Cape Verde keeper Vozinha gains millions of followers

Former Zimbru Chisinau goalkeeper Vozinha became a global social media sensation following Cape Verde’s 0-0 draw against Spain at the World Cup. The 40-year-old goalkeeper was named player of the match after delivering multiple outstanding saves.

Moldova pension system strained by low contributor-to-retiree ratio

Moldova’s parliament completed its review of the 2025 social security budget, exposing severe structural vulnerabilities behind a nominal financial surplus.

EU Parliament probes lawmaker over unofficial Russian diplomacy

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola has launched an ethics probe into Luxembourgish MEP Fernand Kartheiser.

Chisinau legislature modernizes communication to counter fake news

The Standing Bureau of Moldova's Parliament approved a new institutional communication strategy on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

Moldova fights foreign illicit finance with strict election updates

Chisinau hosted the 10th regional "Money in Politics" conference on June 16, 2026, gathering experts from Romania, Albania, Poland, Ukraine, and North Macedonia. The two-day forum focuses on tracking digital financial flows, virtual currencies, and their rising influence on democratic processes.

Stalled public sector salary reform sparks tension in Moldova

The National Trade Union Confederation of Moldova (CNSM) urged President Maia Sandu and Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu on Tuesday, June 16, to fast-track public consultations on the country's new public sector salary law.

Unpaid care work slows Moldovan women’s career growth

The National Bureau of Statistics (BNS) released its latest Time Use Survey data on Tuesday, June 16. The official report indicates that Moldovan women continue to shoulder the bulk of unpaid domestic labor.

Moldova exports climb, yet trade deficit deepens to €2.2B

Moldova’s trade deficit reached €2.2 billion (approx. 43.12 billion MDL) in the first four months of 2026, marking a 3.3% increase compared to the same period in 2025. While export volumes continue to grow, they remain insufficient to counterbalance the surging demand for imports.

Moldova, Poland MPs push for EU integration and border security

Moldovan and Polish lawmakers gathered in Warsaw on Tuesday, June 16, for the 11th session of the bilateral Parliamentary Assembly. The Sejm, the lower house of the Polish parliament, is hosting the high-level event.

Moldova secures EIB support for EU integration roadmap

Moldova has advanced its European integration agenda, marking a pivotal step as accession negotiations commence for Cluster 1: Fundamental Values. Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu utilized high-level meetings in Luxembourg to secure continued strategic support from the European Investment Bank (EIB) and strengthen bilateral ties.

EU to open all negotiation clusters with Moldova by July

Moldova advanced its European integration framework on Monday, June 15, as Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu attended the official opening of EU accession negotiations in Luxembourg.

Moscow expert predicts Russia’s population to hit 69-year low

Russia’s population is projected to plummet to approximately 135 million by 2046, according to Anatoly Antonov, head of the Department of Sociology of the Family and Demography at Moscow State University. This decline marks a significant long-term erosion of the country's demographic base.