Moldovan authorities intensify biosecurity measures as several disease hotspots emerge

The National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) has announced an escalation in monitoring and intervention protocols following the detection of several animal disease outbreaks across the Republic of Moldova since early February.

Fiscal crisis in Russia deepens as defense spending triggers systemic inflation and wage stagnation

Russia's economy is entering a volatile contraction, with essential goods becoming a luxury for average citizens. Millions confront a mounting financial crisis as defense spending consumes nearly 40% of the national budget, fueling hyperinflation across the Federation.

Energocom meets historic gas demand as winter temperatures plummet

Natural gas consumption on Moldova’s Right Bank reached a historic peak in January, driven by an extended cold snap that pushed daily demand over 17,000 MWh. The Ministry of Energy attributed this surge to significantly lower temperatures compared to previous months.

Chisinau remains open to innovative partial accession models to bypass regional gridlock

Moldova stands to gain significant strategic advantages from a potential "staged accession" to the European Union, a scenario currently under discussion in Brussels for Ukraine, Moldova, and Albania.

Education Ministry weighs social media ban for children as part of 2026 digital safety agenda

Moldova’s Minister of Education and Research, Dan Perciun, announced that the government is evaluating potential restrictions on social media access for children. A final decision is expected by the end of 2026, following extensive consultations with psychologists, educational experts, and mental health professionals.

France spearheads ORION 26: A multi-domain response to expansionist threats

The French Armed Forces have launched a comprehensive three-month military mobilization to demonstrate France’s resolve in protecting its territory, citizens, and strategic interests.

The price of a drama: Death or bribery in Kim Jong Un’s North Korea

North Korean authorities are executing students for watching South Korean television shows, including the Netflix hit "Squid Game," and listening to K-Pop. A 2025 Amnesty International report, citing harrowing testimonies from defectors, details a regime increasingly reliant on public executions and forced labor to stifle foreign cultural influence.

National Youth Agency unveils mobile-only European Card to boost youth mobility and economic inclusion

The Republic of Moldova has officially joined the European Youth Card Association (EYCA), marking the nationwide launch of a digital-first platform designed to empower citizens aged 14 to 30 with cross-border opportunities.

Mounting sea-borne inventories and US-India trade shift squeeze Kremlin oil revenues

Russian crude oil output continued its downward slide in January for the second consecutive month. This decline stems from intensifying market access constraints triggered by United States sanctions.

Fiscal shield: Mayor Ion Ceban blocks property tax hikes for 95% of residents

Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban has officially committed to preventing significant property tax increases for the capital’s residents, following a massive nationwide update of cadastral values.

In first official visit to Ukraine, Prime Minister Munteanu honors fallen defenders and affirms European solidarity

Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu arrived in Kyiv on Tuesday, February 10, marking his first official visit to Ukraine since taking office. He began the mission by honoring the fallen defenders who sacrificed their lives for the sovereignty and freedom of the neighboring state.

New legal framework in Moldova to phase out high-risk dog breeds

The Republic of Moldova will prohibit the breeding and rearing of 11 dog breeds classified as potentially dangerous starting in September 2027. The measure, integrated into the Law on the Protection of Companion Animals, seeks to align national safety standards with European Union norms.