Moldova to expand military training and adjust defense pensions

The Moldovan Ministry of Defense is preparing legislative amendments that would require citizens aged 18 to 55 to undergo mandatory basic military training. Defense Minister Anatolie Nosatii clarified on Wednesday, June 24, that the initiative aims to strengthen national resilience rather than initiate mass mobilization.

Moldova raids real estate firm in €690,000 laundering case

Moldovan law enforcement officers and anti-organized crime prosecutors have conducted 26 raids targeting a real estate company involved in a €690,000 (approx. 13.5 million MDL) money laundering scheme.

Political deadlock in Chisinau over industrial zone rezoning project

The Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) faction in the Chisinau Municipal Council announced it will abstain from voting on the Zonal Urban Plan (PUZ) for the Industrial Street district. PAS counselors cited a lack of transparency from the municipal administration regarding the project's impact on local residents and private property rights.

Minister Margaritis Schinas demands EU action on invasive species

The Greek government has requested emergency European Union intervention to combat a severe surge of the silver-cheeked toadfish. This highly toxic invasive alien species is spreading rapidly across prominent tourism and fishing zones in the Aegean Sea.

Finance ministry abandons pharmaceutical VAT hike for 2027 budget

The Moldovan Ministry of Finance has abandoned its controversial proposal to increase the Value Added Tax (VAT) on medicines from 8% to 20%. Minister of Finance Andrian Gavriliță confirmed the retreat following warnings from health officials and business associations that the fiscal reform would destabilize the country's vulnerable medical infrastructure.

Former Moldovan spy chief loses citizenship after East-West swap

Moldovan President Maia Sandu revoked the citizenship of Alexandru Balan on June 23, following his involvement in a high-profile international prisoner exchange. Balan is the former deputy director of the country’s Intelligence and Security Service (SIS).

Moldova's capital warns fiscal reform threatens local autonomy

The Chisinau Municipality demanded a comprehensive revision of the proposed 2027 national fiscal policy on Tuesday, June 23. Local authorities argue that any decision impacting local public budgets must follow genuine and effective institutional consultations.

Our Party faction moves to centralize Moldova water infrastructure

The Our Party parliamentary faction has proposed a draft resolution to establish a national working group tasked with developing the "Apa Canal Moldova" strategic concept. The initiative aims to modernize and secure the country’s water supply and sewage systems amid growing infrastructure challenges.

Justice reforms dictate Moldova’s EU integration pace

Moldova has transitioned from a mere external partner to an acknowledged future European Union member state, marking exactly four years since obtaining candidate status on June 23, 2022.

Romania accelerates Unirii A8 highway construction for 2027 opening

Construction on the initial 24-kilometer section of the Unirii A8 Highway between Târgu Mureș and Miercurea Nirajului has reached a 50% physical completion threshold.

Trump endorses Patriot missile production in shift to Kyiv strength

US President Donald Trump privately urged Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky to adopt a more aggressive tactical stance against Russia, citing the strategic efficacy of military pressure.

Moldova bans public smoking and nicotine pouches in health reform

Moldova has enacted sweeping anti-smoking legislation that introduces stricter penalties and broader public restrictions effective June 24. The measures aim to reduce public exposure to secondhand smoke and curb nicotine consumption among youth.