Snowfall hits northern and central Moldova on Christmas Eve; road crews deployed

New Year's Eve brought winter weather to the Republic of Moldova. On the night of Tuesday, December 24, to Wednesday, snowfall affected the northern and central regions of the country, leading to icy road conditions. The National Road Administration (AND) has announced that road workers are actively on duty and addressing any issues as needed.

Generational Polish Christmas traditions in Stârcea village

The Polish community in Stârcea, Glodeni district, embraced the spirit of the winter holiday. Caroling, traditional meals, and heartfelt moments characterized Christmas Eve - "Wigilia," one of the most significant holidays for the Polish community.

Maia Sandu: “Strength of Moldova lies in its people” — year-end awards presented

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, honored several individuals with state awards for their professionalism, integrity, and exceptional dedication to their work. These individuals were recognized for their significant contributions to the development of society and the promotion of national values.

Misail-Nichitin on the Centru IP incident: Let the investigation do its job

It is too early to discuss potential new resignations. This was the reaction of Daniella Misail-Nichitin, the Minister of Internal Affairs (MAI), following the incident at the Centru Police Inspectorate (IP) on December 19. According to the minister, the policeman involved in the shooting used his personal firearm. Additionally, she stated that she was informed about the incident on the same day it happened.

Brussels Diplomatic Bazaar celebrated at cultural event in Chișinău

A retrospective event dedicated to the Brussels Diplomatic Bazaar was held in Chisinau. Cultural advocates from the Republic of Moldova, who had participated in events organized by the embassies of Moldova and Romania in Belgium, reminisced about the most memorable moments from their heartfelt gatherings in 2025.

Clinical Psychiatric Hospital will undergo energy rehabilitation

The Consolidated Unit for Implementing and Monitoring Energy Projects (UCIPE) has launched a tender to select a company to carry out rehabilitation and energy-efficiency improvements at the Clinical Psychiatric Hospital.

ODA–GIZ invest €1.85 million in energy-efficient technologies for at least 24 enterprises

Small and medium-sized enterprises in the Republic of Moldova will receive €1.85 million in non-repayable funding for technological modernization. This support is part of a Grant Agreement between the Organization for the Development of Entrepreneurship (ODA) and the German International Cooperation Agency (GIZ).

Energocom’s public service obligations extended until January 31, 2026

The Government has extended the public service obligation for the company "Energocom" for an additional year, now lasting until January 31, 2026. This decision was approved during a meeting on December 23 and is driven by the authorities' need to ensure the continuous supply of electricity in the Republic of Moldova.

Râșcani woman sentenced to 15 years for child labor exploitation

In several localities in the northern region of the country, a 53-year-old woman from the Râșcani district was sentenced to 15 years in prison for trafficking two minors for labor and begging.

EU confirms continued visa-free travel for Moldovan citizens

Moldovan citizens will still travel visa-free to Schengen countries. This follows the European Commission's determination that the authorities in Chisinau have fulfilled the recommendations related to the visa liberalization regime. This conclusion is part of the European Union's eighth report on the Visa Suspension Mechanism, which was adopted on December 19 in Brussels.

Denmark allocates €2.8 million to support Moldova’s EU integration and justice reform

Funding for the Republic of Moldova under the "Support for EU Integration" program will be increased by €2.8 million, thanks to a contribution from the Kingdom of Denmark. An amendment approved by the government on December 23 has raised the total budget for this initiative to €27.8 million.

Dumitru Obadă re-elected president of the Superior Council of Prosecutors

Dumitru Obadă was re-elected as the president of the Superior Council of Prosecutors (CSP) on December 23. His current term, which began when he first assumed the position, will now continue for the next two years, expiring on January 3, 2026.