Moldova launches $225M state aid scheme to lure investors

The Republic of Moldova is stepping up its efforts to become a regional investment hub. It has launched a major state aid scheme valued at 4 billion Moldovan lei (approximately $225 million).

Donald Trump insists Ukraine must hold presidential elections now

Donald Trump insists that presidential elections must be held in Ukraine to confirm the country’s democratic path. The statement came during an interview with Politico.

Moldova hits 25% renewable energy goal

The Republic of Moldova is rapidly approaching the 25% threshold for electricity from renewable sources.

Moldova minimum wage hike demanded by union to meet EU goal

The National Trade Union Confederation of Moldova (CNSM) is urging the government to make significant adjustments to its salary and fiscal policies for 2026.

Moldova and NATO launch 2025–2028 partnership to fight hybrid threats

The Republic of Moldova's partnership with NATO will continue through the new 2025–2028 Partnership Program.

Police dismantle migrant smuggling network on Moldova-Romania border

A migrant smuggling network, which was transporting individuals from Afro-Asian countries towards Romania to facilitate their illegal entry into the European Union (EU), has been dismantled in Ungheni, a Moldovan city located on the border with the EU.

Seven killed as 49-year-old Russian An-22 transport plane crashes near Uvod Reservoir

A Russian military transport aircraft, an Antonov An-22, crashed in the Ivanovo region of the Russian Federation on the morning of December 9, killing all seven crew members aboard. Preliminary reports indicate there were no survivors from the An-22 crash.

Chișinău mayor demands public reports on anti-hybrid war funds

The Moldova hybrid warfare threat, constantly invoked by the pro-EU ruling party Action and Solidarity (PAS) as the country’s main security challenge, now faces a strong challenge from Chișinău Mayor Ion Ceban.

Moldova tourism sees 44% surge, demands new digital platform

Employers' associations in Moldova are strongly encouraging the establishment of a National Tourism Platform, viewing it as a critical instrument for modernizing and accelerating the digitalization of the country's booming tourism industry.

Moldova corruption runs deep, say experts: Education and digitalization are key

Corruption permeates all sectors in the Republic of Moldova, occurring wherever human interaction exists.

Moldova faces historic $1.15 billion budget deficit amid slow 2.4% economic growth

The Republic of Moldova’s economy remains highly vulnerable due to a slow pace of economic growth, currently estimated at just 2.4% for the next year, warns Marin Gospodarenco, the Executive Director of the Economica Analytical Center.

Zelensky lists key candidates to replace Chief of Staff Yermak

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, during an online briefing on Monday, December 8, presented a list of candidates to replace his Chief of Staff, Andriy Yermak, who recently resigned following a corruption scandal.