UN Resident Coordinator in Moldova: “I’m most impressed by people’s pride and resilience”

The Republic of Moldova must reduce inequalities between rural and urban areas, ensure equitable access to services, and shift from crisis management to sustainable solutions amid challenges related to European integration and social development.

Heavy traffic at Leușeni and Sculeni border crossings; drivers should use alternative routes

Heavy traffic is being reported at the Leușeni and Sculeni border crossing points for those leaving the Republic of Moldova on Saturday, October 24. The Customs Service reports more travellers and vehicles and advises drivers to choose other border crossings to avoid congestion.

Iurie Radulov was extradited from Turkey and returned to prison

Gang leader Iurie Radulov, alias "Babior"—sentenced to life imprisonment for ten contract killings and 11 attempted murders—was extradited from Turkey and brought to the Republic of Moldova on the evening of Friday, October 23. He has been incarcerated at Penitentiary No. 13 in Chișinău, where he will resume serving his sentence, following his conditional release last year.

No paperwork or customs broker: New procedure starts October 26

Applications for the processing of supporting documents related to a verbal customs declaration under the temporary admission regime may be submitted in electronic format starting Monday, October 26. The new procedure is available to both economic operators and private individuals and does not require a customs broker.

PSRM reports highest campaign income in Gagauzia elections

Moldova’s Party of Socialists reported the highest campaign income for Gagauzia’s November 15 elections, declaring €9,900 (approximately 200,000 MDL) for the regional assembly race and €14,900 (approximately 300,000 MDL) for governor.

Moldovan and Hungarian historians reflect on 1956 uprising

Moldovan and Hungarian historians have highlighted the lasting significance of the 1956 Hungarian Revolution, as Moldova marks its 70th anniversary with a commemorative exhibition at Moldova State University.

Moldova faces EU reform test as Hungary delays accession talks

Moldova is stepping up efforts to join the European Union, but weak implementation of reforms and Hungary's opposition to further accession steps are complicating its progress, while security ties with Ukraine remain crucial.

Moldova minister rejects metal detectors in all schools

Moldova’s education minister has rejected installing metal detectors in schools nationwide, saying authorities should first enforce existing rules after a 14-year-old was injured in a knife incident in Chisinau.

Critical PHP flaws trigger global cybersecurity response

Websites worldwide faced disruption after critical vulnerabilities were disclosed in PHP, a programming language powering nearly 70% of websites. Governments and major organisations temporarily took some services offline while security teams worked to install fixes.

Moldova Hi-Tech Park plans face housing, state aid scrutiny

Moldovan lawmakers are reviewing safeguards for the planned Moldova Hi-Tech Park in Stăuceni, including a ban on residential buildings and stricter compliance with European Union state aid rules.

Moldova adopts 2027 tax policy with higher levies on business

Moldova’s parliament passed the country’s 2027 fiscal and customs policy on October 22, raising taxes on hospitality businesses, dividends and several consumer goods while introducing VAT relief on household energy consumption.

Moldova receives second batch of 120,000 flu vaccine doses

Moldova’s National Agency for Public Health has received a second batch of 120,000 flu vaccine doses, completing the 240,000-dose supply procured for the 2026–2027 season.