"Moldova Fruct" Association calls for state of calamity in agriculture after frost and hail

After orchards across nearly all regions of the Republic of Moldova were impacted by two waves of severe frosts in April, followed by hail at the end of May, the “Moldova Fruct” Association is urging the Government and the Ministry of Agriculture to declare a state of agricultural emergency due to spring natural calamities, by May 31. In an official request sent on May 23 to Prime Minister Dorin Recean and Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry Ludmila Catlabuga, the Association highlighted the significant losses experienced by farmers. The weather events—specifically, frosts occurring from April 7 to 11 and again from April 28 to 29, as well as hailstorms on May 1—have severely impacted crops during critical stages of growth, such as flowering and fruit formation, according to representatives of “Moldova Fruct.”

Families aiming to improve energy efficiency and use renewables will be eligible for subsidies

Families looking to make their homes more energy-efficient and utilize renewable energy sources will be able to access subsidies covering up to 50% of the costs. The authorities have announced that the "Casa Verde" (Green House) program, which was previously in the pilot phase, will be expanded nationwide this summer, managed by the National Center for Sustainable Energy (NCSE).

Citizens urged to protect their animals amid flood risk

Citizens are encouraged to take precautions to ensure the safety of farm and pet animals during this flood-risk period. The National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) recommends regularly checking the condition of animals and taking prompt action to prevent them from facing unnecessary dangers.

Parliament approves: Starting 2026, Moldova will issue EU-standard passports

The Republic of Moldova will issue modern passports and travel documents from 2026, designed to meet European security standards. In the second reading, the Parliament voted on a draft amending the Law on Identity Documents.

Several members of Parliament investigated by police for wearing the Saint George ribbon

Seven deputies risk being fined for wearing the Saint George ribbon banned in the Republic of Moldova on May 9. This was reported by the Minister of Internal Affairs, Daniella Misail-Nichitin. She stated that 70 facts have been documented at the national level, and 55 of them are registered in the municipality of Chisinau.

Voted by the Government // A new crossing point will be opened in Ungheni

A new border crossing point will be established in Ungheni. The Government has approved the beginning of negotiations and the signing of a protocol to amend the Agreement with Romania on state border crossing points.

Municipal councilor Victor Chironda resigns

Municipal Councilor Victor Chironda has resigned, citing concerns about the current leadership at City Hall. He expressed his belief that the Chisinau Municipal Council (CMC) has become a passive extension of the MAN party and that its operations were completely obstructed.

May 28, 1812 – the day that changed Bassarabia’s fate and split people across the Prut

On May 28, 1812, the Treaty of Bucharest established peace between the Russian and Ottoman Empires, but it also resulted in the separation of Bassarabia from the Principality of Moldova. Without the consent of the local population, the territory situated between the Prut and the Nistru rivers was annexed to the Russian Empire, forming a province known as Bassarabia. More than two centuries later, historians note that the implications of this decision continue to impact society, which remains divided by the Prut border.

Moldovan citizen was evacuated from Gaza

A citizen of the Republic of Moldova was evacuated from the Gaza Strip today, May 27, as announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The woman is currently safe and is expected to return to the Republic of Moldova shortly with the support of the authorities. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, her three children will remain in the Gaza Strip in the care of their deceased father's family.

Activity of the Leova customs post, temporarily suspended due to the rise in the Prut River level

The Leova customs post will be temporarily closed until 6:00 p.m. due to maintenance work on the pontoon bridge at the "Leova–Bumbata" crossing point. The Customs Service implemented this measure in response to the significant increase in the Prut River's level.

A childcare worker training center will open in Bălți

A training center for child care workers will be established at "Alecu Russo" State University in Bălți, with assistance from the International Labor Organization. This initiative aims to address the demand for specialists in the field, particularly in the northern regions of the country, where professional training options are limited. Lidia Pădureac, the vice-rector for part-time studies and Continuing Professional Training, shared this information with Radio Moldova.

Integrating Ukrainian refugee children into schools is costly; authorities seek funding

The enrollment rate of Ukrainian refugee children in schools in the Republic of Moldova remains low, despite ongoing efforts to integrate them into the educational system. Education Minister Dan Perciun stated that if the war in Ukraine continues, the refugee crisis will persist, and our country must prepare for an increasing number of children seeking access to education. Currently, data shows that only 15% of Ukrainian refugee children are enrolled in schools and kindergartens.