WHO-led initiative boosts Moldova's medical infrastructure

A collaborative effort by the World Health Organization (WHO), the European Union (EU), the United States, and Switzerland culminated in a pivotal delivery on Wednesday, December 20, 2023.

Moldovan procurement gets a platform: PNAP fosters collaboration

Moldova took a decisive step towards curbing corruption and bolstering its public procurement system on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, with the launch of the Platform for Public Procurement in Moldova (PNAP).

€30M boost for Moldovan rural infrastructure

The Moldovan Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development (MIDR) has announced the launch of the "Satul European 2" (European Village) program, allocating MDL 600 million (€34 mln) to support infrastructure projects in rural communities throughout 2024.

Moldova's EU Dream: Opposition unveils cohesive block

In a bid to bolster Moldova's European Union accession ambitions, three prominent opposition parties formalised a "Coalition of Pro-European Forces" on Tuesday.

Baltic security bolstered: Germany deploys 5,000 troops

In a significant geopolitical development, Germany announced the deployment of a 5,000-strong brigade to Lithuania starting in 2024.

Colorado High Court bans Trump from ballot

In a groundbreaking decision, the Colorado Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled former President Donald Trump ineligible to appear on the state's Republican primary ballot, as reported by Reuters.

Ukraine eyes 500k more troops in war's second year

As the Ukraine war enters its second year, President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed a proposal from his military to mobilise up to 500,000 additional troops.

UNSC delays vote on Gaza resolution

The United Nations Security Council has once again postponed the vote on a new resolution regarding the conflict in Gaza, at the request of the United States, reports dpa, cited by Agerpres.

Ukraine's battle plan: 1991 borders stand, tactical adjustments possible

In a year-end press conference, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenski affirmed the nation's commitment to its war strategy, stating that a return to the borders of 1991 remains unchanged.

Venice nods to Moldova's poll bars, urges refinements

Moldova's recently revised electoral restrictions, aimed at barring individuals linked to the outlawed Sor Party from contesting elections, have garnered qualified approval from the Venice Commission, the Council of Europe's advisory body on constitutional matters.

Moldova healthcare unification faces internal resistance

An administrative consolidation proposal uniting Chișinău's Toma Ciorbă Infectious Diseases Hospital and the Dermatology and Communicable Diseases Hospital has ignited employee anxieties, culminating in a Tuesday protest outside the Government building.

UN sought for Moldovan activist's release

Amid deteriorating health concerns and allegations of political repression, Moldovan human rights organisation Promo-LEX has petitioned the United Nations to secure the immediate release of Victor Pleșcanov, a Transnistrian activist currently serving a three-year, two-month sentence for "inciting extremism."