MFA after the tragic accident in Romania: Authorities are providing full consular support

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of the Republic of Moldova confirms that the citizens involved in the accident between a car and a train at Podu Iloaiei in Iași are Moldovan citizens. In this context, the authorities in Chișinău announce that the Consulate General of our country in Iași is in permanent contact with the Romanian authorities and with the relatives of the victims, offering all necessary consular assistance, including with regard to medical care and repatriation procedures.

Moldovan Constitutional Court’s new inadmissibility ruling explained

Recent changes to the law governing Moldova’s Constitutional Court now enable the Court to reject certain referrals without examining them on their merits.

Veronica Dragalin willing to take polygraph over vetting claims

Veronica Dragalin, former head of Moldova's Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office, has reiterated the allegations that she was asked for a list of prosecutors considered honest in order to pass the vetting process.

CNSM and CNPM push for 6,000 lei minimum wage in Moldova

The minimum wage in the Republic of Moldova should be increased to 6,000 lei (~€300), starting on July 1st, according to a joint request submitted to Prime Minister Dorin Recean by the National Confederation of Trade Unions (CNSM) and the National Confederation of Employers (CNPM), both of whom are social partners to the Government.

Early education enrollment in Moldova drops by nearly 2%

In 2024, the number of children enrolled in early education institutions in the Republic of Moldova declined by 1.9% (approximately 2,400 children) compared to the previous year, according to official statistics.

Maia Sandu denies claims about vetting process list

President Maia Sandu of the Republic of Moldova confirmed that she had a discussion with Veronica Dragalin, the former head of the Anti Corruption Prosecutor’s Office, but strongly rejected claims that she had asked for a list of prosecutors considered to have integrity to expedite the vetting process. The president made these remarks to the press during the General Assembly of Judges.

Moldova probes abuse linked to amnesty law changes

Amendments to Moldova’s Amnesty Law in 2022 and 2023 have created significant risks and vulnerabilities in the justice and penitentiary systems, which were later exploited by certain officials, President Maia Sandu stated.

Moldova government faces backlash over Amnesty Law scandal

The ruling party in Moldova has expressed "certain doubts" regarding the way the Ministry of Justice has handled the implementation of the Amnesty Law.

Moldovan lawmakers propose higher fines for neglecting children's care

Fines for parents who leave the country for over two months without ensuring proper care for their children could rise from the current 750 lei to 5,000 lei (from ~€40 to ~€250).

Trump’s 90-day tariff delay sparks global trade uncertainty

According to Donald Trump, the European Union was very "clever" in its response to the tariffs he imposed on nearly the entire globe.

Helicopter crash in Hudson River kills six, including children

A tourist helicopter crashed Thursday afternoon into the Hudson River near Manhattan, New York, causing the deaths of six people, including three children.

U.S. ambassador to Ukraine plans early resignation

Bridget Brink, the U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine, plans to step down before completing her term, the BBC reports.