Government pushes new media law, opposition raises concerns

The Parliament is set to approve a new law that will regulate the media sector. This initiative was reviewed on Wednesday, June 10, by the Committee on European Integration. However, the opposition has raised concerns about two specific provisions: the registration of media service providers and the liability for published content.

Comrat deputies refuse to back interim president’s resignation

The discussion of Nicolai Ormanji's resignation as interim president of the People's Assembly sparked disagreements among the deputies from Comrat during the meeting on June 10. Some deputies left the room during the debates, leading to an interruption of the meeting when it became impossible to maintain a quorum.

Community-building organizations celebrated at Gala

Seven organizations and associations that contribute to community development in the Republic of Moldova were honored at the Civil Society Gala. They received grants to further advance their projects, highlighting the active role of civil society and emphasizing the need for ongoing support.

Paid parking case: Chirtoacă calls it a “bitter victory”

The former mayor of Chisinau, Dorin Chirtoacă, was acquitted by the Centru Court of Appeal in the paid parking case. He described the outcome as "a bitter victory" and mentioned that he does not rule out the possibility of continuing the trial if the decision is challenged at the Supreme Court of Justice (CSJ). Meanwhile, the accusers have not yet made a decision, stating that "The Prosecutor's Office will analyze the feasibility of contesting the decision within the legal deadline."

Moldova hits 2030 EV target in advance

The Republic of Moldova has approximately 11,000 registered electric cars and over 81,500 hybrid vehicles, including plug-in hybrids. Experts predict that if the current growth rate continues, the number of fully electric cars could double by 2030.

Foreign Policy Committee approves new ambassadors

The Foreign Policy Committee of Parliament has approved the appointments of Inga Ionesii and Sergiu Gurduza as ambassadors of the Republic of Moldova to India and Portugal.

Romania seeks NATO support after drone incidents

Romania has requested NATO allies to temporarily deploy systems on its territory to counter Russian drones. This request comes in the wake of the Galati incident, during which a Russian drone crashed into an apartment building, resulting in injuries to two people. Support is needed until the new anti-drone systems purchased by Romania through the SAFE program are delivered.

Moldova HiTech Park seen as major growth driver

Moldova HiTech Park, the country's first advanced technological park of national strategic importance, spans 50 hectares in the Chisinau Arena area. It aims to bridge the gap between academic research and the business environment. The park is expected to create over 20,000 jobs and generate an economic impact of approximately 1.3 billion dollars, according to Doina Nistor, chairwoman of the Moldova HiTech Park Board of Directors.

Alexandru Munteanu will deliver speech at Sofia Summit

On Wednesday, June 10, regional leaders will convene in Sofia to discuss solutions for security and sustainable development in South-Eastern Europe during the South-Eastern European Cooperation Process (SEECP) Summit. Moldovan Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu is scheduled to deliver a speech that will emphasize the importance of strengthening regional cooperation.

Moldova advances worker rights with ILO Convention ratification

The Republic of Moldova will ratify Convention No. 156 of the International Labour Organization (ILO) this year. This convention promotes equal opportunities for workers with family responsibilities. The announcement was made by Igor Zubcu, President of the National Confederation of Trade Unions of Moldova (CNSM), during the 114th session of the International Labour Conference.

NBS: External migration reduces Moldova’s population

The population residing in the Republic of Moldova continued to decline, reaching 2.365 million at the beginning of 2026, almost 23 thousand fewer than the previous year.

Applications open for TRM General Director until July 10

The Supervisory Board of the Public Institution "Teleradio-Moldova" (TRM) announced a competition for the position of general director following the resignation of Vlad Țurcanu.