Chișinău Airport named in honor of maestro Eugen Doga

Chișinău International Airport will bear the name of the great composer Eugen Doga

The Government of the Republic of Moldova has officially approved the renaming of Chișinău International Airport to Eugen Doga International Airport, in memory of the master of Moldovan and Romanian music. The decision, made at the July 16 meeting, is a tribute to a personality who profoundly influenced culture and national identity.

The Minister of Infrastructure and Regional Development, Vladimir Bolea, stated that this change symbolizes the entire country's gratitude to Eugen Doga, a creator who united generations and communities through his unmistakable music. Thus, the airport becomes a cultural gateway for the Republic of Moldova.

Master Eugen Doga passed away on June 3, 2025, and his funeral was marked by an emotional ceremony at the “Nicolae Sulac” National Palace, attended by hundreds from the country’s cultural and political society. Although President Maia Sandu and Speaker Igor Grosu were not present, several officials and artists expressed their condolences.

The Ministry of Culture issued a solemn farewell message, and Maia Sandu announced the funeral day as a national day of mourning. At the same time, a minor communication error drew attention when the title of a famous Doga waltz was incorrectly translated into Russian in an official statement, a situation quickly corrected.

Artists and public figures sent messages of condolence, emphasizing the importance of Eugen Doga’s work for Moldovan and international music and culture.

Through this decision, the Republic of Moldova keeps alive the memory of a music legend, and Chișinău International Airport becomes a symbol of the cultural heritage built by the master.