Romania supports Moldova's European integration and security

European integration is the only path that can provide sustainable solutions to the challenges facing the Republic of Moldova, interim President of Romania Ilie Bolojan declared during a press conference alongside President Maia Sandu.

Moldova weather forecast: Rain, fog, and black ice ahead

Unstable spring weather is expected in Moldova as an atmospheric front moves across the region, according to meteorologists.

Chisinau kindergartens fight viral infections

Chisinau kindergartens are implementing additional measures to prevent the spread of viral infections. The General Directorate of Education, Youth, and Sports has issued an order to this effect.

Zelensky and Trump confrontation at the White House over peace talks

After the meeting on Friday between Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald Trump at the White House, President Maia Sandu posted on social media that Ukraine is defending its freedom — and ours.

Celebrating Eugen Doga's 88th birthday and his musical legacy

Moldovan composer and academician Eugen Doga is celebrating his 88th birthday today, March 1st.

Giorgia Meloni calls for summit with U.S., Europe on Ukraine

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced that Italy intends to propose an urgent summit with the United States, Europe, and its allies to address the pressing challenges of today, beginning with Ukraine, Reuters reports.

Trump-Zelensky meeting fails, however EU leaders back Ukraine

The meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House ended without an agreement, prompting strong reactions from European leaders.

USAID funding suspension hits the Republic of Moldova's energy sector: Four projects in jeopardy

The Republic of Moldova’s energy sector is feeling the impact of the suspension of U.S. external funding, with four major projects—worth over $200 million—now in jeopardy due to the halted support from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The Ministry of Energy has requested clarifications from USAID, but no official response has been received yet. Meanwhile, authorities are exploring alternative funding sources to prevent delays in critical energy infrastructure investments.

CNA: Corruption crimes increase by 47% in 2024

In 2024, officers from the National Anticorruption Center (CNA) uncovered approximately 750 corruption-related crimes, a 47% increase compared to the previous year. According to the institution’s annual report, the highest number of cases were recorded in: Chișinău – 323 cases, Bălți – 71 cases and Soroca – 44 cases.

Experts about the draft on PACCO set up: Its hasty adoption could generate institutional chaos

The draft law on the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office and the Fight against Organized Crime (PACCO) does not provide effective solutions for combating corruption and organized crime and requires significant improvements. This is the conclusion of the Justice Experts Group (GEJ), which analyzed the legislative initiative. According to the experts, the draft does not solve the bottlenecks in the investigation and trial of criminal cases. Moreover, its promotion in Parliament without a detailed analysis and without consulting the relevant institutions raises questions about its effectiveness.

Man dies in accident on the Chisinau - Ungheni road

A 68-year-old man died in a serious accident on the Chisinau-Ungheni road today. According to the General Inspectorate of Police, he was driving on the wrong side of the road, where he collided head-on with a truck driven by a 65-year-old man.

Set up of PACCO - a necessary reform or a risky step for justice. Parliament organizes a new round of public consultations

The set-up of the new specialized prosecutor's office raises major concerns among law enforcement institutions and experts in our country, especially regarding the transfer of files and personnel. During the second round of hearings on the project to create the Anti-Corruption and Organized Crime Prosecutor's Office (PACCO), representatives of the Ministry of Justice, the Superior Council of Prosecutors (CSP), the PA and the PCCOCS drew attention to the risks involved and proposed several solutions to avoid potential blockages.