CNA conducts searches in northern Moldova in systemic corruption case targeting Drochia police officers

The National Anticorruption Center is conducting criminal prosecution actions in northern Moldova on Wednesday morning as part of several cases related to systemic corruption. The institution's spokesperson, Angela Starinschi, confirmed this information in an interview with Teleradio-Moldova.

Echoes of Bessarabia's 1812 annexation. Historian: "A drama of a divided people"

On May 28, 1812, the Treaty of Bucharest established peace between the Russian and Ottoman Empires, but it also resulted in the separation of Bassarabia from the Principality of Moldova. Without the consent of the local population, the territory situated between the Prut and the Nistru rivers was annexed to the Russian Empire, forming a province known as Bassarabia. More than two centuries later, historians note that the implications of this decision continue to impact society, which remains divided by the Prut border.

CSP designates today the candidate for the position of interim general prosecutor

The candidate for the interim position of Prosecutor General will be selected during the Superior Council of Prosecutors meeting on May 28. Individuals interested in this position have 24 hours to submit their applications. This decision was made during the Council meeting, following the swearing-in of former Prosecutor General Ion Munteanu as a judge at the Supreme Court of Justice.

Expert: Moldova will no longer rely on the Cuciurgan Power Plant after the Vulcănești–Chișinău line is completed

The completion of the Vulcănești-Chișinău high-voltage power line by the end of the year will enable the Republic of Moldova to reduce its dependence on the Cuciurgan Thermal Power Plant. In an interview with Moldova 1, energy expert Eugen Muravschi stated that integrating the energy supply with Romania will decrease energy security risks and remove reliance on infrastructure controlled by Tiraspol.

MFA: Moldovan woman was evacuated from Gaza

A citizen of the Republic of Moldova was evacuated from the Gaza Strip today, May 27, as announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The woman is currently safe and is expected to return to the Republic of Moldova shortly with the support of the authorities. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, her three children will remain in the Gaza Strip in the care of their deceased father's family.

Customs traffic at Leova temporarily suspended due to rising the Prut River levels

Maintenance work at the pontoon bridge near the "Leova–Bumbata" crossing point was completed, and the Leova customs post has resumed normal operations, according to the Customs Service.

EBU Summit starts in Chisinau. TRM – host of the EBU News Contacts Meeting 2025

The annual meeting of journalists from the European public media network, the EBU News Contacts Meeting 2025, began today in Chisinau. The event brings together over 100 representatives from public radio and television stations across 56 member states and associated states of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU). This year, for the first time, the meeting is hosted by the "Teleradio-Moldova" Company (TRM) in the Republic of Moldova.

Expert: Prosecutor General appointment process must be accelerated

The president of the Moldovan Legal Resources Center, Ilie Chirtoacă, warns that appointing a new Prosecutor General with full authority could take more than six months. After the Superior Council of Prosecutors (CSP) designates an interim Prosecutor General, a new competition will be held, and the required vetting procedure must be completed. This lengthy process poses a risk of keeping the Prosecutor General's Office in an extended interim period, especially during an election year.

Ion Munteanu sworn in as new judge of the Supreme Court of Justice

Former Prosecutor General Ion Munteanu was officially sworn in on Tuesday, May 27, during a plenary session of the Superior Council of Magistracy. Sergiu Caraman, the President of the Superior Council of Magistracy, congratulated Munteanu on taking on one of the highest positions in the judicial system.

A childcare worker training center will open in Bălți

A training center for child care workers will be established at "Alecu Russo" State University in Bălți, with assistance from the International Labor Organization. This initiative aims to address the demand for specialists in the field, particularly in the northern regions of the country, where professional training options are limited. Lidia Pădureac, the vice-rector for part-time studies and Continuing Professional Training, shared this information with Radio Moldova.

Republic of Moldova concludes bilateral screening session on Cluster 3. What's next?

This month, discussions on Chapter 20 – Industrial and Entrepreneurship Policy, which is part of Cluster III of the “Competitiveness and Inclusive Growth” initiative, concluded in Brussels. Although this chapter is less comprehensive from a legislative standpoint, it is strategically important for fostering an innovative and competitive entrepreneurial environment in the Republic of Moldova. Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, Cristina Gherasimov, emphasized this during “Zi de zi” show on Radio Moldova.

Integrating Ukrainian refugee children into schools is costly; authorities seek funding

The enrollment rate of Ukrainian refugee children in schools in the Republic of Moldova remains low, despite ongoing efforts to integrate them into the educational system. Education Minister Dan Perciun stated that if the war in Ukraine continues, the refugee crisis will persist, and our country must prepare for an increasing number of children seeking access to education. Currently, data shows that only 15% of Ukrainian refugee children are enrolled in schools and kindergartens.