Dense fog reported on multiple roads nationwide; police urge drivers to be cautious

The General Inspectorate of Police advises drivers about the challenging traffic conditions during this period, caused by fog affecting several road areas across the country.

Moldova launches voluntary pensions: eligibility and contribution details

For the first time, Moldovan citizens can save for retirement through a private pension fund, as the first voluntary pension fund has been authorized and is entering its launch phase. This new option allows employees and entrepreneurs to make voluntary contributions alongside the public pension system, providing an additional income source for retirement, says Elena Pui, the director of the fund management company.

CNAM reports historic high in mandatory health insurance compliance

The National Health Insurance Company (CNAM) has announced a historic milestone, with over 153,000 citizens paying their mandatory fixed-fee health insurance premiums in the first quarter of 2026. This figure marks the highest level of compliance ever recorded by the March 31 deadline in the agency's history.

Ukraine reinforces western border with mines and armor on Transnistrian segment

The Ukrainian Armed Forces have significantly tightened security along the border with the breakaway Transnistrian region of Moldova. Kyiv announced an intensified military presence and the deployment of advanced defensive measures to secure the western frontier.

Moldova seeks €70 million to complete nationwide Model Schools Network

Moldova’s Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) is actively seeking approximately €70 million (approx. 1.37 billion MDL) in external funding to finalize its ambitious "Model Schools" initiative.

Russian drones over Moldova: Systematic incidents spark national security alarm

Recent incursions of Russian drones into Moldovan airspace are no longer isolated events but represent a "systemic threat." Security expert Artur Leșcu warns that these incidents must be viewed with deep concern as they test the nation's defense limits.

Moldova State Railway extends technical unemployment amid fuel crisis

Moldova’s state railway operator, Calea Ferată a Moldovei (CFM), has extended technical unemployment for 600 employees for a fifth consecutive month. The decision, announced on Monday, March 30, comes as the company struggles with rising fuel costs and systemic liquidity shortages.

Second Shahed drone enters Moldova airspace near Transnistria

A second Shahed-type drone violated Moldova’s airspace on Tuesday morning, according to the Ministry of Defence. The incident occurred just hours after a similar breach was reported overnight.

Moldova denies entry to former Transnistrian official Ruslan Mova

Moldovan border authorities have denied entry to Ruslan Mova, the former head of the internal affairs department in the breakaway Transnistria region. The incident occurred on Sunday evening at the Chisinau International Airport following a flight from Istanbul.

Moldovans face final day for discounted health insurance

Unemployed and self-employed citizens in Moldova have one day left to pay their mandatory health insurance premiums at a significantly reduced rate.

Moldova detects Shahed drone in its airspace near Ukraine border

Moldova’s Ministry of Defence reported an unauthorised violation of its airspace on Tuesday evening after military radars detected a Shahed-type drone entering from Ukraine.

Tiraspol authorities extend salary payment deadline, citing budget pressures

The authorities in the Transnistrian region have announced an extension for the deadline to pay the second instalment of salaries. Instead of being paid by the end of this month, salaries will now be disbursed by the 9th of the following month. This decision, made during a meeting of the unrecognized executive from the left bank of the Nistru on Monday, March 30, is attributed to budgetary challenges and the need for more flexible resource management.