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23 US Peace Corps Volunteers Sworn In in Moldova
Worldnewsmaker-md9d ago

23 US Peace Corps Volunteers Sworn In in Moldova

Twenty-three American Peace Corps volunteers have taken an oath in Chisinau, Moldova, committing to two years of service in rural schools, youth centers, or local development projects, leaving behind their lives in the US.

Water Shortage Crisis in Gagauzia, Moldova
Worldnewsmaker-md10d ago

Water Shortage Crisis in Gagauzia, Moldova

Gagauzia, Moldova, is experiencing a severe water shortage, a recurring issue each summer, while Europe faces one of its strongest droughts and discussions about water conservation are just beginning in Chisinau.

Moldova to Introduce Taxes on Transnistrian Companies
Businessnewsmaker-md10d ago

Moldova to Introduce Taxes on Transnistrian Companies

Chisinau plans to gradually implement taxes for businesses from Transnistria, starting September 1, with VAT and excise duties on 12 categories of goods, including caviar and alcohol, and potentially expanding to more categories by 2027.

Traffic suspended on certain streets in Chisinau
Worldzdg-md10d ago

Traffic suspended on certain streets in Chisinau

Road traffic will be temporarily partially suspended on Cuza-Vodă boulevard, between Grenoble and Independenței streets, and on Burebista street, between Sarmizegetusa street and Muncești road, as announced by the City Hall.

Military Parade Rehearsal in Chisinau, Moldova
Worldnewsmaker-md16d ago

Military Parade Rehearsal in Chisinau, Moldova

Service members of the National Army, along with representatives from other participating structures, will conduct a joint rehearsal on August 11 for a military parade celebrating Moldova's 35th anniversary of independence.

Bomb Threat at Buiucani Court in Chisinau Proves False
Worldnewsmaker-md18d ago

Bomb Threat at Buiucani Court in Chisinau Proves False

Police in Chisinau cordoned off the Buiucani court building on August 5 due to a bomb threat, with firefighters also responding. Authorities later confirmed that a search of the building and surrounding area found nothing suspicious, and the threat was false.

Moldovan Opposition Protests Gas Tariff Hike in Chisinau
Worldnewsmaker-md26d ago

Moldovan Opposition Protests Gas Tariff Hike in Chisinau

Parliamentary and extra-parliamentary opposition groups in Moldova protested in front of the parliament building in Chisinau against Energocom's demand for a natural gas tariff increase. Protesters warned that failure to stop the hike now would lead to further increases in the autumn.

Air Pollution Exceeds Limits in Moldovan Cities
Healthnewsmaker-md1mo ago

Air Pollution Exceeds Limits in Moldovan Cities

Despite weather conditions not favoring intense accumulation of pollutants, specialists in Balti and Chisinau, Moldova, recorded periods where air pollution levels exceeded permissible sanitary norms.

Vasile Tofan Government Sworn In Amidst Regional Tensions
Politicsnewsmaker-mdzdg-md1mo ago2 sources

Vasile Tofan Government Sworn In Amidst Regional Tensions

The new Moldovan government, led by Prime Minister Vasile Tofan, has been sworn into office at the Presidency. This event occurs amidst heightened regional tensions, including claims of unilateral pressure from Chisinau by Tiraspol and the summoning of Moldova's ambassador in Moscow.

Chisinau Officials Dispute Over Water Supply Issues
Worldnewsmaker-md1mo ago

Chisinau Officials Dispute Over Water Supply Issues

Acting Environment Minister Gheorghe Hâjder and Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban have publicly debated the city's water supply problems, with Hâjder attributing potential disruptions to a pump issue at Apă-Canal rather than the Dniester River's water level.

German Ambassador to Chisinau Accused of Denying Moldovan Romanian Identity
Worlddigi24hotnews1mo ago2 sources

German Ambassador to Chisinau Accused of Denying Moldovan Romanian Identity

The German Ambassador to Chisinau, Hubert Knirsch, has faced controversy and criticism for statements perceived as denying the Romanian identity of Bessarabia and Moldovans. Romanian politician Rareș Bogdan reacted to these declarations, asserting that Romanians reside on both banks of the Prut River.

