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    Social representations of assisted reproductive medicine among the population of the Republic of Moldova
    (Prague University of Economics and Business, 2025) Chistruga-Sînchevici, Inga; Crismaru, Mariana
    The article examines the complexity of public perceptions and attitudes toward assisted reproductive technologies (ART) in contemporary society, based on a quantitative sociological study conducted in September 2025 on a sample of 375 respondents. The study provides an empirically grounded perspective on how social representations and levels of knowledge shape the acceptance or rejection of these technologies. The calculation of the Index of Dominant Opinion (IDO) for different categories of respondents represents a valuable sociological tool for quantifying the degree of acceptance or resistance toward ART. This index provides a precise measure of the dominance of positive opinions over negative and neutral ones, thereby reflecting the extent of social consensus regarding the topic. Overall, the study reveals a relatively high level of acceptance of assisted reproductive technologies, though perceptions and levels of knowledge vary across sociodemographic, cultural, and experiential factors. These findings underscore the need for well-designed policies and educational campaigns aimed at informing the public and addressing ethical and social concerns, with the ultimate goal of facilitating equitable and responsible access to assisted reproductive technologies.
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    Comparative insights of fertility transition in Romania and Moldova
    (Prague University of Economics and Business, 2025) Grigoras, Ecaterina; Gagauz, Olga; Popescu, Raluca
    This study examines the fertility transition in Romania and the Republic of Moldova, two Eastern European countries with shared cultural roots but divergent post-1990 trajectories. Using the postponement–recuperation framework (Frejka et al.), it examines the timing and intensity of childbearing, assessing the extent of fertility postponement and recuperation across completed cohorts using vital statistics (1971–2023). Both countries experienced a sharp fertility decline in the late 1980s-1990s, marking the onset of the transition. Romania reached a TFR of 1.22 (2001), and Moldova reached 1.44 (2002). Romania progressed more rapidly, showing a stronger recovery in births at older ages, while Moldova remains at an intermediate stage. Despite persistent adherence to the two-child norm, childbearing has shifted to later ages, first births around 30, second by 35. Cohort fertility stabilized at 1.8-1.9 children per woman, indicating partial recuperation. In Moldova, the 1985 cohort recovered 59% of postponed first births and 71% of second births by age 44, whereas Romania showed higher recuperation, particularly for higher-order births. Overall, both countries exemplify distinct variants of the post-socialist fertility transition, converging toward delayed parenthood but differing in pace and outcomes, underscoring the need for policies supporting the realization of fertility intentions.
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    Population ageing impact on health expenditure: evidence from Moldova
    (Prague University of Economics and Business, 2025) Gagauz, Olga; Buciuceanu-Vrabie, Mariana
    Population ageing is a major demographic trend reshaping healthcare systems in Eastern Europe, including Moldova. The increasing number of older adults is likely to put more pressure on health spending, especially given limited public resources and a high proportion of out-of-pocket costs. This study aims to evaluate the potential impact of population ageing on health expenditure in Moldova up to 2040. The analysis combines National Transfer Accounts (NTA) for 2023, which provide age-specific per capita public transfers for health, with demographic projections 2023–2040. The methodology applies baseline age profiles of health spending to projected population structures and examines alternative scenarios of per capita expenditure growth. The results suggest that by 2040, the number of people aged 65 and above will grow substantially, while the proportion of those aged 80 and above will nearly double. As a result, total public health expenditures for older adults are expected to increase significantly, with their share of overall health spending rising from the current level to over one-third by 2040. The results highlight the urgent need to bolster policies on healthy ageing, long-term care, and financial protection in health to ensure sustainability and fairness in access to medical services in an ageing society.
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    Exploring the education and labour market ecosystem across regions in the Republic of Moldova
    (Prague University of Economics and Business, 2025) Sirbu, Elena; Ungur, Cristina
    The alignment between education, vocational training, and the labour market is fundamental to the Republic of Moldova’s socioeconomic development. Accelerated demographic transformations and significant out-migration are reshaping both the supply of skills and the demand for labour, while regional disparities amplify these challenges. The present paper examines the education-labour market nexus across Moldova’s regions, with a focus on regional diversity in employment and sectoral profiles that shape human capital development and vocational training provision. Using data from national statistical sources, the study applies a descriptive-comparative approach to examine the interaction between education and the labour market. The analysis reveals important imbalances among regions: the capital demonstrates higher employment levels and wage opportunities, while regions struggle with lower employment, higher vulnerability, and uneven access to vocational and technical education. The findings suggest that bridging the gap between educational outputs and labour market requirements demands strengthening regional labour market matching and supporting diversification of peripheral economies to address the self-reinforcing cycle of disparities.
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    Parcursul economic al Republicii Moldova în cei 35 de ani de independență: transformări, crize și progrese
    (INCE, 2026) Stratan, Alexandru; Timus, Angela; Popa, Viorica; Lucasenco, Eugenia; Ceban, Alexandru; Iatisin, Tatiana; Bordian, Elena