Mayor of Pepeni commune publishes images of a new drone found in Moldova

A local resident in Pepeni commune, Sângerei district, discovered a drone. On Wednesday, December 3, the local mayor, Oleg Cernei, shared images of it on Facebook.

Labor market inclusion: Challenges and successes of people with disabilities in the Republic of Moldova

In the Republic of Moldova, more than 160,000 people live with disabilities, each possessing a unique story of resilience. Unfortunately, many of them encounter challenges when trying to find employment. In observance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we highlight the inspiring stories of Eugen Roșca and Stanislav Pivovarciuc. Despite facing various obstacles, both have secured jobs and are actively contributing to their community.

Ministry of Environment considers restrictions on pyrotechnic products

The Ministry of Environment is considering restrictions on fireworks, firecrackers, and other pyrotechnic products due to concerns about their health, animal, and environmental effects.

Moldova initiates negotiations with Japan for 21 million lei grant to modernize TRM

Japan is set to offer a non-refundable grant of approximately 192 million Japanese yen, which is equivalent to about 21 million lei, for a project aimed at modernizing the equipment at the "Teleradio-Moldova" Company (TRM). On December 3, the Government approved a decision to begin negotiations and sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Japan. The funds will be managed by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

Bribe for smuggling prohibited Items: Penitentiary department head arrested

On Wednesday, December 3, officers from the National Anticorruption Center (CNA), along with prosecutors, conducted raids at the management offices of Penitentiary No. 6 in Soroca and on an inmate from the same facility. These searches are part of a criminal investigation into allegations of active and passive corruption. One individual was detained in connection with the case.

Joint border control: Moldova and Romania to implement system at Lipcani–Rădăuți Prut

Another border crossing point with Romania will be upgraded to coordinated control. On Wednesday, December 3, the executive approved initiating negotiations with the Romanian authorities to implement this system at the Lipcani-Rădăuți Prut road crossing. This measure aims to reduce waiting times for travellers and carriers, as well as to streamline the operations of border authorities.

MEC announces 12 Education Code changes that teachers deem necessary but hard to achieve under current system conditions

Schools with a low enrollment will be gradually reorganized. This process will focus on 73 schools that have over 1,300 students, as announced by the Minister of Education and Research, Dan Perciun.

Christmas spirit fills homes as many families decorate their trees early in winter

The holidays are approaching, and many families start decorating their trees at the very beginning of winter. In the Hîncu family from the village of Floreni in Anenii Noi, both young and old gathered around the Christmas tree. The tree was adorned with toys that had been passed down through generations, as well as handmade decorations.

Moldova’s education reform: Relocation grants up to 300,000 lei

School reorganization is set to be implemented gradually across institutions with low enrollment figures.

Top executives in Moldova suspected of 8 million lei tax fraud

Top executives of a Chișinău construction company are under investigation for a major tax evasion scheme, a financial crime amounting to approximately 8,000,000 lei.

Foreign citizens face halted IGM services in late December

The General Inspectorate for Migration (IGM) has suspended, effective December 2, the procedure that allowed foreign citizens to simultaneously submit files for their right of residence and the issuance of a residence permit.

Food safety Moldova: ANSA seizes 5 tonnes of palm oil with 3-MCPD

The National Agency for Food Safety (ANSA) has seized a 5,000-kilogram batch of palm oil at the importer's warehouse after analyses confirmed the oil exceeded legal limits for 3-monochloropropanediol (3-MCPD) and its esters.