One in four Moldovans are retirees: New 2025 data reveals pension strain

Retirees now account for nearly 28% of Moldova’s total population, according to year-end 2025 data from the National Social Insurance House (CNAS).

Only 38% of Moldovan judges pass vetting as reform enters final stages

The Moldovan Vetting Commission has announced it is prepared to maintain the momentum of external integrity evaluations throughout 2026, despite fluctuating candidate numbers.

Moldovan President hails Bulgaria’s Euro adoption as a catalyst for regional integration

Bulgaria officially became the 21st member of the Eurozone on January 1, 2026, marking a historic shift that Moldovan President Maia Sandu describes as a vital benchmark for the region’s European aspirations.

Moldova welcomes Russian anti-war artists as Bi-2 associates gain citizenship

Pro-European President Maia Sandu signed a decree on New Year’s Eve 2025 granting Moldovan citizenship to eight Russian nationals.

Moldova expands healthcare access: New drugs for rare diseases and increased surgery funding

The National Health Insurance Company (CNAM) allocated over 1.2 billion MDL (approx. €61.2 million) in 2025 to support the continuous treatment of patients through subsidized medicines and medical devices.

Moldova sets 2026 health insurance fees: 80% discounts available for early payers

The National Health Insurance Company (CNAM) has officially opened the payment window for the 2026 mandatory medical insurance.

Iran security forces clash with protesters as economic unrest turns political

Six people have died in Iran following five consecutive days of nationwide protests triggered by a deepening economic crisis.

Architects of unity: how science is erasing borders between Romania and Moldova

The identity of the people on both banks of the Prut River is Romanian, and their culture is identical.

Heavy holiday traffic clogs Leușeni crossing; Border Police activate emergency protocols

Heavy passenger and vehicle traffic has congested the Leușeni-Albița border crossing this morning, January 2, as travelers depart the Republic Moldova.

President Sandu welcomes Cyprus EU Presidency, emphasizing Moldova’s European integration goals

Cyprus officially assumed the Presidency of the Council of the European Union on Thursday, January 1, 2026.

Fast-track to EU: New bridge and highway to link Romania and Moldova by 2026

Romania and Moldova have entered a decisive phase of infrastructural integration with the launch of the tender for the final segment of the A8 Unirii Highway.

Defeating Putin’s interference: Why Maia Sandu is The Telegraph’s World Leader of the Year

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has been named World Leader of the Year by the British publication The Telegraph.