Moldovan President Maia Sandu responds to Russian Foreign Ministry's accusations

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has said that the relationship between Moldova and Russia has suffered dramatically since Russia invaded Ukraine.

Smart metres, the solution for lower electricity costs

Smart metres can be the solution to better control energy consumption. That's according to a company in our country that makes these devices. However, they point out that demand is not high on the domestic market due to lack of interest. But the authorities assure that in the next few years most citizens will have these devices for efficient electricity consumption.

A new US-funded project in Moldova: $6 million for the implementation of the justice reform and anti-corruption project

The United States Agency for International Development is providing the Republic of Moldova with six million dollars to implement the Justice Reform and Anti-Corruption Project. The project involves standards of excellence for anti-corruption institutions, support for the Ministry of Justice in reforms already underway, and the creation of a mini secretariat. This continues the partnership with the Government in Chisinau to create resilient institutions that apply the law fairly and justly.

"In Context" // Sergiu Caraman: Most judges are willing to pass the external evaluation

The President of the Superior Council of Magistracy, Sergiu Caraman told the programme "In Context" that most judges are willing to pass the external evaluation. However, the success of the reform depends on those who are undecided who can tip the balance. The fact that the SJC will have the final say in the evaluation process plays an important role.

Eurovision Song Contest 2023 // Who will perform on stage in Liverpool during the voting break

The Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 will be opened by Eurovision Song Contest 2022 winners Kalush Orchestra. During the Parade of Flags, the 26 finalists will be joined by Ukrainian artists Jamala, Tina Karol, the band Go_A and Verka Serduchka.

Eurovision Song Contest 2023 // Grand Final, live on Moldova 1

Today, we find out who the winner of Europe's biggest music contest - Eurovision Song Contest 2023 - is. The Grand Final will take place in the evening and will be broadcast live on public broadcasters Moldova1 and Radio Moldova from 22:00. The representative of the Republic of Moldova, Pasha Parfeni, will take to the stage in Liverpool with the song "Sun and Moon". In total, performers and bands from 26 countries are taking part in the competition.

Moldova's delegation to Eurovision Song Contest 2023 leaves for Liverpool

The representative of the Republic of Moldova at the Eurovision Song Contest 2023, Pasha Parfeni, is going to Liverpool (United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland), where the big musical competition will take place.

Eurovision Song Contest 2023 // Pasha Parfeni gave a concert in Israel: Tel Aviv, we loved being part of this unforgettable experience

The song "Sun and Moon" sounded at the fifth edition of Israel Calling, where Pasha Parfeni managed to conquer the audience with his energy.

Eurovision Song Contest 2023 // Pasha Parfeni performed in Warsaw: "We felt blessed to sing for you!"

Pasha Parfeni performed his second pre-Eurovision concert in Poland's capital Warsaw.

"RESTART": the authorities have launched the reform of the social assistance system

The authorities are announcing a wide-ranging reform of the entire welfare system. Minister Alexei Buzu said the system had been through three major crises: the COVID-19 pandemic, the refugee crisis and the energy crisis. As a result, the number of people in need of assistance has increased and the system is not effective in fighting poverty. Interventions by the welfare system reduce poverty by only 5%, and statistics show that every fourth child in the country is in poverty.

Eurovision Song Contest 2023 // Pasha Parfeni to perform 10th on stage in Liverpool

The organisers of Eurovision Song Contest 2023 have established the order of the contestants' performances. Thus, the representative of the Republic of Moldova, Pasha Parfeni, will take the stage 10th with the song "Sun and Moon", followed by five other participants.

The government's DOR programme is back in a new edition

The State Chancellery's Diaspora Relations Office has launched applications for participation in the DOR Diaspora Government Programme Origins Returns. This year, the 11th edition will take place from August 8 to 17, 2023, with the participation of 100 children and young people - 80 from the diaspora and 20 from the Republic of Moldova.