Drinking water for hundreds of families in Moscovei village; works due June 2026

Residents of the village of Moscovei in the Cahul district will soon have access to drinking water directly in their homes, thanks to the completion of an infrastructure project under the National Program "European Village." The investment, estimated at over 10 million lei, includes the construction of aqueduct networks, two water towers, an artesian well, and the connection of hundreds of households and public institutions.

Opaque gas scheme faces 2026 end

Transnistria’s decades-long reliance on virtually free Russian energy is growing increasingly unsustainable. Moldovan Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri warned that while the breakaway region is not facing immediate economic collapse, its opaque supply model is nearing a critical end.

Teacher’s house in Ghiduleni, a local cultural landmark, hosts an ethnography and local history museum

The house of Ion Croitoru, a boyar and teacher, has been transformed into a museum, becoming a new cultural landmark for the village of Ghiduleni in the Rezina district. Beginning in October 2025, this building, once home to Croitoru—who tragically died in a Siberian gulag—will host a museum dedicated to ethnography and local history. This initiative is the brainchild of history teacher Ion Tudose, whose vision has received strong support from the entire community. Local residents contributed to the museum's setup by donating objects that reflect the village's heritage and traditions.

Color and fragrance in Bardar: Gheorghe Luchița cultivates diverse spring flowers

Every spring, the town of Bardar transforms into a real fairy tale, attracting hundreds of visitors. The "Nuferi Bardar" farm opens its doors to the public, showcasing an impressive natural spectacle filled with color and fragrance. Spanning about half a hectare, the farm grows around 150 varieties of tulips and nearly 50 varieties of daffodils. Many visitors come to admire the stunning scenery, while others leave with bouquets of flowers, taking a piece of this vibrant display home with them.

“Let’s read together” promotes reading and Gagauz traditions in autonomy kindergartens

There are kindergartens in the Gagauz autonomy where children learn their native language, along with Russian and Romanian. The young learners engage with poems, listen to stories, and explore their cultural roots. During the month, the "Let's read together" campaign is being held in preschool educational institutions, promoting both a love for reading and Gagauz traditions.

Over 7 million lei invested to rehabilitate Cioc-Maidan’s Culture House

Residents of the village of Cioc-Maidan in southern Moldova will soon enjoy a modernized House of Culture, thanks to two projects financed under the National Program "European Village," editions I and II. The state budget has allocated over 7 million lei for these investments, and the work is more than 70 percent complete.

Govt funds drive rural modernization in Gălești

The village of Gălești in Moldova's Strășeni district is undergoing a major transformation, benefiting its 2,800 residents. Three government-funded local development projects are upgrading educational facilities, street lighting, and road networks.

Legal deadlock buries public funds as Cioburciu wastewater project fails to launch

A wastewater treatment plant in Cioburciu, Ștefan Vodă, remains non-functional six years after its scheduled completion. Despite an investment of approximately €153,000 (3M MDL), legal disputes between contractors have left the facility dormant since experimental trials in 2020.

Foreign language school in Dubăsari, opened with the EU support

A foreign language school was established in Dubasari with the support of the European Union, providing children and young people the opportunity to learn English. The initiative was inspired by a native of Dubasari, who, after gaining experience teaching in schools and kindergartens in Chisinau, sought to offer those on the left bank of the Nistru the chance to study a foreign language.

Ungheni will have a modern agri-food market by autumn

The Ungheni Municipality will soon have a new agri-food market. Currently, construction is progressing rapidly: the water and sewage networks have already been installed, and work is underway to set up the lighting network. Following this, the foundation will be laid for 30 pavilions, which will be arranged in five rows.

"European Village": Investments of over 2.9 million lei in the water network in Holercani

The residents of Holercani village in the Dubăsari district now enjoy a modernized water supply system. This improvement was made possible by the implementation of two projects under the National Program "European Village," editions I and II. These initiatives replaced outdated infrastructure, increased network pressure, and ensured constant water access for the entire community.

Deepening alienation in Comrat: Promo-LEX poll highlights Russian influence and linguistic barriers

A new sociological study by Promo-LEX, released on April 16, 2026, reveals a deepening rift between the central government in Chisinau and the Autonomous Territorial Unit of Gagauzia (UTAG). The data highlights widespread distrust in democratic processes, a pivot toward Russian influence, and significant barriers to linguistic integration.