Millions recovered: Cracking down on the Russian Laundromat

Assets valued at approximately $190 million, originating from the transnational money laundering scheme known as the "Russian Laundromat," have been identified in collaboration with foreign law enforcement agencies. The Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office announced this development.

Moldova to introduce new electronic identity card in 2025

Starting in the spring of 2025, citizens of the Republic of Moldova will receive a new identity card – a modernised electronic version that will replace the current documents.

Moldova tightens eco-design rules for appliances

Only home appliances that meet stringent eco-design requirements will be permitted for import. These standards will apply to 21 types of equipment, including light sources, refrigerators, heating appliances, and boilers.

Scientists honoured at International Science Day

International Science Day was marked by a series of events organised by the Academy of Sciences of Moldova (ASM), in collaboration with the Romanian Academy.

Moldovans face high insurance costs, long waits for care

Extended wait times and the high cost of mandatory health insurance are prompting many Moldovans to avoid public healthcare services.

Father Viorel Cojocaru urges kindness on World Kindness Day

On World Kindness Day, celebrated on November 13, Father Viorel Cojocaru urges us to embrace kindness and gentleness.

Scammers target elderly woman in Chișinău

Two men, aged 26 and 43, from Chișinău and Călărași were arrested and remanded in custody on suspicion of perpetrating a “relative involved in a car accident” scam in Chișinău.

Moldovan farmers drown in debt, seek government relief

Numerous Moldovan farmers are grappling with a severe financial crisis as banks seize their assets due to mounting debt accrued from agricultural loans.

Another drone, found in a village in Criuleni district

Another drone has been found in the Criuleni district. According to the General Police Inspectorate, the drone was discovered about an hour ago on the outskirts of Coșernița.

Ministry of the Environment launches a call for a project for water protection and waste management

The Ministry of the Environment has launched a new competition for project proposals funded by the National Environmental Fund for 2025. A total of 125 million lei will be allocated for this call. The competition aims to encourage initiatives from mayors and civil society focused on environmental protection, with an emphasis on two main areas: integrated water resource management and integrated waste management.

Magistrates from all courts meet on December 19 for the annual report and new elections in the CSM structures

The CSM will hold the General Assembly of Judges on December 19, during which an activity report for the year will be presented. The members of the Superior Council of the Magistracy made the decision to convene the judges today.

Case of treason involving the head of the Parliament's legal service and a Border Police officer, sent to court

The Prosecutor's Office for Combating Organized Crime and Special Causes (PCCOCS) has filed charges of treason and conspiracy against the Republic of Moldova involving Ion Creangă, the head of the Parliament's legal service, as well as a suspended Border Police officer and his wife.