CFM earned 22.7 million lei in profit

Moldova Railways (CFM) concluded the first nine months of the year with a profit of 22.7 million lei, moving past a long-standing period of losses and outstanding wage payments. Deputy Prime Minister Vladimir Bolea, Minister of Infrastructure and Regional Development, attributes this performance to the resumption of grain exports and the opening of the Fălciu–Cantemir border crossing point.

A facial image registry will be established in Moldova, comparable to data from other countries

The Republic of Moldova will have an electronic registry of facial images, which will allow authorities to automatically compare photographs in order to identify suspects or missing persons, and to establish the identity of deceased individuals. The system will also facilitate data exchange with other states.

Moldova will sign a social agreement with Ireland, home to 30,000 Moldovan citizens

Years of employment in the Republic of Moldova and Ireland can be combined to determine pension eligibility. On Wednesday, October 21, the government in Chișinău approved the initiation of negotiations for, and the signing of, a social security agreement with the country where approximately 30,000 Moldovan citizens live and work. The document is expected to be initialed in November.

STISC will add a deputy director. Vasile Tofan: “We face daily attacks on our information systems”

The Information Technology and Cyber Security Service (STISC), which manages government-related cyber incidents, will expand its team by adding a second deputy director. This new position will entail annual salary costs exceeding 770,000 lei. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan explained the change, citing the need to strengthen the response to cyberattacks targeting the Republic of Moldova's information systems.

Moldova may buy gas from Ukraine; the Prime Minister visits Kyiv this week

The Republic of Moldova could import natural gas from Ukraine, as the authorities in Chisinau seek more favorable contracts. The two countries are already in discussions regarding potential cooperation in the gas market, and Prime Minister Vasile Tofan is set to visit Ukraine at the end of this week.

600 electric car charging points by 2030, government promises expansion

The Republic of Moldova aims to have at least 600 public charging points for electric vehicles by 2030. Furthermore, at least 30% of these new charging points will be installed outside the capital, ensuring the infrastructure is accessible to drivers in the regions. The National Electric Mobility Program 2030 sets out these objectives, which the Government approved at its meeting on October 21.

New Romanian Prime Minister will visit Chișinău soon

Romania’s new Prime Minister, Luca Niculescu, will pay an official visit to Chișinău in the coming days. The announcement was made by Prime Minister Vasile Tofan at the start of the government meeting on October 21. He noted that he had already held a phone conversation with his counterpart in Bucharest, who took office on October 20.

Moldova has withdrawn staff from four checkpoints in Ukraine due to war risks

The Republic of Moldova has withdrawn its Border Police and Customs Service personnel from four joint checkpoints located on Ukrainian territory in order to reduce risks posed by military attacks near the border. Authorities in Chișinău are currently discussing with the Ukrainian side the possibility of having Ukrainian border guards conduct checks on the territory of the Republic of Moldova instead. The Minister of Internal Affairs, Daniella Misail-Nichitin, made this announcement during the program "Pe Față" on Moldova 1 TV.

European funds renovate 10 hospitals in Chișinău and Bălți, saving nearly three million euros annually

Nine hospitals in Chișinău and one in Bălți will be renovated under a European-funded program, which will also improve their energy efficiency. The project aims to reduce energy consumption by up to 41%, generate annual savings of nearly three million euros, and provide better conditions for one million patients and over 10,000 medical staff.

Employees of MAI may see salary increases up to 30%

Salaries for police officers and other employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MAI) could increase by 10% to 30%, depending on their position and responsibilities, once the new salary law—scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2027—comes into force. The law envisions even larger increases for IT specialists and forensic experts. However, these figures are indicative only, as the Minister of Internal Affairs, Daniella Misail-Nichitin, said the draft law has not yet been approved.

Moldovan wines and traditions at the Zurich Wine Festival

The Moldovan community in Switzerland marked the fifth edition of the Moldovan Wine Festival, organized in Zurich by the "Rădăcinile Noastre" (Our Roots) Association. The event, held on Saturday, October 17, brought together compatriots from across Switzerland, guests from other European countries, and Swiss friends, all of whom could discover the traditions, music, and wines of the Republic of Moldova. Since its inception, the festival has promoted national culture and maintained ties with the home country.

Maia Sandu thanks Ilie Bolojan and wishes success to Romania's new Government

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, wished the Prime Minister of Romania, Luca Niculescu, and the new Government in Bucharest success, while also thanking Ilie Bolojan for their collaboration. The head of state reaffirmed the Republic of Moldova’s readiness to support Romania, emphasizing that it “can always count on us.”