Moldova’s Public Debt Is Not the Main Problem, but Servicing Costs Are Rising, Tofilat Says
Moldova’s public debt, currently at around 42% of GDP, is not in itself the biggest problem for the country’s finances. The real vulnerability is the rapidly increasing cost of servicing the debt,...
The Ia: Moldova’s Traditional Embroidered Blouse and a Symbol of Cultural Identity
For centuries, women have patiently embroidered the ia, transforming it into a symbol of Moldova’s identity and traditions. Today, the traditional blouse with altiță is recognized by UNESCO as part of the...
Moldovan Barista Wins Julius Meinl Global Final in Vienna
Moldova has won the global final of the Julius Meinl Barista Cup 2026, with 20-year-old Elizaveta Rimskaia taking first place after competing against top baristas from 14 other countries.Rimskaia, who works as...
Moldova Allocates Over 218 Million Lei to Support Transnistrian Residents in First Half of 2026
Moldova allocated more than 218 million lei to support residents of the Transnistrian region during the first half of 2026 through medical services, social benefits and the national education system, Deputy Prime...
Moldova to Withdraw from CIS Agreement on Combating Human Trafficking
Moldova is set to denounce an agreement within the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) on combating trafficking in persons, human organs and human tissues.The initiative is scheduled to be discussed at the...
Maia Sandu Meets New OSCE Mission Chief to Discuss Transnistrian Reintegration
Moldovan President Maia Sandu met with Christopher Smith, the new Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova, for talks focused on the peaceful reintegration of the country and regional security.According to the...
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Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popsoi to Visit the U.S. for Consulate Openings and High-Level Meetings
Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popsoi will visit the United States for diplomatic and community engagements. On 29 March, he will attend the official inauguration of the Consulate of the Republic of Moldova...
Putin blacklisted Moldovan transporters: Alcohol and tobacco exported under special conditions
Starting March 28, 2025, Russia will add the Republic of Moldova to the list of countries facing international road freight transport restrictions. Under the Kremlin's new regulations, Moldova joins Ukraine, EU member...
The Chairpersons of the Foreign Affairs Committees from the Parliaments of the Baltic and Nordic States will visit Moldova
The Chairpersons of the Foreign Affairs Committees from the Parliaments of the Baltic and Nordic States (NB8) will visit the Republic of Moldova from March 31 to April 1. The Chisinau Parliament...
Botan Warns Moldova Against Accepting Russian Gas, Citing Risks of Energy Dependence and Geopolitical Blackmail
Moldova should not accept the offer of cheap Russian gas, as it carries significant risks of energy dependence and geopolitical manipulation, argued Igor Botan, an expert in energy security, during a public...
Swedish MP stresses importance of diaspora vote in Moldovan elections
The Diaspora is less willing to vote in parliamentary elections than in presidential elections. Their low turnout could turn things upside down, Björn Söder, chairman of the OSCE NATO Parliamentary Committee in...
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Moldovan Citizens with Romanian Passports Can Apply for the Fulbright Romania Student Award to Study in the U.S.
The Fulbright Student Program for Romanian citizens provides awards for the first year of a master’s program or for one academic year of research in the United States. Second-year costs for the...
EcoContact Advocates for Stronger Environmental Liability at EU–Moldova Civil Society Platform
EcoContact representatives, Executive Director Iordanca-Rodica Iordanov, and Programme Management Officer Irina Punga participated in the 15th EU–Moldova Civil Society Platform meeting held in Chisinau in a hybrid format.During the thematic session "Environmental...
(VIDEO) Attention, Moldovans! If you have packages over 150 euros and under 1000, you can complete the customs declaration online
Starting March 24, 2025, individuals who receive postal shipments valued between 150 euros and 1000 euros can complete the customs declaration online. The authorities aim to simplify the process through this new...


