The Republic of Moldova switches to “winter time” tonight

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24 October 2026
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The Republic of Moldova is switching to “winter time” by setting the clocks back one hour on the last Sunday in October. Thus, on the night of October 24–25, 03:00 AM will become 02:00 AM, according to IPN.

According to experts, the time change can disrupt the body’s internal clock, causing insomnia, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating. In some cases, it can exacerbate chronic conditions, including cardiovascular, digestive, and mental health issues.

To make the adjustment easier, doctors recommend sticking to a regular sleep schedule, staying hydrated, eating a balanced diet, getting physical activity, and spending time in natural light. The body usually adjusts within two to three days, but the process can take up to ten days.

The switch to daylight saving time will take place on the last Sunday in March, when the clocks will be set forward from 03:00 AM to 04:00 AM.

Daylight saving time has been in effect in the Republic of Moldova for several years, in line with the practice of European Union member states.

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by Alexandru Carasec 24.10.2026

President Maia Sandu met in Budapest with her Hungarian counterpart, András Baka, and Prime Minister Péter Magyar to discuss the Republic of Moldova’s European integration. The parties emphasized the importance of European Union enlargement for the security of the entire European community and discussed the opening of the next rounds of negotiations, according to IPN.

According to the Presidency, during the bilateral meetings, the participants welcomed the opening of four negotiation clusters this year and discussed the steps needed to open the other two. They also reaffirmed that the expansion of the European Union represents an investment in the security of the entire Union.

On the economic front, Maia Sandu welcomed the presence of Hungarian companies in the Republic of Moldova and encouraged new investments. The discussions also focused on energy cooperation, including the diversification of energy sources and regional interconnection, as well as the expansion of direct flights between Chisinau and Budapest.

Another topic discussed was regional security, particularly Ukraine’s resilience and Russia’s hybrid threats, including repeated violations of the Republic of Moldova’s airspace by Russian drones and missiles.

This is President Maia Sandu’s first official visit to Hungary. The head of state is in Budapest to attend events marking the 70th anniversary of the 1956 anti-communist revolution, at the invitation of Prime Minister Péter Magyar. On Friday, she joined several foreign leaders at the solemn session of the Hungarian National Assembly and the commemoration ceremony in Kossuth Square.

24.10.2026