OSCE Acting Chairperson in Chisinau: We will identify concrete steps to settle the Transnistrian conflict

The only way to resolve the Transnistrian conflict is only peaceful, complex and lasting in all its aspects. The declaration was made by the OSCE acting chairperson, Ian Borg, during a press conference held together with the deputy prime minister, Mihai Popșoi. In this sense, Ian Borg mentioned that the activity of the OSCE mission will focus on identifying concrete steps to strengthen trust and constructive dialogue between the parties, so that the conflict resolution process can advance at all levels.

IMF chief sees inflation dropping further in 2024, not yet fully defeated

IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva on Thursday said higher U.S. interest rates were not great news for the rest of the world and could become a worry if they continued for a long time, but she thought the U.S. Federal Reserve was acting prudently, Reuters reports.

Governor announces mandatory evacuation from 3 Kharkiv Oblast districts

A mandatory evacuation order for families with children has been expanded to 47 more front-line settlements in Kharkiv Oblast, Governor Oleh Syniehubov announced on April 11, The Kyiv Independent reports.

EU has allocated 2 million euros for the reform of the key institutions that regulate the labor market in the Republic of Moldova

The European Union supports a more inclusive labor market in the Republic of Moldova. In this regard, a project was launched in Chisinau which involves ensuring access to diverse and attractive employment opportunities. One of the objectives of the project is to increase the performance of the National Employment Agency.

Ukraine's parliament passes controversial law to boost conscripts, fill army ranks

Ukraine’s parliament passed a law on Thursday that will govern how the country recruits new conscripts, following months of delay and after thousands of amendments were submitted to water down the initial draft, AP reports.

The Republic of Moldova and the Kingdom of the Netherlands will strengthen their defense cooperation

The Netherlands will provide financial support worth four million euros to increase the resilience of the state institutions of the Republic of Moldova. This was announced by the Minister of Defense of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Kajsa Ollongren, who is on a visit to our country. During a meeting with the Minister of Defense in Chisinau, the two officials signed a bilateral agreement that will strengthen the partnership between the two countries in the military field.

Russian attacks completely destroy Trypilska TPP – head of Centerenergo's supervisory board

After a heavy missile attack on the night of Thursday, April 11, Russian troops completely destroyed the Trypilska Thermal Power Plant (TPP) in Kyiv region, informs Interfax-Ucraina.

Forum for Reintegration // Oleg Serebrian: "It is difficult to talk about the settlement of the Transnistrian problem without peace in Ukraine"

Without peace in Ukraine, it is difficult to talk about the settlement of the Transnistrian problem, said the Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, Oleg Serebrian, at the first Reintegration Forum of the Republic of Moldova, which is being held today in Chisinau. According to the official, the Chisinau authorities have the obligation to coordinate their actions with international partners.

Victoria Cazacu, excluded from PAS Party

Deputy Victoria Cazacu was excluded from the faction of the Action and Solidarity Party. The announcement was made by the deputy chairperson of the Legislative, Doina Gherman, during the Parliament session on April 11. The decision was taken after her daughter was targeted in a corruption scheme at Chisinau Airport.

OSCE Chair-in-Office Ian Borg will pay a visit to Chisinau

The OSCE Chair-in-Office, Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade of Malta, Ian Borg, will pay a visit to Chisinau.

LIVE // Parliament meeting. Hearing the activity reports of the National Anticorruption Center and the Audiovisual Council, on the agenda

Parliament meets in plenary session. Deputies are to examine several legislative initiatives and listen to the activity reports presented by the National Anticorruption Center, the National Center for the Personal Data Protection, the Audiovisual Council, as well as the Annual Progress Report on the National Program for the Recovery of Criminal Assets for 2023 - 2027.

Europe's wildfires in 2023 were among the worst this century, report says

Greece faced the brunt of the 2023 wildfire season in Europe, marking one of the most severe fire seasons this century, as outlined in a report released by the European Commission on Wednesday, Reuters reports.