Moldova joins Romania for Eurosonic Noorderslag 2029 cultural export

The Republic of Moldova will partner with Romania in a strategic European initiative aimed at promoting live music. This collaboration marks a significant step toward Moldova’s integration into European cultural export mechanisms through a high-level dialogue with Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS), one of Europe’s most influential music export platforms.

Romanian parliament rejects Vestea cabinet extending political crisis

Romania's Parliament has rejected the proposed cabinet led by Prime Minister-designate Adrian Vestea. The cabinet received only 189 votes in favor, falling short of the constitutional minimum of 233 required for investiture.

Moldova raises benchmark rate to 5.66% amid inflation fears

Moldovan homeowners face higher monthly mortgage repayments starting July 1, 2026. The increase comes after the National Bank of Moldova (NBM) raised the benchmark retail interest rate used to calculate borrowing costs.

Messi scores twice as Argentina beats Austria 2-0 in Texas

Argentina secured a 2-0 victory over Austria in their Group J encounter in Arlington, Texas, booking a place in the tournament's round of 32.

Moldovan household spending data highlights sharp rural-urban divide

Moldovan citizens spent an average of €255 (approx. 4,995 MDL) per month in 2025, according to latest national data. While food products claimed the largest share of overall family budgets at 43%, healthcare represented the lowest expenditure category at just 4.6%.

EU-Moldova summit solidifies merit-based accession path

One week after officially opening its first accession negotiations cluster, Moldova consolidated its European integration path during the second EU-Moldova summit in Brussels. European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hosted the high-level meeting.

From Soviet break to EU path: Moldova celebrates national sovereignty

European integration remains the primary mechanism to reinforce the sovereignty, institutional resilience, and national security of the Republic of Moldova. Legal expert Alexandru Bot emphasized this correlation during public broadcaster Teleradio-Moldova's coverage marking the 36th anniversary of the historic Sovereignty Declaration.

From France to Moldova by bike: Father and daughter cycle 2,500 km journey

Homesickness can be so powerful that it can transform a simple trip home into a true adventure. This is the case for Adelina and her father, Sergiu Alexuța, who have been living in France for several years. They decided to return to their homeland for a vacation, but not in the usual way—instead, they chose to travel by bicycle. They plan to complete the journey from France to the Republic of Moldova in about a month.

Igor Grosu visits Czech Republic: Officials reaffirm support for Moldova’s EU path

The Czech Republic's support for the European integration of the Republic of Moldova and the progress made in the reform process were addressed during meetings the President of the Parliament, Igor Grosu, held in the Czech Republic with high-ranking Czech officials.

AUR rebrands as European National Conservative Party, keeping its ideals

The Alliance for the Unity of Romanians in the Republic of Moldova has decided to change its name to the European National Conservative Party (PNCE). According to the party, this name change signifies a new political phase and reflects their formal adoption of European conservative principles, while still upholding their declared strategic goal of "National Reunification."

Major supermarket operator plans takeover of Merci chain

The Competition Council is reviewing an economic concentration operation involving one of the largest food retail operators in the Republic of Moldova. This operator, which owns the Linella, Fidesco, Cip Market, Bravo, and Slavena Megamarket chains, aims to acquire control of the Merci store chain.

Second EU-Moldova summit: 20 commitments, conditional funding, merit-based EU path

On Monday, June 22, in Brussels, the leaders of the European Union and the Republic of Moldova convened for the second EU-Republic of Moldova summit. During this meeting, they adopted a 20-point joint declaration that formally marks the opening of the first group of chapters in the accession negotiations, titled "Fundamental Values", which began on June 15. The declaration also announces new support packages aimed at enhancing the security and defense of the Republic of Moldova.