EXCLUSIVE | Moldova could provisionally close its first EU accession chapters in the coming months, Marta Kos

In the coming months, the Republic of Moldova could make a major step toward provisionally closing its first EU accession negotiation chapters. The European Commission is already assessing the documents the Government submitted on meeting interim rule-of-law benchmarks. The target of provisionally closing 25 chapters by the end of 2027 is considered realistic by EU member states.

Marta Kos announces €30 million in EU aid for Moldovans struggling with energy bills

The Republic of Moldova could receive an additional 30 million euros in EU support to help vulnerable families pay their energy bills. European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos made the announcement on November 9 during an address to Parliament in Chișinău. The funds are expected to be distributed through the government’s energy compensation program.

EU is preparing a support package for Moldova, with investments helping Moldovans build their future

The Republic of Moldova could conclude its EU accession negotiations by early 2028, provided it maintains the current pace of reforms and delivers tangible results. Although ambitious, this goal is achievable, President Maia Sandu and European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos said. The country’s progress is also confirmed by the European Commission’s 2026 Enlargement Report, the two officials noted at the opening of the Annual Conference on EU Enlargement, held in Chișinău on November 9.

2027, a decisive year for EU accession reforms

Adopting the laws through Parliament by 2027 is an ambitious target, but putting them into practice will be the real challenge. Still, the steady pace of reforms and positive signals from Brussels suggest that the Republic of Moldova could conclude its EU accession negotiations in 2028.

SIS chief warns of intensified Russian actions ahead of Moldova’s elections

The Russian Federation is preparing to step up its influence operations in the Republic of Moldova ahead of upcoming elections. The Intelligence and Security Service (SIS) has already reported such activities in Gagauzia, where elections are set to be held for the position of Bashkan and for the autonomous region’s People’s Assembly.

Chișinău Airport surpasses passenger traffic forecasts: 14.2% growth recorded in October

Passenger traffic at Chișinău International Airport “Eugen Doga” continues to rise. In October, the airport handled 672,384 passengers, up 85,399 from the same month last year. The figure also exceeded the monthly forecast by 14.2%.

Republic of Moldova has risen to fifth among EU accession candidates, Cristina Gherasimov

The Republic of Moldova has made progress in several areas of the European Union accession process; however, judicial reform remains an essential condition for concluding negotiations. The pace of advancement depends largely on the concrete results achieved in this sector, states Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration Cristina Gherasimov.

"Help at the Meter" received over 380,000 applications in its first week of registration

More than 380,000 applications for energy compensation were submitted in the first week after registration opened on the compensatii.gov.md platform, according to the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection.

Japan is granting the Republic of Moldova a €49 million loan to modernize agriculture

The Government of Japan will grant the Republic of Moldova a loan worth more than 8.6 billion Japanese yen, equivalent to 974 million lei or approximately 49 million euros. The funds will support the agricultural sector, helping farmers purchase tractors, combine harvesters, and other modern farming equipment.

Traffic at Costești-Stânca customs will be restricted on November 10

Traffic through the Costești-Stânca border crossing point will be restricted on Tuesday, November 10, from 08:00 to 20:00 due to major repair works at the Costești-Stânca Hydrotechnical Complex. The Customs Service advises travelers to avoid this crossing point during this period and use alternative border crossings instead.

Shortened school day in Chișinău: Students will join tree-planting initiative

Chișinău City Hall has purchased 15,000 fruit trees, which will be planted on Friday, November 20, with help from local schoolchildren. To allow students to take part in the initiative, mayor Ion Ceban has announced a shortened school schedule.

Moldova is a top 5 EU walnut exporter: A family business in Criuleni

The Republic of Moldova is a major supplier of walnuts to the European Union, which receives approximately 86 per cent of the country’s domestic production. Behind these exports are years of hard work, investment, and challenges for farmers. The Medvițchi family, from the village of Slobozia-Dușca in Criuleni district, chose to focus on walnuts, transforming neglected farmland into an orchard.