Over 225 million lei invested in Security Zone localities. Chiveri stresses need for direct dialogue with local authorities

Chisinau has invested more than 225 million lei to implement over 600 projects in localities within the Security Zone, as part of the country's Reintegration Activities Program. This information was shared by Valeriu Chiveri, the Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, during a meeting with the leadership of the Dubasari district and the mayors of the localities in the Security Zone.

Prosecutors in Moldova and Romania strengthen their cooperation through an agreement signed by PCCOCS and DIICOT

Prosecutors in the Republic of Moldova and Romania will intensify their exchange of good practices and their cooperation in cross border investigations, actions set out in an agreement signed by the Prosecutor’s Office for Combating Organized Crime and Special Cases (PCCOCS) and the Directorate for Investigating Organized Crime and Terrorism (DIICOT), a specialized structure of the Public Ministry in Romania.

After three years, the CUB founder steps down to resume academic projects

After three years, Igor Munteanu steps down from the leadership of the Coalition for Unity and Welfare (CUB) in the Republic of Moldova to return to some academic projects that he says he has neglected lately. Victor Tarna will serve as interim president.

Cyprus supports EU enlargement. Maia Sandu: “Accession is not only a political goal, but a national project”

Cyprus, which will assume the Presidency of the Council of the European Union on January 1, 2026, supports "a credible and ambitious enlargement agenda for the European Union." This agenda aims to show that the European promise remains alive for the states that strive toward it. This statement was made by President Maia Sandu during her meeting with her counterpart, Nikos Christodoulides, in Nicosia on December 12.

Final vote: Moldova exits three more CIS agreements viewed as irrelevant

On December 12, Parliament finalized the repeal of several agreements signed by the Republic of Moldova within the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). These agreements included the visa-free travel arrangement for CIS citizens, the agreement on indirect taxes for exports and imports among member states, and the document concerning payments between economic organizations in those countries.

Minister of Defense: New EU-funded radar will become operational in the first half of 2026

The Republic of Moldova is working to acquire a second modern radar system to improve airspace monitoring. Defense Minister Anatolie Nosatîi announced that this radar will be funded by European resources and is expected to be operational in the first half of next year.

Deputy Prime Minister Popșoi participates in Abu Dhabi Forum with international officials

The Republic of Moldova will be represented at the Sir Bani Yas Forum 2025 by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mihai Popșoi. This event gathers ministers, top officials, and leaders from global institutions to discuss current issues.

PSRM proposes major social hikes—salaries, pensions, scholarships—without clear funding

The deputies of the Party of Socialists of the Republic of Moldova (PSRM), currently in opposition, are proposing a large package of budgetary support. This package includes increased salaries, pensions, scholarships, additional support programs, and special allowances. However, they have not provided any cost estimates or outlined models for implementation.

President Maia Sandu pays an official visit to the Republic of Cyprus

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, is scheduled to make an official visit to the Republic of Cyprus on December 12. Cyprus will assume the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union in the first half of 2026.

Socialists' Party demands 1.4 billion MDL fund to rescue Moldovan farmers

Deputies from Moldova's main opposition, the Socialists' Party, are pressuring the government to revise the 2026 State Budget Law. They propose an emergency increase of 1.4 billion Moldovan Lei (MDL) to the national fund for rural development and agriculture.

Moldova and NATO launch 2025–2028 partnership to fight hybrid threats

The Republic of Moldova's partnership with NATO will continue through the new 2025–2028 Partnership Program.

Chișinău mayor demands public reports on anti-hybrid war funds

The Moldova hybrid warfare threat, constantly invoked by the pro-EU ruling party Action and Solidarity (PAS) as the country’s main security challenge, now faces a strong challenge from Chișinău Mayor Ion Ceban.