Chisinau Mayor Addresses Asphalt Issue, Blames Illegally Parked Cars

Chisinau Street Repairs Delayed Due to Illegally Parked Cars: Mayor Ceban Explains. On June 3, 2025, reports surfaced online showing incomplete asphalt work on Hristo Botev Street in Chisinau, Moldova. Mayor Ion Ceban addressed the issue, stating, "This is the first stage, where the leveling layer is laid. In a few days, the next layer will be added." He visited the site and confirmed that the incomplete work was due to vehicles parked illegally despite traffic restrictions put in place for the road repairs. Municipality representatives appealed to drivers to park responsibly to avoid hindering such projects. Ceban assures residents that the road will be fully repaired within several weeks. The incident highlights the challenges faced in urban renewal projects due to a lack of public cooperation.