AGREEMENT | Japan grants 21 million lei for modern audiovisual equipment at "Teleradio-Moldova" Company

The Government of Japan is providing a grant of 21 million lei to support the modernization of the "Teleradio-Moldova" Company (TRM). This investment aims to facilitate the purchase of modern audiovisual equipment and to enhance the quality of public media services. On November 26, the Parliamentary Committee for Foreign Policy approved a recommendation to initiate negotiations on the Grant Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Moldova and the Government of Japan.

Minister of Education: We encourage students and teachers to report cases of drug trafficking and use

The Ministry of Education and Research is launching a national awareness campaign to highlight the risks associated with the consumption and trafficking of narcotic substances. This initiative responds to reports of alleged drug sales occurring on or near educational institutions.

Social agreement with Slovakia approved for Moldovan pensions

Citizens of the Republic of Moldova who have officially worked in the Slovak Republic will be eligible to receive pensions and other social benefits based on the contributory periods completed in that country. The administrative arrangement to implement the social agreement between the two nations was approved by the Chisinau Executive on November 26.

European Courtyard: Government approved new projects worth 1.7 billion lei

The "European Courtyard" program, which began with repairs in 39 apartment building courtyards in Chisinau, is now expanding. During a meeting on November 26, the Government approved the addition of 384 new initiatives to the Single Project Document (DUP). The total funding for these initiatives is 1.7 billion lei, provided by the National Fund for Regional and Local Development.

Faster road interventions: 112 Service and AND connect systems for real-time data exchange

Road crews will be notified by the 112 Service operators in the event of road accidents or incidents caused by infrastructure issues or challenging weather conditions. This initiative is made possible by a collaboration agreement between the national emergency call service (112) and the National Road Administration (AND). The goal of this agreement is to enhance the exchange of information and improve response times for incidents on public roads.

Heart transplant program, strategic priority for the Ministry of Health. Emil Ceban: Over 20 patients would need this intervention annually

The heart transplant program is a strategic priority for the Ministry of Health, even though such procedures are not yet performed in the Republic of Moldova. The estimated need for this program is between 20 to 25 patients annually, with potential for growth. This information was shared by the Minister of Health, Emil Ceban, during the inaugural conference of the National Program "Heart Transplant in the Republic of Moldova," which took place on November 25 at the Republican Clinical Hospital "Timofei Moșneaga."

EU equips six Moldovan towns to improve disaster resilience

Residents of six towns—Drochia, Iargara, Sângerei, Criuleni, Strășeni, and Cantemir—will have improved protection against disasters. With the modern equipment received on November 25 as part of the "EU4Resilient Moldova" project, housing and communal services will be able to respond quickly in emergencies.

Childbirth allowance will be increased

The single allowance for the child's birth will increase next year. As a result, parents will receive 536 lei more than in 2025. Specifically, the allowance will rise from 21,350 lei to 21,886 lei.

Authorities propose reducing heating compensation: targeted support only for the vulnerable

The authorities' compensation for the cold season will be lower this year. The maximum amount will be reduced from 1,400 lei to 1,000 lei, while the minimum will be set at 500 lei, according to a draft discussed at the meeting on November 20 at the State Chancellery. The new rules, which will be in effect from November 2025 to March 2026, are intended to more effectively target aid to vulnerable households.

Artur Leșcu: “The biggest violation of Moldovan airspace so far”

On the morning of November 25th, a massive attack by the Russian Federation on Ukraine resulted in the unauthorized intrusion of six drones into the airspace of the Republic of Moldova. Security expert Artur Leșcu characterized the incident as “the biggest violation of airspace” to date. He warns that this event poses a significant risk to the population and serves as an alarming signal of the airspace's vulnerability.

MEC offers two buildings to ease Chisinau school overcrowding. Pavaloi: “We’ll review the proposal”

The Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) has proposed that municipal authorities in Chisinau lease two large buildings to expand the school network and alleviate classroom overcrowding. The proposed buildings are the Center of Excellence in Energy and Electronics and the current headquarters of the Academic Lyceum of Fine Arts "Igor Vieru." This announcement was made by Minister of Education Dan Perciun during a press conference on November 25. The authorities in the capital have stated that they will review the proposal.

“Moldova without Violence”: Authorities unveil new anti-abuse strategy

The Republic of Moldova is launching the "16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence" campaign with the message "Moldova without Violence." The authorities are announcing significant changes to prevent and combat this issue.