Moldova unveils 2030 electric mobility strategy to curb emissions

The Republic of Moldova aims to convert at least 25% of its nationwide vehicle fleet to electric and plug-in hybrid models by 2030. Under the newly drafted National Electric Mobility Program 2030, the government also plans to deploy at least 500 functional public charging points and cut road transport emissions by 15%.

Low Danube levels force Moldova to warn of power price hikes

Moldova faces potential electricity price increases if procurement costs on regional markets continue to surpass levels embedded in current tariffs, President Maia Sandu warned during a television broadcast.

Nicotine alters developing youth brains in seconds, ministry warns

Nicotine poses an immediate threat to the developing brains of children and adolescents, Moldova's Ministry of Education and Research has warned. The alert comes amid a sharp rise in the use of traditional and electronic cigarettes among teenagers.

Over 3,600 Moldovans receive free state-funded heart surgery

More than 3,600 patients in Moldova received state-funded cardiovascular surgery during the first half of 2026. All procedures were fully covered by the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (AOAM).

Moldova to sanction officials after taliban visa blunder

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has described the issuance of entry visas to a Taliban-led Afghan Agriculture Ministry delegation as "disgraceful," calling for disciplinary sanctions against the responsible officials.

Banned South Ossetian envoy reaches Transnistria, Sandu says

Moldovan authorities have no official record of Vitali Iankovski—a representative of the breakaway region of South Ossetia banned from entering Moldova until 2031—crossing through government-controlled border checkpoints. President Maia Sandu confirmed that law enforcement agencies are currently investigating how he reached Tiraspol.

Sandu says parade will showcase Moldova's defense progress

President Maia Sandu has signed a decree to hold a military parade celebrating the 35th anniversary of Moldova's independence. The event will take place on August 27 in Chisinau’s Great National Assembly Square, bringing together various national defense and law enforcement units.

High blackout risk in Moldova during peak hours

Moldova faces an elevated risk of power outages today, August 6. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan has urged citizens to drastically reduce electricity consumption, particularly during the critical 19:00 to 23:00 window.

Moldova under severe thunderstorm and hail alert

Moldova is under a yellow alert for severe weather, facing imminent thunderstorms and potential hail. The Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring Authority issued the warning, which takes effect today, August 6, at 3:00 PM and will remain active until 1:00 AM on August 7.

National Bank of Moldova tightens policy amid inflation

The National Bank of Moldova (NBM) raised its key base rate by 0.5 percentage points to 7.5% on August 6, continuing its monetary tightening cycle to curb inflation and anchor consumer prices near its 5% target.

Moldovan government shifts tax burden from workers to banks

Low-income workers in Moldova will receive higher personal tax exemptions under a new fiscal overhaul package. The measure aims to boost formal employment and curb undeclared payrolls across the country.

Heavy vehicles face daytime heatwave limits on national roads

The National Road Administration (AND) announced driving restrictions for heavy freight vehicles on national public roads during extreme heatwaves. The measure aims to protect road surfaces from severe damage caused by high temperatures.