Moldova Faces Gas Tariff Hike and Supply Issues
Businessnewsmaker-md9d ago

Moldova Faces Gas Tariff Hike and Supply Issues

Moldova is preparing for a 40% increase in gas tariffs, with thousands in Chisinau facing gas cut-offs and Gagauzia experiencing water shortages, amidst discussions of resilience by President Sandu.

Chisinau to Construct Paid Parking Lots Near Moldexpo
Businessnewsmaker-md10d ago

Chisinau to Construct Paid Parking Lots Near Moldexpo

Two paid parking lots with approximately 150 spaces will be built near Moldexpo in Chisinau, with construction starting next week and expected to last two months. The first lot, with 70 spaces, will open by the end of September, with a tariff not exceeding 40 lei per hour.

Moldova's Taraclia District to Be Transformed into Municipality
Politicsnewsmaker-md12d ago

Moldova's Taraclia District to Be Transformed into Municipality

As part of an administrative-territorial reform, Moldova's Taraclia district will be transformed into a municipality, adopting an administrative structure similar to Chisinau and Balti. This was discussed with Bulgarian colleagues, according to government secretary Alexei Buzu.

Moldova Faces Energy Crisis and Potential Power Outages
Worldnewsmaker-md17d ago

Moldova Faces Energy Crisis and Potential Power Outages

Moldova is grappling with an energy crisis, with authorities not ruling out planned power outages due to potential lack of emergency electricity supplies from Ukraine. The prime minister also criticized the bright lighting in the capital, Chisinau.

Chisinau Faces Water and Energy Crisis Amid Dniester Drought
WorldThe Independentnewsmaker-md18d ago2 sources

Chisinau Faces Water and Energy Crisis Amid Dniester Drought

Chisinau is grappling with a water and energy crisis, urging Tiraspol not to reduce water discharge from the Dubossary reservoir due to regional drought, which could leave the capital without water. Tiraspol has not yet responded to the appeal, exacerbating the energy crisis.

Moldovan Official Condemns Taliban Visit as Unacceptable Error
Worldnewsmaker-md20d ago

Moldovan Official Condemns Taliban Visit as Unacceptable Error

Moldova's Secretary General of Government, Alexei Buzu, described the recent visit of a Taliban delegation to Chisinau as an unacceptable mistake. He emphasized that Moldovan authorities should not permit entry to representatives of regimes that grossly violate human rights, particularly women's rights.

Moldova Investigates Unauthorized Taliban Delegation Visit
Politicsdigi24newsmaker-md20d ago2 sources

Moldova Investigates Unauthorized Taliban Delegation Visit

Moldovan authorities have launched an investigation to determine who invited and granted visas to a Taliban delegation that visited Chisinau. The government is examining how the invitations and visas were issued for the unauthorized visit.

Chisinau Prepares for Water Supply Crisis
Worldnewsmaker-md21d ago

Chisinau Prepares for Water Supply Crisis

The Chisinau City Hall has prepared necessary equipment to ensure the city's water supply. Mayor Ion Ceban also discussed ongoing work at a water intake station designed to help in a critical situation, should water discharges decrease significantly.

Dr. Serebrova Clinic Declared Insolvent After Client's Death
Businessnewsmaker-md26d ago

Dr. Serebrova Clinic Declared Insolvent After Client's Death

A Chisinau court declared Dr. Serebrova Clinic SRL, owned by Irina Borodkina, insolvent and initiated simplified bankruptcy proceedings for liquidation, following the death of a client in January 2025; criminal prosecution against Borodkina has been suspended.

Moldova and Ukraine Agree to Maintain Dniester Water Level
Worldzdg-md1mo ago

Moldova and Ukraine Agree to Maintain Dniester Water Level

Moldova and Ukraine have reached an agreement to maintain the current water level of the Dniester River until the end of July. This decision was made despite reduced water levels in the Novodnestrovsk reservoir, aiming to prevent Chisinau from facing water shortages.

Five-Car Pile-Up in Chisinau Leaves Two Hospitalized
Worldnewsmaker-md10d ago

Five-Car Pile-Up in Chisinau Leaves Two Hospitalized

A chain-reaction traffic accident involving five vehicles occurred on the Viaduct in Chisinau, Moldova, resulting in one car overturning. The incident, which took place near Shopping MallDova, led to two people being hospitalized.

