Why Moldova's dried fruit boom is driving export revenue

"This is essentially a mini-economy that is developing quite dynamically," says economist Veaceslav Ioniță, an expert at the IDIS think tank Viitorul (The Future).

Moldovan foster carers celebrate 25 years of vital service

Professional foster carers in Moldova have become a vital support system and a safe refuge for vulnerable children whose biological parents are unable to cope. They offer a stable, loving environment in their own homes.

Steadfast Noon: NATO nuclear drill sends 'clear signal' to adversaries

NATO is due to begin its annual nuclear deterrence exercise next week, an operation supported by its member countries.

IT exports rocket to $700m as Moldova economy restructures

Moldova’s economy grew by a modest 1.1% in the second quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year, reaching 82bn Moldovan lei (MDL).

Moldova: How to recognise early mental health signs

Chronic stress, lack of sleep, burnout, and constant exposure to tense situations are among the leading factors contributing to mental health disorders.

Saving lives: New ambulances boost CNAMUP resuscitation rate

More than half of the ambulances belonging to the National Prehospital Emergency Medical Assistance Center (CNAMUP) are obsolete, threatening their ability to respond quickly in emergencies.

EU Ambassador Piórko says Moldova 'belongs to European family'

Moldova is set to successfully complete its path to European Union (EU) membership, and Brussels will remain by its citizens' side "every step of the way."

AIPA subsidy deadlines: October 14 and December 11 final dates for farmer aid

Farmers can begin applying for post-investment grants from Monday, October 13, as part of a new call from the Agency for Intervention and Payments in Agriculture (AIPA). The deadline for these applications is December 11.

Belgian arrests: Three held over alleged jihadist terror plot

Belgian police arrested three young men in Antwerp suspected of preparing a jihadist-inspired terrorist attack, Federal Prosecutor Ann Fransen announced.

Russia’s steel sector crisis: Bankruptcies, sanctions and job cuts

A wave of forced layoffs and shifts to reduced working hours has reached Russia’s metallurgy industry.

Mindanao quake: At least one dead after 7.4 tremor hits Davao Oriental

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines on Friday.

War crime: Russia’s forced deportation of Ukrainian children

Twenty-three Ukrainian children were brought back from Russian-occupied areas to Kyiv-held territory, announced Andriy Yermak, the head of the Ukrainian president's office.