Government approves "Moldova Project": Strategic projects will be centrally coordinated

The government approved the creation of the Office for the Implementation of Strategic National Infrastructure Projects, consolidating two implementation units responsible for constructing the penitentiary in Chisinau and the regional hospitals in Balti and Cahul. The new entity will gradually integrate other implementation units to become the only specialised structure in the field.

Moldova's Day-Ahead Market reaches a record, covering 45% of energy consumption

Approximately 45% of the Republic of Moldova's electricity consumption was traded on the Day-Ahead Market (DAM) for delivery on October 1. The Ministry of Energy notes that this represents the largest volume of energy traded in a single day since the launch of the DAM and reflects the growing interest of market participants in competitive short-term trading mechanisms.

US Ambassador Joseph Mark Burkhalter presented credentials to President Maia Sandu

Strengthening regional security, expanding economic opportunities and deepening the Moldovan-American strategic partnership are the main priorities of the new United States ambassador to Chisinau, Joseph Mark Burkhalter. On September 30, the diplomat presented his credentials to President Maia Sandu during an official ceremony organised at the Presidency.

Moldova may lose Growth Plan funds if reforms are delayed, Adrian Băluțel

The Republic of Moldova risks losing part of the European funds if it delays implementing the reforms assumed in the Growth Plan financed by the European Union. The warning comes from the president of the Parliamentary Commission for European Integration, Adrian Băluțel, in the context in which our country enters a crucial stage regarding the capitalization of the assistance package.

Iuliana Garam appointed State Secretary at the Ministry of Health

On Wednesday, the government appointed Iuliana Garam as State Secretary at the Ministry of Health. In this new role, she will coordinate the modernisation of how medical services are planned and delivered, focusing on directing funding toward the services that best meet the population's needs.

Maia Sandu visits Finland to meet President Alexander Stubb and attend the Helsinki Security Forum

President Maia Sandu and her Finnish counterpart, Alexander Stubb, will discuss Moldova's European integration path and regional security. The two heads of state will meet on Friday, October 2, in Helsinki, during the working visit Maia Sandu is paying to Finland at the invitation of the Finnish president.

Government seeks 3.2 billion lei in external funds for cold-season aid

The budget allocated for cold-season compensation could range between 2.5 and 3.2 billion lei, aiming to provide higher levels of assistance and expand the number of beneficiaries, Finance Minister Victoria Belous announced. Authorities are currently seeking additional funding sources, including external support, to secure the necessary funds.

Prime Minister Tofan urges action to address the water issue

Ukraine cannot be held responsible for the Nistru crisis, Prime Minister Vasile Tofan says. He calls on the parties involved to engage in constructive discussions to break the deadlock and ensure a continued water supply for the population and businesses.

The hydrological crisis is impacting Transnistrian region. Valeriu Chiveri: "It seems Tiraspol is treating the issue seriously"

Chișinău is discussing the hydrological crisis affecting the Nistru River with Tiraspol. Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri assures that the issue is being treated "seriously" by the so-called administration in Tiraspol as well.

Moldova will seek cheap gas from "more complicated" states, avoiding Putin, says Vasile Tofan

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan states that the authorities cannot control gas prices; however, for the coming winter, they will seek alternative sources—including from states he described as "more complicated"—while excluding Russia. At the same time, the Government aims to increase consumer compensation by mobilizing budgetary resources and external support.

€15 million saved in fees via SEPA in 11 months: "Lower costs, closer ties with the EU"

Citizens of the Republic of Moldova saved nearly 15 million euros in fees during the first 11 months of the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) being operational, a period that saw approximately 1.1 million transfers take place. Additionally, the MIA Instant Payments system has surpassed one million users, stated Anca Dragu, Governor of the National Bank of Moldova (NBM), at the “Impact SEE” regional conference held in Bucharest on September 29.

Contemporary authors and additional reading time in the new curriculum

Teachers, writers, and representatives of the Ministry of Education and Research are currently discussing the new curriculum for Romanian Language and Literature. Proposals include incorporating more contemporary authors into the school syllabus and allocating more time for reading.