Moldova's Ambassador to Moscow Recalled to Chisinau
Worldnewsmaker-md13d ago

Moldova's Ambassador to Moscow Recalled to Chisinau

Moldova's Ambassador to Moscow has been recalled to Chisinau, amidst calls from officials like Tofan for a tougher stance. Other news includes decreasing fuel and food prices, a 30,000 euro arrest for prisoner release, and carrier protests.

Moldova Warns Against Privatization in Transnistria
Politicsnewsmaker-md18d ago

Moldova Warns Against Privatization in Transnistria

Moldova's Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, Valeriu Chiveri, warned that Chisinau does not recognize the legitimacy of announced privatization in Transnistria, risking potential buyers losing their investments.

Moldovan Health Ministry Investigates Neurology Institute After Scandal
Politicsnewsmaker-md18d ago

Moldovan Health Ministry Investigates Neurology Institute After Scandal

Following a scandal involving the head of the hospital, Moldova's Ministry of Health conducted an additional comprehensive inspection of the Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery in Chisinau, revealing administrative, financial, and organizational vulnerabilities that accumulated over time. The National Anti-Corruption Center (NAC) was also involved.

Chisinau Water and Sewerage Tariffs Approved by ANRE
Worldnewsmaker-mdzdg-md20d ago2 sources

Chisinau Water and Sewerage Tariffs Approved by ANRE

Moldova's National Agency for Energy Regulation (ANRE) has approved new tariffs for water supply and sewerage services provided by 'Apă-Canal Chișinău.' This decision will result in a 1 leu increase in water prices in Chisinau.

Taliban Delegation Visits Moldova Amidst Diplomatic Ambiguity
Worldnewsmaker-md20d ago

Taliban Delegation Visits Moldova Amidst Diplomatic Ambiguity

A delegation from the Taliban has arrived in Moldova, with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stating no official meetings will take place. However, Kabul has reported on cooperation with Chisinau, and Moldova's Secretary of Agriculture noted accommodating Moldovan companies.

Moldovan Officials Clash Over Dniester River Water Supply
Politicsnewsmaker-md21d ago

Moldovan Officials Clash Over Dniester River Water Supply

A new verbal dispute has erupted between Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban and Environment Minister Gheorghe Hadjder concerning the Dniester River and the capital's water supply, with Tofan intervening to emphasize the importance of citizen water provision.

Transnistrian official refuses to attend talks in Chisinau
Politicsnewsmaker-md1mo ago

Transnistrian official refuses to attend talks in Chisinau

Vitaly Ignatiev, the head of Transnistria's foreign policy department, refused to travel to Chisinau for a new '1+1' format meeting, citing security concerns, which Moldova's Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, Valeriu Chiveri, dismissed as false.

Chisinau Mayor Knew of Veștea's PM Nomination Before PNL Leaders
Politicsdigi24hotnewszdg-md1mo ago3 sources

Chisinau Mayor Knew of Veștea's PM Nomination Before PNL Leaders

Ion Ceban, the mayor of Chisinau, responded to claims that he was aware of Adrian Veștea's nomination for Prime Minister of Romania before leaders of the National Liberal Party (PNL). Reports suggest PNL leaders learned about the nomination from television.

Tofan Announces New Moldovan Government Cabinet
Worldnewsmaker-md1mo ago

Tofan Announces New Moldovan Government Cabinet

Tofan has revealed the composition of a new government cabinet for Moldova, dubbed the "Dream Team." This announcement comes amidst discussions about NATO and EU assistance for Moldova's air defense and potential water supply issues in Chisinau.

Transnistria and OSCE Discuss Tiraspol-Chisinau Interaction
Worldnewsmaker-md1mo ago

Transnistria and OSCE Discuss Tiraspol-Chisinau Interaction

Vitaly Ignatiev, head of Transnistria's foreign policy department, met with OSCE Special Representative Thomas Lenk on July 15 to discuss cooperation between Tiraspol and Chisinau. The meeting focused on various aspects of their interaction.

Chisinau Implements Traffic Restrictions for Road Repairs
Worldnewsmaker-md1mo ago

Chisinau Implements Traffic Restrictions for Road Repairs

Starting July 13th, temporary traffic restrictions will be introduced on several streets in Chisinau, Moldova, due to ongoing road repair works. The city mayor's office announced that movement will be partially restricted on certain streets until August 3rd.