Moldova to pursue EU integration and Transnistrian settlement as separate tracks to prevent external veto

Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri announced that Moldova’s EU integration and the Transnistrian settlement will proceed as distinct, parallel tracks. The strategy aims to prevent external factors from stalling the country's sovereign European path.

Moldova’s corruption perception index dips to 42 in 2025 amid reform fatigue

The Republic of Moldova’s score in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) has decreased by one point, falling from 43 to 42. While the change suggests stagnation rather than a total collapse, Transparency International experts warn that the pace of judicial reform must accelerate.

Moldova’s autonomous region struggles to form election body ahead of March polls

Gagauzia’s Regional Assembly (APG) will make a renewed attempt to appoint a Central Election Commission (CEC) in Comrat this Friday. The move aims to break a year-long systemic deadlock that has paralyzed the region's legislative elections.

Moldova’s pharma sector eyes global expansion with €40 million investment

Moldova’s domestic pharmaceutical industry is undergoing a strategic shift toward international markets, with local producers now exporting over 70% of their output. Despite a small domestic market, the sector currently manufactures nearly 600 types of medicines, representing 10% of the products authorized in the National Drug Registry.

Moldova and Ukraine to modernize 1993 defense pact with focus on dual-use tech

The Moldovan Parliament’s Foreign Policy Commission approved a consultative advisory on February 11 to launch negotiations for a new bilateral agreement with Ukraine. This framework aims to update the 1993 military-technical cooperation treaty to reflect modern security challenges.

EU defense summit opens amid Franco-German industrial deadlock and US absence

EU Defense Ministers gathered in Brussels on Wednesday, February 11, to coordinate military support for Ukraine and defense innovation. High Representative Kaja Kallas led the session, which included an in-person exchange with Ukrainian Defense Minister Mihailo Fedorov.

EU moves to dismantle Russian crypto ecosystem in 20th sanctions package

The European Commission has proposed a comprehensive blanket ban on all Russian-linked cryptocurrency operations. This strategic shift aims to dismantle the financial infrastructure used by Moscow to bypass international restrictions.

Zelenskyy to reveal plan for presidential elections and peace referendum on February 24

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to unveil a comprehensive roadmap for national elections and a sovereignty referendum on February 24, according to sources cited by the Financial Times.

Moldova National Food Safety Agency monitors new animal disease outbreaks

The National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) has announced an escalation in monitoring and intervention protocols following the detection of several animal disease outbreaks across the Republic of Moldova since early February.

Russian food prices soar as cucumber costs reach parity with meat amid war economy

Russia's economy is entering a volatile contraction, with essential goods becoming a luxury for average citizens. Millions confront a mounting financial crisis as defense spending consumes nearly 40% of the national budget, fueling hyperinflation across the Federation.

Moldova natural gas consumption hits record high in January

Natural gas consumption on Moldova’s Right Bank reached a historic peak in January, driven by an extended cold snap that pushed daily demand over 17,000 MWh. The Ministry of Energy attributed this surge to significantly lower temperatures compared to previous months.

Moldova weighs staged EU integration by 2027 to bolster national security

Moldova stands to gain significant strategic advantages from a potential "staged accession" to the European Union, a scenario currently under discussion in Brussels for Ukraine, Moldova, and Albania.