Moldovans working in Ireland eligible for pensions and social benefits
Moldovan workers in Ireland may have access to pensions and other social benefits from the Irish government. Today, the Parliamentary Committee for Foreign Policy and European Integration approved an advisory opinion for initiating negotiations on a social security agreement between the Republic of Moldova and Ireland.
Vlada Vasilachi
Bashkan Evghenia Guțul to deliver “last word” in court on July 1 as trial ends
The Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office has announced that the judicial investigation into the criminal case involving Evghenia Guțul, the governor of the Gagauz Autonomous Region of Moldova, and the secretary of the central office of the former "Șor" Party was completed. The final conclusions from both parties will be presented in court on July 1st.
Rodica Mazur
Russian community urges Moldovan authorities not to close the Russian Center for Science and Culture
The Russian community in the Republic of Moldova expresses its concern and confusion regarding the status of the Russian Center for Science and Culture in Chisinau. They warn that closing this institution could damage relations with Moscow.
Tax authority orders to freeze assets of Platon, Plahotniuc, and Șor affiliates
The State Tax Service has ordered the freezing of funds and resources belonging to fugitive politicians and individuals affiliated with Shor. As reported by IPN, these decisions were published in the Official Gazette on Friday, June 6.
Traffic restrictions on a street in Chisinau
Between June 6 and 8, road traffic will be suspended on Nicolae Dimo Street in the Rîșcani sector of Chisinau, the section between Tudor Vladimirescu str. and Alecu Russo str. According to a press release from the Chișinău City Hall, the measure was taken in connection with the need to carry out works to restore the asphalt coating on Nicolae Dimo Str.
Boldurești elections: Ballots will be recounted on Saturday
The recount of ballots for the mayoral position in Boldurești commune, Nisporeni district, is scheduled for Saturday, June 7, according to the Central Electoral Commission (CEC). The process will take place at the local Culture House.
EU Commissioner: Moldova must implement rule of law roadmap to join EU
Significant progress in the areas of the rule of law and human rights is essential for the Republic of Moldova to join the European Union. This statement was made during a press conference by Michael McGrath, the European Commissioner for Democracy, Justice, and the Rule of Law, who is currently on an official visit to Chisinau.
Boldurești mayor case: "Justice must act swiftly"
Justice should expedite the case involving Nicanor Ciochină, the mayor of Boldurești, who was re-elected on June 1 despite being under criminal investigation for the murder of a 14-year-old child. Minister of Justice Veronica Mihailov-Moraru expressed support for the fact that this criminal case is progressing in court.
Woman escapes from Penitentiary 13, missing for over 15 hours
A 23-year-old woman escaped yesterday afternoon from Penitentiary No. 13 in Chisinau, as announced by the National Penitentiary Administration (ANP). Authorities are asking citizens to assist law enforcement in locating the woman, who has been missing for over 15 hours.
Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu holds talks in Berlin with German Bundestag President
The Parliament Speaker, Igor Grosu, is on a working visit to Germany. He will meet with the President of the German Bundestag, Julia Klöckner.
Constantin Cojocaru, Moldova’s oldest citizen and last Romanian WWII veteran, died
Constantin Cojocaru, the oldest citizen of the Republic of Moldova and one of the last surviving veterans of World War II, passed away at the age of 106. He endured many challenging moments in history, including war, deportations, and changes in government, yet he always upheld his faith in national values and dreamed of a united Moldova and Romania.
Bogdan Nigai
Maria Zaharova reacts to Chișinău’s plan to borrow €400M from EBRD for energy independence
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova criticized the decision by the authorities in Chisinau to secure a 400 million euro loan from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). This loan, which is guaranteed by the Government, aims to enhance the Republic of Moldova's energy independence. In a post on her Telegram account, Zakharova claims that this loan will ultimately lead to the energy "enslavement" of the Republic of Moldova.