Buyer-merchant conflicts could be resolved out of court, with the first ADR entity launching by year-end

Consumers in the Republic of Moldova could soon have access to a new mechanism for resolving disputes with merchants without having to go to court. This mechanism is known as Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)—a system already provided for by legislation, but not yet operational.

Maia Sandu convenes National Security Council after major cyberattack on Moldova

The large-scale cyberattack facing the Republic of Moldova will be analysed at a National Security Council meeting, to be convened by President Maia Sandu in the coming days. Authorities suspect that the attack may have been facilitated by artificial intelligence.

IMF revises Moldova's economic forecast: Agriculture drives growth

The Republic of Moldova is projected to record economic growth of 1.7% in 2026—up from a previous estimate of 1.5%—driven primarily by better-than-expected performance in the agricultural sector. Experts from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) revised this forecast during an assessment mission in the country between October 21 and 28.

Grosu: The Republic of Moldova must invest in defense, regardless of Russia’s reaction

The Republic of Moldova is preparing its legal framework for the development of a domestic defense industry, including the production of drones, and Parliament could adopt the necessary legislation by the end of this year. The Speaker of Parliament, Igor Grosu, believes that some drone incursions into the country's airspace are deliberate, and he maintains that Ukraine's experience could help the Republic of Moldova strengthen its defense capabilities.

Three young people detained in Chișinău and Orhei for online scams with fake profiles

Police detained three young people on suspicion of involvement in an online scam scheme in which they allegedly obtained money from individuals in the United States and the European Union by creating fake profiles and initiating romantic relationships. The payments made by the victims reportedly totalled approximately 440,000 dollars in a single month.

Phones and headphones endanger pedestrians, warns INSP

Speeding when conditions don't allow it and failing to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians are among the primary causes of road accidents. Representatives of the National Public Security Inspectorate (INSP) urge both drivers and pedestrians to exercise heightened caution, especially during rain or when visibility is poor.

Data leaks could enable manipulation, but not direct account theft, Minister Claudiu Năsui

Government systems face constant cyberattacks, and the most recent incident—which resulted in the exfiltration of data belonging to over 750,000 citizens—has prompted authorities to urgently assess vulnerabilities within public networks. The Minister of Economic Development and Digitalization, Claudiu Năsui, announced on Radio Moldova that an investigation has been launched to identify the security breach while also providing assurances that the public's funds remain unaffected.

Employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs can earn extra income without conflict of interest by working in the private sector

Employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MAI) will be permitted to engage in paid activities outside of their working hours—including in the private sector—provided that such activities do not create conflicts of interest. The Government supports the Ministry’s initiative; however, for the changes to take effect, Parliament must also approve them.

EVO app temporarily replaces the MD-Alert system for public alerts on phones

Until the MD-Alert system launches, expected toward the end of 2027, authorities will use the government’s EVO app to send emergency alerts and give citizens clear instructions on how to stay safe. The new feature will be presented to the public in November, alongside the launch of the national "Moldova Pregătită" program.

Chisinau opts out of new CIS commitments

The Republic of Moldova will withdraw from further agreements concluded within the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) on healthcare cooperation, the development of telemedicine services, and the exchange of drug samples between authorities. The Government has approved the denunciation of these documents, citing that they have failed to yield practical results or have not been utilized by state institutions.

Nosatîi on opposition's criticism of the Ukraine military deal: They serve Moscow's interests; all threats come from Russia

Minister of Defense Anatolie Nosatîi rejects the opposition's criticism regarding the technical-military cooperation agreement between the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine, accusing the opposition of playing into Moscow's hands. The official maintains that the document aims to strengthen the Republic of Moldova's defense capabilities—particularly in light of the threats posed by the war in Ukraine—and dismisses allegations that the agreement violates the Constitution or entails providing direct military assistance to a country engaged in an armed conflict.

Voter data safe: CEC assures State Register of Voters was not compromised after cyberattack

The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) announces that the recent cybersecurity incident targeting several state digital public services has not affected electoral information systems or voter data.