Government accelerates capital upgrades to replace Soviet legacy

Moldova’s government is currently deploying €76.9 million (approx. 1.5 billion MDL) into infrastructure across the Chisinau municipality, targeting long-neglected residential yards, educational facilities, and public healthcare institutions.

Sandu sets out vision for a more liveable Chișinău

Moldovan President Maia Sandu called for a greener, safer and more liveable Chișinău on Wednesday, as the capital marked 590 years since its first documented mention.

Over 129,000 voters called to polls in Gagauzia's regional elections

Voters in Moldova's autonomous region of Gagauzia will cast ballots across 67 polling stations on November 15 to elect both their regional legislature and the new Governor (Bashkan).

Brussels sends €2.86 billion military aid to Kyiv forces

The European Union disbursed €2.86 billion (approx. 57.3 billion MDL) in military assistance to Ukraine on Wednesday under its broader €90 billion support loan facility, Ukrainian media reported.

Moldovan cabinet weighs sanctions against Russian Yandex

Moldovan law enforcement agencies are actively monitoring Russian ride-hailing giant Yandex, with the government weighing potential regulatory sanctions over tax evasion and severe cybersecurity risks, Deputy Prime Minister Vladimir Bolea said.

Venice Commission urges softer penalties in Moldova's parliament code

The Venice Commission urged Moldovan lawmakers to drop proposed rules that would automatically strip deputies of their mandates for refusing the oath of office or accumulating prolonged unexcused absences.

Izium residents brace for freezing winter amid Russian grid attacks

Residents in the war-battered Ukrainian city of Izium are stockpiling firewood and installing backup boilers as relentless Russian strikes threaten power and heating supplies ahead of a harsh winter.

Finland seeks tougher EU visa curbs on Russian travellers

Finland's Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen has urged the European Union to tighten visa restrictions on Russian citizens, outlining five proposals in a letter ahead of an EU foreign ministers' meeting in Luxembourg.

Young Moldovan inventors build tools for health and accessibility

Two young inventors in Moldova have developed two devices designed to support cardiovascular health monitoring and help visually impaired people learn to read Braille by touch.

Moldova opens new EU talks as 2030 accession goal remains in reach

Moldova has opened negotiations on two more European Union accession clusters, bringing 24 of 33 chapters into talks as political scientist Cristian Pîrvulescu says membership by 2030 remains possible.

Cahul vocational school plans to reopen dormitory, upgrade workshops

Vocational School No. 2 in Cahul plans to renovate an unusable dormitory and install modern training equipment as part of an €80 million national upgrade (approx. 1.6 billion MDL).

Endocrinologist details causes of seasonal sugar cravings

As daylight hours shorten and temperatures drop, seasonal changes, reduced physical activity, and irregular sleep patterns drive increased cravings for sweets and comfort foods across Moldova, according to medical experts.