Emergency preparedness: Households in Moldova will be trained on actions for the first 72 hours of a disaster

In November, the Republic of Moldova will launch a national campaign to prepare the population for the first 72 hours following the onset of an emergency situation. The initiative is part of a three-year program dedicated to civil preparedness for natural and cyber crises, Serghei Diaconu, Director of the National Crisis Management Center (CNMC), announced on October 9 at the Moldova Security Forum 2026.

Moldova: 90 transplants in 2026, 12.5 million lei allocated

In the Republic of Moldova, 86 transplant operations were performed during the first nine months of the current year, funded by the mandatory health insurance fund. According to the National Health Insurance Company (CNAM), it allocated 12.5 million lei for these procedures.

Firewood stocks for winter announced by Environment Minister

The Republic of Moldova has sufficient firewood for the cold season, and prices have generally remained at the same level as in previous years. The Minister of the Environment, Gheorghe Hajder, said that approximately 45,000 steres of wood are available for sale, with another 120,000 scheduled to be harvested. The first new supplies should be available starting October 15.

"Quit smoking for your loved ones". New cigarette pack warnings

Cigarette packs sold in the Republic of Moldova will be required to display more prominent health warnings, including messages regarding the risks of smoking to children, families, and pregnant women. Parliament passed these changes in the second reading on Thursday, October 8. The new rules apply to both conventional cigarettes and related products—including electronic cigarettes—and aim to provide consumers with clearer information about the health effects of tobacco.

The first 120,000 flu vaccine doses have arrived in Moldova

The first 120,000 doses of influenza vaccine—out of a total of 240,000 doses procured for the 2026–2027 cold season—have arrived in the Republic of Moldova. The shipment has been stored at the National Vaccine Depot of the National Agency for Public Health (ANSP) and is set to be distributed to public health centers for the immunization of individuals at high risk of illness.

The restored bell tower in Vadul-Rașcov is over 400 years old

The bell tower in Vadul-Rașcov, Șoldănești District, which dates back to the 17th century, was restored and is set to be inaugurated at the end of this week.

Expert warns: Gadget batteries can cause fires; here's how to collect e-waste properly

Electrical and electronic waste—ranging from phones and headphones to old refrigerators and televisions—must be collected separately and sent for recycling, warns environmental expert Ruslan Nercaș. He points out that batteries from small appliances pose a particular risk, as they can contain hazardous substances and cause fires.

Most Moldovans rely on neutrality despite high security risks

Most Moldovans view constitutional neutrality as their primary security shield, a new poll showed Wednesday, even as an overwhelming majority acknowledges the country cannot withstand foreign aggression.

Moldova launches EU-backed EduResurse digital platform

Moldova's Ministry of Education launched on Tuesday a national digital repository offering open access to more than 20,000 educational resources, designed to modernize schooling across the country without requiring user registration.

Moldova plans €26m water station as Dniester falls

Moldova must overhaul its capital’s aging water infrastructure immediately, Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder warned, as plummeting flows along the Dniester River threaten drinking supplies for Chisinau amid an intensifying regional drought.

Moldovan labor rights awareness jumps 3.5-fold over past decade

Public recognition of labor rights in Moldova surged 3.5-fold over the last decade, with nearly 70% of citizens reporting their workplace protections are upheld, a national perception study revealed.

Moldova will host European higher education summit in 2027

Ministers of education and delegates from 47 member states will convene in Chisinau on May 27, 2027, for the 13th Ministerial Conference of the European Higher Education Area and the Global Policy Forum.