EU activates biometric EES border control at all crossing points with Moldova from March 2

The Border Police announced that the European Union's electronic Entry/Exit System (EES) will be operational at all border crossing points between Romania and the Republic of Moldova starting March 2, 2026. This measure is part of the ongoing effort to modernize controls at the EU's external border and is aimed at citizens of non-EU countries who are making short visits to the EU.

e-Monitoring System now mandatory for public policy implementation: “Clear info on government actions”

Public institutions will plan, report, and track the implementation of government policies in real time through a new single digital platform, e-Monitoring, approved by the Executive.

Government aligns time change with EU: 3:00 becomes 4:00 on last Sunday of March

The Republic of Moldova will transition to daylight saving time on the last Sunday of March, when the clock will move from 3:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m. This decision, approved by the Government on February 25, establishes that daylight saving time in Moldova aligns with the practices of the European Union member states.

Peaceful protest at the Russian Embassy: “We demand truth, justice, and compensation for war victims”

In solidarity with Ukraine, dozens of people gathered outside the Russian Embassy in Chisinau to protest. The participants condemned the war crimes committed by Moscow and called for justice for the victims. The demonstration was peaceful, and the Russian Embassy has not yet responded to the action.

Amicable settlements can now be filed online; higher damage ceiling for digital claims

Drivers involved in minor road accidents can submit their amicable agreements online. This initiative has been developed by the National Financial Market Commission. The document also outlines an increase in the limits for material damages.

7,200 hectares will be afforested this spring. Authorities invest in modernizing nurseries

This spring, the afforestation campaign aims to cover at least 7,200 hectares across the country, utilizing approximately 32 million saplings. This announcement was made by the Minister of Environment, Gheorghe Hajder, during the "Pe față" show on Moldova 1. He explained that the current capacity of forest nurseries can meet the demand for planting material. However, the authorities are proposing to modernize these nurseries to enhance the quality of the saplings and, consequently, improve the success rate of the plantings.

Moldovan prosecutors raid window manufacturer over €2 million tax evasion scheme

Moldovan anti-fraud officers and specialized prosecutors have raided the headquarters of a prominent construction materials firm. The company is suspected of orchestrating a massive tax evasion scheme involving ghost transactions.

Tradition meets bureaucracy: 14 Moldovan couples wed on Dragobete feast

Fourteen couples in the Republic of Moldova will officially wed today, February 24, celebrating Dragobete—the traditional Romanian feast of love. The date marks a symbolic intersection between ancestral folklore and modern civil service, as couples choose the protector of lovers to oversee their spring vows.

Moldova’s president marks four years since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

On February 24, 2026, four years after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Moldova’s President Maia Sandu delivered a message of solidarity with the Ukrainian people.

Moldova approves first private pension fund to diversify retirement system

The National Commission for Financial Market (NCFM) has officially greenlighted the establishment of the Republic of Moldova’s first voluntary pension fund. This landmark decision marks the functional launch of a private retirement mechanism following several previous regulatory attempts.

Chisinau launches emergency road repairs following severe winter damage

Chisinau municipal authorities have initiated a large-scale emergency repair campaign this week to address severe road degradation across the capital. The "massive intervention" targets major thoroughfares where winter freeze-thaw cycles have exposed systemic construction flaws.

Moldova education code reforms 2026: school restructuring, grade four assessment and rector term limits debated

Moldova's parliament voted on February 12 to advance significant amendments to the country's Education Code, covering the restructuring of small schools, the reintroduction of formal grades in Grade 4, expanded financial autonomy for larger schools, and enhanced support for children with disabilities and diaspora families. The bill passed its first reading and comprises 18 separate changes to the national education system.