The “Maia Sandu” option falls behind in the final stage of the Bucharest park naming poll

Donald Trump won an online poll against Maia Sandu to choose the name for the new extension of Tudor Arghezi Park in Bucharest. The winning name was announced on Monday, May 25, by the mayor of Sector 4, Daniel Băluță, in a Facebook post.

Putin’s citizenship decree draws little interest in Transnistrian region

Residents of the Transnistrian region are not rushing to apply for Russian citizenship under the simplified procedure. Only a small number of individuals were seen in front of the diplomatic mission in Chisinau, which started accepting applications on Monday, May 25, following a decree from Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Moldovan schools need 1,365 teachers; ministry raises allowances for young specialists

The Ministry of Education and Research is working to address the shortage of teaching staff by enhancing financial support for young specialists and reorganizing the school network, particularly in rural areas. Teachers specializing in subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, and the Romanian Language in foreign-language schools who choose to work in public general education institutions can now receive one-time allowances of up to 375,000 lei, which is an increase of 100,000 lei from the previous amount.

Thousands of students in Moldova test their digital skills

Today, May 25, approximately 1,500 students in grades 9 to 12 from across the country are participating in the second stage of digital skills testing. This event is organised by the Ministry of Education and Research, along with the National Agency for Curriculum and Evaluation.

Heritage sites on both banks of the Nistru will be restored with European support

Four cultural and historical heritage sites on both banks of the Nistru will be restored and enhanced with support from the European Union (EU). This initiative is funded by a project valued at 288,000 euros.

Over 19,000 places are available in children’s camps in Moldova

In the summer of 2026, there will be over 19,000 spots available at children's camps in the Republic of Moldova, which includes 27 public and 14 private camps. The Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) estimates that there will be approximately 19,631 places, although the final number may fluctuate based on the authorization and capacity of each camp.

Four new cases of Q fever confirmed in Moldova

As many as four cases of Q fever were reported in the Republic of Moldova between May 14 and 18. The diagnoses were confirmed by the National Reference Laboratory for High-Risk Infections, according to the National Public Health Agency (ANSP).

Romanian heroes honored on the left bank of the Prut at Țiganca Cemetery

Heroes are never forgotten. A memorial service took place on Thursday, May 21, in observance of Heroes' Day at the Romanian Soldiers' Cemetery in the village of Țiganca, located in the Cantemir district. Here, 1,020 soldiers who lost their lives in these areas during World War II are laid to rest.

September launch announced for Romania-US pension agreement

Moldovans who hold Romanian citizenship will have the opportunity to receive pensions calculated based on their legal work periods in the United States. The Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Friday that the Agreement on Social Security between Romania and the U.S., signed in March 2023, is set to take effect on September 1, 2026.

School network reform needed amid falling student population

In the Republic of Moldova, the place of birth significantly influences a person's educational and professional opportunities. Education and Research Minister Dan Perciun highlights that the increasing disparities between rural and urban schools are prompting authorities to expedite the reorganization of the school network. The official estimates that around 100 educational institutions will be restructured this year to concentrate resources on larger and better-equipped schools.

Food products deemed hazardous seized by ANSA at border

Multiple batches of agri-food products imported into the Republic of Moldova have been removed from the market or destroyed. This action followed inspections by the National Food Safety Agency, which found instances of pesticide levels exceeding permitted limits and other non-conformities that could pose risks to consumer health.

Dan Perciun: More measures planned to support teachers

Education Minister Dan Perciun has announced that teachers will receive salary increases that are significantly higher than the rate of inflation starting in September. He stated that these new raises are included in the salary law prepared by the authorities. The exact figures will be disclosed soon by the Ministry of Finance.