First reading vote: "Moldovan language" to be replaced by "Romanian language"

The phrase "Romanian language" is to replace "Moldovan language" throughout the legislation of the Republic of Moldova. The terms "official language", "state language" and "mother tongue" will also be replaced. A draft providing for this was voted in first reading at today's plenary session.

The Parliament passed the declaration on the Russian Federation's aggression against Ukraine

The declaration on the Russian Federation's aggression against Ukraine has been voted on by the legislature. Thus, the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova condemns the brutality of the war of aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine. BCS members of the parliamentary faction left the meeting room, being dissatisfied with the examination of this draft. Moreover, they proposed that a joint declaration be drafted and voted on by the whole Parliament. PAS refused to support the BCS initiative.

Prime Minister Dorin Recean meets European Commissioner Didier Reynders: "We are committed to building an honest justice system"

The consolidation of the rule of law and the continuation of justice reforms were discussed today, 2 March, by Prime Minister Dorin Recean and European Commissioner for Justice Didier Reynders, who was on an official visit to Moldova. At the meeting, PM Dorin Recean stated that the authorities were determined to build an honest justice system, as the reform of the justice system and the fight against corruption were important aspects of Moldova's path to EU membership.

Commander of the US National Cyber Mission Force expected in Moldova

The Commander of the US National Cyber Mission Force, William J. Hartman, is expected in Chisinau this week. The announcement was made by the US Embassy in Moldova.

PM Dorin Recean met with Romanian President Klaus Iohannis in Bucharest. What they discussed

The Romanian government will strongly support Moldova's European agenda, the reconstruction of the economy, the implementation of reforms and the strengthening of our country's security. Prime Minister Dorin Recean's interest in pursuing joint projects for the benefit of the citizens of both countries was reiterated during his meeting with Romanian President Klaus Iohannis.

Nicolae Ciucă, to Dorin Recean: Romania will continue to support the Republic of Moldova in overcoming the crises and the hybrid pressure it is under

Romania will keep supporting the Republic of Moldova on the path to European integration, but also in its efforts to overcome the many crises it is facing, Romanian Prime Minister Nicolae Ciucă said. The official reaffirmed today in Bucharest, during a conference held jointly with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Moldova, Dorin Recean, Romania's support for Moldova in all areas, noting that the door of the Romanian Government remains always open to the new executive of the Republic of Moldova.

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Moldovan Prime Minister Dorin Recean and Romanian Prime Minister Nicolae-Ionel Ciucă hold a press conference.

Prime Minister Dorin Recean welcomed with military honours in Bucharest

The Prime Minister of the Republic of Moldova, Dorin Recean, arrived in Bucharest. The head of the Cabinet of Ministers was welcomed with military honours at the Victoria Palace by his Romanian counterpart, Nicolae Ciucă.

Dorin Recean travels to Romania today on his first visit abroad in his capacity as Prime Minister

The Prime Minister of the Republic of Moldova, Dorin Recean, is expected in Romania today, 1 March. This is his first visit abroad as Prime Minister. In Bucharest, the head of the Moldovan government will meet Romanian President Klaus Iohannis, his Romanian counterpart Nicolae Ciucă, as well as have bilateral meetings with the interim President of the Senate, Alina Gorghiu, and the President of the Romanian Chamber of Deputies, Marcel Ciolacu.

US official: the US supports the reforms initiated by the Moldovan authorities

US support for the reform agenda, initiated by the Executive in the process of European integration, as well as ways to strengthen the Moldovan-American relationship, have been discussed during the telephone conversation of Prime Minister Dorin Recean with Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs Karen Donfried.

The priorities of the Republic of Moldova in cooperation with NATO, discussed in Chisinau

The priority subjects from the Republic of Moldova - NATO cooperation agenda were discussed, in Chisinau, by the State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ruslan Bolbocean, and the head of the NATO Liaison Office in the Republic of Moldova, Michaela Šimáková. The officials emphasized the parties' interest in continuing the political dialogue and implementing practical programs in the mutually agreed areas.

The President of Greece, Katerina Sakellaropoulou, expected in Chisinau

The President of Greece, Katerina Sakellaropoulou, is coming on an official visit to the Republic of Moldova, the presidential institution announces. According to the quoted source, the leader from Athens will have meetings with the country's leadership in Chisinau.