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.

UN adopts first global artificial intelligence resolution

THE United Nations General Assembly on Thursday (Mar 21) unanimously adopted the first global resolution on artificial intelligence (AI) that encourages countries to safeguard human rights, protect personal data, and monitor AI for risks, Reuters reports.

EU Commission proposes to impose tariffs on imports of grain from Russia

The European Commission, the executive arm of the European Union, is proposing to member countries to impose tariffs on grain imports from Russia and Belarus, commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Thursday, AP reports.

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.

Ukraine: Russian missiles hit the energy infrastructure in Kharkiv

About 15 explosions were heard in the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv on Friday morning, Mayor Ihor Terekhov said. Russian missile attacks seem to target the city's electricity supply, causing partial blackouts, reports News.ro.

EU agrees to open accession talks with Bosnia and Herzegovina

Leaders from the European Union (EU) on Thursday agreed to open accession negotiations with Bosnia and Herzegovina, Xinhua agency reports.

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.

Borrell: War Not Imminent, Urges Support for Ukraine

The High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs, Josep Borrell, asserted on Thursday that a potential conflict instigated by Russia against the member states of the European community "is not imminent." He urged an end to exaggerations on this matter, as reported by the EFE agency.

Moldova Lowers Interest Rate to Boost Economy

The National Bank of Moldova (BNM) has lowered its key interest rate applied to main short-term monetary policy operations by half a percentage point to 3.75%.

Zelensky Calls for Aid: Kiev Under Attack, Russian Rockets Intercepted

Today, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged the West to exhibit "political will" in assisting Ukraine in confronting Russia, following a significant attack in Kiev earlier this morning, as reported by news.ro.