Romania supplies quality drinking water to thousands of Moldovan households

Residents of the Republic of Moldova will benefit from drinking water supplied by Iași. The city of Fălești, along with several villages in the Fălești and Ungheni districts, will be connected to the Iași water network through a new pipeline that will cross beneath the Prut River at Sculeni. This project, initiated by the operator ApaVital, offers a solution for regions in the Republic of Moldova that are struggling with chronic drought and significant drinking water quality issues.

Farmers seek 105 million lei from the state for milk production

Livestock breeders in the country have requested over 105 million lei in subsidies for cow, sheep, and goat milk, based on applications submitted between July and mid-August. The Agricultural Intervention and Payments Agency (AIPA) has announced that the process of verifying eligibility and authorizing the funds is currently in progress.

The Economist: Moldova's unification with Romania is challenging but possible. Historian: "It's the only chance for development"

The potential union of Romania and the Republic of Moldova, while complex, remains a possibility in the regional geopolitical landscape. An analysis published by The Economist indicates that if Chisinau's European path is blocked, uniting with a member state of the European Union (EU) could become a viable alternative. The publication argues that economic, political, and geopolitical obstacles can be overcome with support from the West. Political analyst Anatol Țăranu noted in an interview with Teleradio-Moldova that the EU would have a vested interest in financing this process to reduce vulnerabilities and diminish Russian influence in the region.

APG must find 580,000 lei for Gagauzia's Central Electoral Commission debts

Past political decisions continue to impose financial burdens on Gagauz autonomy. In 2023, the People's Assembly of Gagauzia (APG) dissolved the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) in Comrat and appointed a new one. However, these actions were later overturned by the court. Consequently, the institution has accrued debts of approximately 580 thousand lei, which will need to be covered by the regional budget.

East-West option is no longer viable for Moldova, Deputy PM Popșoi

The policy of balancing relations between East and West, which has been advocated by the authorities in Chisinau for decades, is no longer feasible due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, according to Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi, Minister of Foreign Affairs. He emphasizes that Moldovan society has made an irreversible choice in favor of European integration. Nearly 35 years after declaring independence, the Republic of Moldova stands at a pivotal moment in its diplomatic history, marked by ongoing negotiations to join the European Union (EU) and strong ties with its primary Western partners.

Chisinau firefighters applauded after mission in Greece

The mission in Greece has been successfully completed. After two weeks of battling the flames, 25 firefighters from the General Inspectorate for Emergencies (IGSU) returned home and were welcomed with applause and gratitude on Monday, August 17. The efforts of the Moldovan rescuers during the eight challenging missions were highly praised by the Greek authorities.

Bahmut's school cafeteria will be renovated after 37 years

Moldovans living abroad remain connected to their roots. A group of natives from the village of Bahmut in the Călărași district is planning to renovate the gymnasium canteen. This project is not the first initiative supported financially by the Bahmut diaspora, which continues to nurture a strong bond with their hometown.

Maia Sandu invites young readers to share their summer reading and visit the Presidency

Children who are passionate about reading will have the opportunity to share their experiences directly with the head of state. President Maia Sandu will welcome the most active young readers to the Presidency in early September to discuss the books that have impressed them and the stories that have touched their hearts.

36 million lei in ten months: Slow recovery of the "stolen billion"

Over a decade after the banking fraud, the recovery of the "stolen billion" is progressing slowly. As of June 30, the total amount recovered from Banca de Economii, Banca Socială, and Unibank reached 3 billion 99 million lei. This figure is 36.84 million lei higher than the amount reported in September 2025.

Former President of Gagauzia will serve eight years in prison

The Cahul Court of Appeal has reduced the sentence of Dmitri Constantinov, the former president of the People's Assembly of Gagauzia (APG), by four years. On Monday, August 17, the court sentenced him to eight years in a closed-type penitentiary, partially altering the sentence given by the Comrat Court at the end of the previous year.

Preserved vestiges of the Museum in Telenești: from peasant tools to icons

National heritage objects donated by households in Telenești district are carefully preserved at the Museum of History and Ethnography in the city. It is housed in a mansion built by the Teodosiu family, a boyar family, in the mid-19th century. The museum employees, as well as the entire community, exemplify care and respect for traditional values and for preserving the place's historical memory.

"Generations Run" united families from Nisporeni

On Sunday, the town of Nisporeni served as the Capital of Sports and Friendship for a day. Children, along with their parents and grandparents, took part in a two-kilometre marathon. The participants showcased their energy, skill, and determination to succeed, creating an atmosphere filled with emotions and cheer.