Call center scam case // Three more people arrested for 30 days

Three other individuals were arrested in connection with the call center scam case. According to the PCCOCS, they will be investigated while under house arrest and monitored with electronic bracelets. This court ruling, requested by prosecutors, follows the preventive arrest of nine others on Friday, who will be held for 20 and 30 days.

Tragedy in the German city of Magdeburg // Two people died, over 60 injured. Maia Sandu: We firmly condemn violence in all forms

Two people, including a child, died and at least 60 others were injured after a man drove his car into a crowd at the Christmas Market in the German city of Magdeburg, located in the center of the country. The official toll is not final, with German media reporting that several people lost their lives. The man who drove his car into the crowd was detained and was questioned overnight. He is a Saudi Arabian doctor. The motive for the attack is still unclear, but authorities say it was a suspicious attack.

Winter Solstice 2024. Astronomical winter starts today

Today, December 21, is expected to be the shortest day of 2022, and the night around December 22 – the longest. Astronomical winter begins, related to the movement of the Earth around the Sun.

Republic of Moldova to increase pensions and social benefits in 2025

Pensions and other social benefits are projected to be indexed by 6.1% starting April 1, 2025. Moreover, beginning May 1, 2025, the minimum pension for those reaching retirement age will be raised to 3,300 lei (~170 euro) for individuals with a full 40-year contribution period.

US grants the Republic of Moldova $80 million to improve transport infrastructure and trade with Ukraine

The United States will provide our country with $80 million in non-repayable financial assistance, which will be used to improve transport infrastructure and boost trade with Ukraine. Priority projects include the construction of expanded truck parking areas at Moldova’s borders to facilitate the management of border traffic.

Public procurement fraud case // Six people placed in solitary confinement for 30 days

The seven people detained by the CNA in several cases regarding public procurement fraud were placed in solitary confinement. Thus, the head of the General Directorate for Urban Mobility of the Chisinau Municipal Council (DGMU), Vitalie Mihalache, his deputy and four representatives of economic agents were placed in solitary confinement for 30 days, and one of them was placed under house arrest. The decision was made by the Chisinau Court based in Ciocana.

International Olympiad medalists awarded at 2024 Olympiad Gala

This year, the Olympiad Gala awarded students who achieved top places in international competitions and Olympiads. The event honoured the performances of 39 students and 42 teachers. The gala, organized by the Ministry of Education, brought together teachers, members of the republican Olympic councils, and leaders from European, Balkan, and international Olympiads.

Vacancy announced for director of the Center for Strategic Communication and Combating Disinformation. Maia Sandu signs the Decree

A five-member commission will organize the competition for the position of director of the Center for Strategic Communication and Combating Disinformation. A decree to this effect was signed by President Maia Sandu on December 16. This commission includes journalists, representatives of civil society, deputies and representatives of the Office of the President of the Republic of Moldova.

Moldovan citizens with health insurance to benefit from European Health Insurance Cards

Moldovan citizens who own health insurance will soon benefit from European Health Insurance Cards, which they can use in all EU countries. The National Health Insurance Company has announced that the concept for this initiative will be developed in 2025. These European Health Insurance Cards will become valid once the Republic of Moldova joins the European Union.

Czech Republic contributes financially to the “Ajutor la contor” program in the Republic of Moldova

The Czech government will contribute 10 million Czech crowns to the government program “Ajutor la contor” in our country, which is about 400 thousand euros. The decision was handed over during the meeting between the Minister of Labor and Social Protection, Alexei Buzu, and the Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Chisinau, Jaromír Plíšek.

Moldova's September salary trends: What you need to know

In September, the average gross monthly salary in public institutions and companies with four or more employees was approximately 13,500 lei, according to recent data provided by the National Institute of Statistics. Three out of four employees earned more than seven thousand lei.

Heavy traffic at the Palanca-Maiaki-Udobnoe border crossing point

The Border Police informs that the entry route into the Republic of Moldova is congested. In response, the border authorities are operating at maximum capacity to manage traffic and reduce waiting times.