Maia Sandu meets European leaders, discusses democracy, security, and Moldova’s EU path in Strasbourg

The Republic of Moldova is set to assume the Presidency of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe from November 2025 until May 2026. President Maia Sandu held discussions in Strasbourg with the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Alain Berset, regarding the preparations for this transition. They talked about enhancing cooperation through the Republic of Moldova - Council of Europe Action Plan and adopting new measures to safeguard democracy and bolster resilience against external interference.

Political analyst: Russia’s hybrid war on Moldova targets the EU and democracy

The Republic of Moldova is at the forefront of confronting the hybrid influence of the Russian Federation. The elections on September 28 represent not only a test of internal democracy but also a security challenge for the entire region. Political analyst Laurențiu Pleșca said in a special edition of Moldova 1 TV that Moscow has refined its destabilization tactics, employing electoral corruption, disinformation, and the infiltration of institutions as strategic tools against European Union (EU) states.

Experts from 50 countries gather at the International Medical Tourism Forum

More than 100 delegates from 50 countries, including experts in medicine, tourism, and innovation, will gather in Chisinau for the seventh edition of the International Medical Tourism Forum, taking place from September 25 to 28.

EU pledges support for Moldova amid 'hybrid war' warning

The European Parliament has reaffirmed its support for Moldova's integration into the European Union.

Moldova: Renato Usatîi's racism row

A Moldovan politician's remarks about an MP's ethnicity have been condemned as racist by NGOs and experts.

Moldova launches EU-aligned security plan to fight crime and illicit arms

The Ministry of Internal Affairs has launched new strategic programmes for 2026–2030, with public order, crime prevention, and the control of illegal arms as key priorities.

Moldova's economy: Minister says EU market is essential

Moldova must maintain its European path to strengthen economic development, according to the Minister of Economic Development and Digitalization, Doina Nistor.

French PM François Bayrou resigns after vote

President Emmanuel Macron is searching for his fifth prime minister in under two years after opposition parties united to oust center-right premier François Bayrou over his unpopular plans for budget austerity.

Trump ends US cooperation with Europe on disinformation

The Trump administration has unilaterally ended cooperation with European countries in the fight against disinformation from Russia, China and Iran.

Moldova's energy transition: Chisinau hosts regional talks

Chisinau is hosting a regional meeting on electricity markets and energy transition this week, organised by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Maia Sandu: Russia trying to 'capture' Moldova with hybrid war

Moldova is facing an "unprecedented hybrid war" on a scale "unseen before the full-scale invasion of Ukraine," President Maia Sandu said.

Moldova's wine industry: A glimpse into the 2025 grape harvest

Moldova's grape harvest began in mid-August and is expected to continue until late October. Experts predict this year’s harvest will be larger than last year's, but smaller than the multi-year average.