USA, and Germany.

Over 9 tons of pesticide-tainted peppers blocked

A batch of over 9 tons of imported peppers was found non-compliant after a control at the Leușeni border crossing point, according to the National Food Safety Agency.

Moldova inventories wells for water security

The authorities have mandated a complete inventory of all wells in the Republic of Moldova to identify alternative water sources for localities affected by the pollution of the Nistru River. This announcement was made by Gheorghe Hajder, the Minister of Environment, in response to the crisis caused by oil product leaks into the river.

Structural inequities threaten Moldova’s healthcare system despite rising insurance rates

Over 84% of Moldova's population is currently covered by health insurance. However, experts warn this figure remains insufficient to guarantee a sustainable and high-quality healthcare system.

Moldova nears completion of €1.9 million bridge restoration on vital northern corridor

The State Road Administration (ASD) has announced that major rehabilitation works on the Răut River bridge and the railway overpass along the Bălți bypass are nearing the final phase.

Urban paralysis: The legislative deadlock over Chisinau’s abandoned fleet

Abandoned vehicles with rusted chassis and flat tires have become a permanent fixture in Chisinau’s courtyards. These derelict cars occupy critical parking spaces for years, prompting residents to demand immediate removal by municipal authorities.

Urban renewal underway: Chisinau tackles winter debris amid logistical challenges

The Chisinau municipal authorities launched a wide-scale spring cleaning campaign today in the Botanica district. The initiative aims to clear the capital’s streets of sand, dust, and abrasive grit accumulated during the winter season.

Capital city secures water supply while Northern Moldova faces 48-hour shutdown amid pollution crisis

The Moldovan government has officially instituted a 15-day environmental state of alert for the Dniester (Nistru) River basin, effective March 16, 2026. The emergency measure follows a significant petroleum spill currently moving downstream, prompting a massive mobilization of state resources to mitigate public health risks.

Government restricts Dniester water usage as oil spill threatens regional supplies

Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu has convened an emergency Cabinet meeting to approve a 15-day environmental state of emergency for the Dniester River basin. The decision follows a significant oil spill triggered by a Russian military strike on the Novodnistrovsk hydroelectric plant.