Gherasimov: The Republic of Moldova-EU intergovernmental conference could take place by the end of June

The intergovernmental conference between the Republic of Moldova and the European Union, which could take place until the end of June, will provide our country with the necessary framework for starting accession negotiations on each separate chapter, according to the Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, Cristina Gherasimov. According to her, currently there is a full openness on the part of the European countries to act in an accelerated manner in opening the next stages of the European integration of the Republic of Moldova.

The referendum and the presidential election can be held on the same day

The Constitutional Court rejected the request submitted by the Bloc of Communists and Socialists (BCS), in which it requested the verification of the constitutionality of holding the republican referendum, on the same day as the presidential or parliamentary elections. The High Court justifies its decision by the fact that the organization and simultaneous holding of several polls is a common practice in European states.

EU will continue to support the Republic of Moldova in addressing the challenges it faces as a result of Russia's aggression in Ukraine

The European Union will continue to provide all relevant support to the Republic of Moldova in addressing the challenges it faces as a result of Russia's aggression in Ukraine, and the EU leaders requested, on Thursday, that the negotiation framework be "quickly" adopted, a step forward on the road to accession to the European Union, writes news.ro.

Statement on the European integration of the Republic of Moldova was approved by the Parliament

The statement regarding the European integration of the Republic of Moldova was approved by the Parliament with the vote of 54 deputies.

Moldova's New Naming Law: Unity or Division?

The Parliament of Moldova has approved in the first reading a legislative initiative that would regulate the assignment and renaming of geographic objects located within the administrative-territorial boundaries of the Republic of Moldova.

Moldova Seeks NATO Aid to Boost Defense, Eyes EU

Moldovan Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi met with NATO Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoană in Brussels on Wednesday to discuss implementing the objectives of the Republic of Moldova-NATO Individual Partnership Action Plan (IPAP), strengthening Moldova's defence capabilities and cooperation in combating new threats to its security.

Diplomatic Crisis: Moldova Expels Russian Diplomat

The Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Chișinău, Mihai Mîțu, announced that a Russian diplomat declared persona non grata must depart Moldova within 72 hours, in accordance with the Vienna Convention.

Bloc of Communists and Socialists Lead Protest Against Postal Voting

On Wednesday, leaders and supporters of the Bloc of Communists and Socialists (BCS) convened to protest against the initiative put forth by the Action and Solidarity Party to implement postal voting.

Moldova-Israel License Deal Eases Relocation

On Wednesday, March 20, the Ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to the State of Israel, Alexandr Roitman, and the Minister of Transport and Road Safety of the State of Israel, Miri Regev, signed an intergovernmental agreement on the conversion of driver's licences.

Moldova Rehires Fired Chisinau Care Assistants

Personal assistants in the municipality of Chisinau who were previously dismissed and had their salaries cut will be rehired by the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection.

Mihai Popșoi, meeting with Josep Borell: "Republic of Moldova is more resilient in the face of security challenges thanks to EU support"

The situation in the Transnistrian region, in the context of the latest challenges, but also the fight against Russian propaganda, was discussed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mihai Popșoi, during a meeting with the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy of the European Union, Josep Borrell.

Chisinau does not allow the participation of Russian officials in the FAO Regional Conference in the Republic of Moldova

The authorities in Chisinau will not allow the participation of Russian officials in the regional conference of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) that will take place from May 14 to 17, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAE) announced in a statement.