Moldova launches "Generation Alpha" series to combat teen bullying and exclusion

Moldova’s Ministry of Education and UNICEF have launched the country’s first socio-educational series, "Generation Alpha," aimed at addressing bullying and discrimination. The production premiered on April 3 in Chisinau and is set to air on the national public broadcaster.

UN Security Council postpones vote on Bahraini resolution to reopen Strait of Hormuz

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has rescheduled a high-stakes vote on a Bahrain-led resolution aimed at restoring freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Initially slated for Friday, the session was pushed to Saturday before diplomats confirmed a final delay to next week.

Moldova warns of billions in Nistru River pollution damages following Russian attacks

Moldova’s Environment Minister, Gheorghe Hajder, warns that total damages from the Nistru River pollution could exceed several billion lei, with costs reaching over €100M (approx. 2B MDL). Although the primary leak has been plugged, secondary contamination continues to threaten the ecosystem.

US intelligence warns of resilient Iranian arsenal despite Operation Epic Fury strikes

Despite five weeks of intensive daily strikes by U.S. and Israeli forces, nearly half of Iran’s missile launchers and thousands of attack drones remain intact, according to the latest U.S. intelligence assessments.

Moldova targets 2,000 illegal landfills in major waste management overhaul

The Republic of Moldova continues to struggle with over 2,000 illegal landfills as a lack of infrastructure and adequate funding stalls waste management efforts. Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder recently identified systemic deficiencies and poor local governance as the primary drivers of this ecological crisis.

Moldova secures €7.9m for Dniester resilience amid regional war threats

Moldovan Minister of Environment, Gheorghe Hajder, has announced a €7.9 million (approx. 154.8 million MDL) non-reimbursable grant dedicated to restoring the Dniester River basin. The funding aims to rehabilitate ecosystems following a severe pollution crisis that recently threatened the nation’s primary water source.

Over 5,000 applications in 3 days: record first-grade enrollment interest in Chișinău

In just three days since the start of first-grade registrations for the 2026–2027 academic year, more than 5,000 applications were submitted, according to the Chisinau City Hall, which reported a "record interest" from parents.

Romanian ID card blockage nearly resolved for Moldovan residents, Tomac

Romanian citizens living in the Republic of Moldova who have lost their ID cards may soon be eligible to receive electronic identity cards. These cards will reflect their residency in the Republic of Moldova and address the issues that have arisen from legislative changes implemented by the Romanian government. This announcement was made by Eugen Tomac, honorary advisor to the President of Romania.

EVO adds new features

New functionalities were added to the EVO digital government services portal to streamline and enhance how citizens and businesses access public services. The "Service Providers" section now provides a centralised catalogue of public service providers, featuring over 60 institutions and organisations that offer more than 600 services.

Party spending in 2025: one holds nearly 40M lei in reserves

The Action and Solidarity Party (PAS), currently in power in the Republic of Moldova, reported the highest income and expenses among parliamentary parties last year. According to the financial management reports for 2025 submitted to the Central Electoral Commission (CEC), the party collected over 36 million lei, with the majority coming from state budget allocations estimated at around 29 million lei.

Ecologist urges multi-year ban on eating the Nistru fish

Fish in the Nistru River may be contaminated due to recent pollution from petroleum products. Environmentalists are suggesting a ban on consuming fish from the Nistru for the next three years.

Legal EU jobs for Moldovans via new platform; Ambassador Morari: “Fair recruitment guaranteed”

The European Union (EU) is launching a new digital platform that allows citizens from third countries, including the Republic of Moldova, to access job opportunities in member states. This initiative focuses on professional sectors experiencing a significant shortage of workers, providing Moldovan candidates with the opportunity to leverage their skills in a formal environment. Daniela Morari, the Moldovan Ambassador to the EU, stated that this initiative represents a “guarantee of a legal and fair recruitment process.”