June 1 could be a day off. The government approved a draft law

June 1st could be included in the list of non-working public holidays, provided by the Labor Code. The government approved a draft law that provides for this change.

Program of the EPC Summit made public

The spokesperson of the Government, Daniel Vodă, made public the program of the EPC Summit which will take place on June 1 in the Republic of Moldova.

SCM issued a negative opinion on the draft external evaluation of judges and prosecutors

The Superior Council of Magistracy (SCM) did not give an opinion on the draft external evaluation of judges and prosecutors. Three members voted in favour, but four - against. So the SCM rejected the government's proposal. However, the bill can still be voted on by parliament without this opinion. There is a risk that the evaluation mechanism will be repeated under another government, was the justification given by some SCM members.

Maia Sandu welcomes EU decision to sanction those who threaten Moldova's stability and security

President Maia Sandu came with a message after the European Union announced the sanctioning of five people who threaten the stability and security of our country. Four of them are citizens of the Republic of Moldova. "These people in conflict with the law have betrayed and continue to betray the national interest, endanger the development of the Republic of Moldova and work for the Kremlin," she said.

Two high-voltage lines in the Republic of Moldova have been disconnected. The centre and south are without electricity

Due to a breakdown in the morning of today, the 400 kV Isaccea - Vulcanesti high voltage line has been disconnected due to maintenance work. The line will be reconnected by the end of the day, informs the Ministry of Energy.

Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office: criminal prosecution against Marina Tauber and the "Șor" political party completed

The criminal prosecution against Marina Tauber and the legal entity, Political Party "Șor" has been completed. According to the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (AP), at this stage the materials of the criminal case will be presented to the defendants and their lawyers, their requests and applications will be resolved, and then the criminal case will be sent to court.

Two Moldovan servicemen injured during clashes in northern Kosovo; Defence Ministry: 'They are out of danger'

Two Moldovan servicemen from the KFOR peacekeeping mission in Kosovo suffered minor injuries during clashes with protesters in the north of the country, Moldova's Defence Ministry said in a statement. According to the source, both are out of danger, as are all peacekeepers in the Moldovan contingent. The Moldovan soldiers have returned to their permanent place of deployment and are continuing their missions as mandated, the source added.

Moldova 1, among the top preferences of Moldovans

Moldova 1 is one of the most watched TV channels in Moldova. According to measurements, last week the public TV channel ranked second among viewers' preferences. Moreover, for one week, between 9:00 and 16:00, Moldova 1 was the leader in the domestic market.

Some companies deliver natural gas to consumers at half price. Authorities react

There are two parallel gas markets in Moldova: one free and one regulated by the state. The revelation was made today by Renato Usatii at a press conference. He claims that some companies with a supply licence sell gas even to domestic consumers for 11-15 lei per cubic metre, while Moldovagaz customers pay more than 29 lei per cubic metre, a tariff set last September. Prime Minister Dorin Recean wrote on Facebook that the government will intervene through the Commission for Exceptional Situations.

The BITEI slogan - "Chisinau, the ideal place for meetings!", does not lose its scope

Surprises are in store at the 13th edition of the International Festival of Performing Arts BITEI-2023! During the first three days of the event, held under the patronage of President Maia Sandu, there were theatre premieres, Flamenco dance performances, exhibitions and discussions about theatre art in the world. For the first time, spectators applauded a street performance in Chisinau and, also for the first time, a theatre group from China came to the festival.

Maia Sandu proposes the creation of a National Centre for Information Defence and Propaganda Fighting in Moldova

In the Republic of Moldova, the National Centre for Information Defence and Counter Propaganda called "Patriot" will be created. The Centre will have the task of coordinating and implementing the statute's policy in the field of information security and ensuring strategic communication in order to identify, prevent and combat disinformation at national level. The announcement was made today by Head of State Maia Sandu, who noted that a legislative initiative has been drafted for this purpose.

LIVE Information security situation of the Republic of Moldova. Maia Sandu holds a press conference

President Maia Sandu holds a briefing starting at 9:00. According to the press service of the Presidency, the head of state will talk about the information security situation of our country and the actions to combat propaganda, which will be undertaken by the authorities.