WEEKLY REVIEW // Gas crisis, resignation of Iohannis, railway workers' protests and new tensions in the judiciary
Villages of Varnița and Copanca can receive electricity through the network on the right bank of the Nistru
The villages of Varnița and Copanca can use electricity delivered through the power grid on the right bank of the Nistru. The constructed power grids are fully functional. The conditions of their use are to be coordinated with the power grid operator serving the two villages and approved by the authorities. Residents of the villages share different opinions. While some say they do not want to connect to the new networks, others claim that they would like the two banks to join.
Virginia Pîntea
Sergiu Mocanu's plane made a forced landing in Hâncești
A small plane made an emergency landing in a field near the city of Hincesti. The Civil Aeronautics Authority announced that it was informed by phone about the incident and that, following standard procedures, the Transport Accidents and Incidents Investigation Bureau will launch an investigation. The plane's pilot Sergiu Mocanu told Moldova 1 that he lost traction and had to make an emergency landing in a field.
The Republic of Moldova significantly expands its apple exports to international markets
After a long period when Moldovan apples were exported only to the CIS countries, in the last two years the Republic of Moldova has delivered apples to over 30 world countries. Last year, apple exports increased by 12 percent compared to 2023, and deliveries to the EU increased by 87%. Moldova is the second export destination, according to data from the Moldova Fruct Association. Also, the Indian market, which has a great potential of over 1.4 billion consumers, was opened in February.
Activity of meteorologists from the State Hydrometeorological Service between responsibility and difficulties
Meteorology is a field full of responsibilities and challenges, where specialists from the State Hydrometeorological Service of the Republic of Moldova face the challenge of providing accurate forecasts every day. Although their forecasts have a high degree of accuracy, outdated equipment and low salaries represent significant obstacles.
Valeria Tăbîrță
A new poplar forest in Pîrîta, Dubăsari: 10 thousand saplings were planted from citizens' donations
Over 10,000 poplars were planted in the village of Pîrîta, Dubăsari district, as part of the national afforestation campaign "Forest Generation". According to the Ministry of Environment, the action was made possible thanks to the "Donate for a Greener Future" initiative, through which people contributed to collecting the funds necessary to purchase the seedlings.
Daniela Savin
Over 6,800 cardiovascular surgeries were state-funded last year
Over 6,800 people benefited from cardiovascular surgeries last year, which were financially covered by the mandatory health insurance funds. According to the National Health Insurance Company (CNAM), over 417 million lei were directed from the mandatory health insurance funds for this purpose.
Road crossing the localities of Zaim and Sălcuța is renovated
The road crossing the Zaim and Sălcuța localities in Căușeni district is being repaired. This segment of road has not been rehabilitated for more than three decades. It is said to have deteriorated due to the traffic of heavy vehicles. Locals are waiting for the works to be completed soon so that they will no longer have to repair their cars.
Maria Brînca
Comrat: Ukrainian refugee children can study online in schools in Ukraine
Ukrainian students, who have taken refuge in our country, study in their educational institutions thanks to EDUTechLab, opened in the "Dmitri Mavrodi" Lyceum in Comrat. The center hosts 45 students from abroad, 34 of whom are from Ukraine.
Ecaterina Terzi
Comrat residents unite for cleanup and tree planting event
Dozens of residents from Comrat took part in the environmental campaign "Let’s Make Our City More Beautiful." They collected waste near the Ialpug River and planted around 200 trees. The event was organized by the Municipality of Comrat and GIZ Moldova.
Study in Moldova: Boost university enrollment
The national campaign promoting university studies, "Study in Moldova," arrived in Soroca. Over a thousand young people from northern Moldova gathered in the square near the fortress.
Rodica Mazur
Poetry builds bridges: Alba Iulia's literary celebration
The beauty and power of authentic poetry resonated across university halls, high schools, schools, libraries, and museums.
Silvia Dorogan
NBM educates students on financial stability
Students of the "Aristotel" Republican Theoretical High School were given a challenge by the Governor of the National Bank of Moldova (NBM), Anca Dragu.
Lucia Vieru