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...
Moldova to Increase Student Scholarships by at Least 40% From 2026–2027 Academic Year
Student scholarships in Moldova will increase by at least 40% starting with the 2026–2027 academic year. For most fields of study, the Category I scholarship will rise to 1,905 lei, while the...
Latest Stories
Maia Sandu Expresses Solidarity with Germany After Drone Incident in Leipzig
Moldovan President Maia Sandu has expressed solidarity with Germany following an incident in Leipzig, where German authorities reported a drone incident near the airport.“Full solidarity with Germany. Attacks like the one in...
The CEC has set the date for the Gagauzia gubernatorial election after the People’s Assembly failed to adopt the decision
The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) has set November 15, 2026 as the date for the election of the governor of Gagauzia. The vote will be held simultaneously with elections for members of...
Prime Minister Vasile Tofan met with the Greek ambassador to the Republic of Moldova: What topics did they discuss?
Prime Minister Vasile Tofan met with Greece’s Ambassador to the Republic of Moldova, Nikolaos Krikos, on September 1. The officials discussed strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation between the two countries in...
Free Concert in Chisinau to Celebrate Composer Constantin Rusnac
Chisinau City Hall is inviting residents and visitors to a special anniversary concert dedicated to renowned Moldovan composer Constantin Rusnac. The event will take place on September 6, starting at 6:00 p.m.,...
Moldova’s Foreign Minister Meets New OSCE Mission Head to Discuss Transnistrian Settlement
Moldovan Foreign Minister Mihai Popsoi met with Christopher W. Smith, the new head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova. Popsoi congratulated Smith on taking up the position and wished him success, while...
- Advertisement -
Moldovan Wine Producers Promote Their Products in the Netherlands Through “Buy Diaspora” Programme
Moldovan wine producers are expanding their presence on international markets with the help of the Moldovan diaspora, as a recent wine-tasting event in The Hague connected local producers with Dutch consumers and...
Nicusor Dan: Moldova Remains a Key Priority for Romania’s Foreign Policy
Relations with the Republic of Moldova remain extremely important for Romania’s foreign policy, and Bucharest will continue to support the country’s European path and energy interconnection projects, Romanian President Nicusor Dan said.The...
Moldova Begins Applying VAT and Excise Duties to Imports from Transnistrian Businesses
Starting today, September 1, 2026, the Republic of Moldova has begun applying VAT and excise duties to certain goods brought into the country by businesses based in the Transnistrian region. The measure...