ELECTIONS 2025: “Alternative” Bloc launches campaign — “We know how to change people’s lives”

The "Alternative" Electoral Bloc officially launched its campaign for the parliamentary elections on August 29, prior to the elections scheduled for September 28. The leaders and several dozen members of the bloc gathered in front of Parliament, emphasizing that their main objectives include revitalizing the national economy, reducing migration, and creating jobs with wages comparable to those in Europe.

ELECTIONS 2025: Action and Solidarity Party launches campaign — “At home, we decide our future”

The main objective of the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) is the accession of the Republic of Moldova to the European Union. On Friday, August 29, they launched their electoral campaign for the upcoming parliamentary elections with the slogan "We are moving in the right direction: EU, peace, development." The event took place in the square of the "Maria Biesu" National Opera and Ballet Theater in the center of Chisinau and began with the singing of both the Anthem of the Republic of Moldova and the Anthem of the European Union.

Russia fuel crisis: Ukrainian drone attacks cause nationwide petrol shortages

Russia's ongoing fuel shortages and rising prices are a recurring problem, but this year's deficit is a direct consequence of Ukrainian drone attacks on the country's oil refineries.

Moldova Tech Fund: State support for digital innovation & startups

Moldova is establishing a new state fund to support digital innovation and tech startups.

Moldova rail firm gets diesel fuel from government to avert collapse

Moldova’s state-owned railway company can resume freight and passenger services after the government approved the release of 250 tonnes of diesel fuel.

Moldova's new ID card could unlock EU travel

More than 125,000 Moldovan citizens have received new-generation ID cards since April, with a further 40,000 expected to collect theirs shortly.

Russian fuel crisis deepens as drone attacks hit oil refineries

Another region in Russia is now facing a gasoline shortage after Ukrainian drone attacks have shut down four major refineries, crippling approximately 13% of the country's oil processing capacity.

Ukraine resumes scrap metal exports to Russian-backed Transnistria

Ukrainian scrap metal traders have resumed exports of raw material to the breakaway Moldovan region of Transnistria after a one-year hiatus.

Chișinău council to get 15% stake in tech park

The Chișinău Municipal Council (CMC) will participate as a founder in the establishment of the company that will manage Moldova's Hi Tech Park and will hold a 15% stake, following a draft decision approved by the CMC on Thursday, 21 August.

Moldova’s wine sector goes global: Key conference

Moldova is taking steps to reposition its wine on the global stage, moving from tradition towards international competition.

Moldova gets $2.1m grant to boost healthcare services

Moldova will receive a $2.1m grant to improve medical rehabilitation services, it has been announced. The funds are for prevention and rehabilitation for patients at high risk of cardiovascular diseases, including strokes and heart attacks.

Moldova tourism hits record high

More and more tourists are choosing Moldova for holidays. The number of people staying in tourist accommodation has been growing steadily in recent years.