Moldova to streamline energy sector VAT declarations starting 2026

Moldova’s State Tax Service (SFS) will introduce a streamlined VAT declaration format for electricity and natural gas transactions effective January 2026.

Cuba confirms 32 soldiers killed by US forces in Venezuela during Maduro extraction

Thirty-two members of the Cuban security forces were killed during US military strikes in Venezuela, the Cuban government announced on Sunday.

UN mission says US attack does not absolve Nicolas Maduro

The "illegality of the US attack" in Venezuela does not absolve former president Nicolas Maduro of his responsibility for grave human rights violations committed by his government, a United Nations mission has assessed.

Moldovans to drink over 200 cups of coffee annually as bean imports surge

Moldova’s coffee market is undergoing a significant transformation, with annual consumption per adult expected to exceed 200 cups in 2026.

U.S. interventions in Latin America: a long history of strategic friction

Washington’s recent warnings regarding a "large-scale attack" against Venezuela have reignited intense scrutiny over the United States’ century-long history of interventionism in Latin America.

Moldova foreign policy 2026: Economic diplomacy and EU goals

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will steer its 2026 agenda toward concrete objectives with a direct impact on citizens' lives.

US issues redline to Venezuela over Russian and Chinese presence

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that Venezuela can no longer serve as a strategic base for Russia, China, or Iran. The top diplomat issued a stern message to the country’s new interim leadership.

Russia halts major housing relocation program to prioritize war spending

State Duma MP Andrei Gurulyov confirmed that Russia has effectively suspended its federal program to relocate citizens from dilapidated housing.

Moldova 1 dominates New Year’s Eve ratings as Maia Sandu’s speech viewership doubles

Moldova’s national public broadcaster, Moldova 1, secured the top television ratings during New Year’s Eve, outperforming its closest competitor by nearly 4%.

Moldova's voter registry hits 3.3 million as CEC releases 2026 data

The total number of citizens registered in Moldova’s State Register of Voters reached 3,299,794 at the beginning of January 2026.

Moldova’s demographic crisis: Pensioners now make up 28% of total population

Retirees now account for nearly 28% of Moldova’s total population, according to year-end 2025 data from the National Social Insurance House (CNAS).

Moldova vetting commission 2026: 100 candidates to face integrity checks

The Moldovan Vetting Commission has announced it is prepared to maintain the momentum of external integrity evaluations throughout 2026, despite fluctuating candidate numbers.