Jan Dusik: EU allocates funds for the sustainable transition of the Republic of Moldova

The Republic of Moldova is in the process of joining the EU, and the harmonization of environmental legislation with community norms is an essential and complex chapter. The bilateral screening in the field, at the end of June, is a key moment for assessing progress in alignment with European standards. The topics were addressed by Deputy Director General for Innovation, Adaptation, Resilience and Cooperation within DG CLIMA of the European Commission, in the interview for "IN CONTEXT" show.

Cernăuțeanu, about Nesterovschi and Lozovan: "They will end up in the dock someday"

The law enforcement agencies of the Republic of Moldova cannot intervene to identify and detain the convicted deputies Alexandr Nesterovschi and Irina Lozovan, who are allegedly hiding in the Transnistrian region, since there is no constitutional control on the left bank of the Nistru. The statement was made by the head of the General Police Inspectorate, Viorel Cernăuțeanu, for the Teleradio-Moldova Company. He pointed out that the authorities strictly respect the legal framework and that any action opened in the region would be impossible.

German Foreign Minister comes to Chisinau on April 2

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock is paying an official visit to Chisinau on Wednesday. The two-day visit will include meetings with President Maia Sandu and Prime Minister Dorin Recean. The discussions will focus on Germany's support for the Republic of Moldova, bilateral cooperation and European path of the Republic of Moldova.

Expert: "Russia will continue hybrid actions against the Republic of Moldova"

The Chisinau authorities' decision is a signal that Moldova is responding firmly to threats from the Russian Federation, but hybrid actions against our country will not stop. Foreign policy expert Mihai Isac explained that reforms to make the justice system more efficient are needed to prevent interference.

Modernization of public universities: MEC allocates 17 million lei for the renovation of study blocks and dormitories

Public higher education institutions will benefit from additional funding of about 17 million lei from the Ministry of Education and Research (MEC). The resources will be used for renovations and modernization of study blocks, dormitories and other infrastructure projects.

New Free Trade Agreement between the European Free Trade Association and the Republic of Moldova comes into effect

Starting April 1, 2025, Moldovan producers can export to Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein without customs duties or with significantly reduced duties. This is possible with the entry into force of the Agreement between the Republic of Moldova and the member states of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). The agreement implementation will enable the diversification of export markets, the consolidation of the economy and its integration into the European space.

Tiraspoltransgaz returned the 3 million cubic meters of gas borrowed by Moldovagaz

Tiraspoltransgaz returned, between March 26 and 31, 3 million cubic meters of natural gas to Moldovagaz, based on the contractual conditions established by the Commission for Emergencies (CSE). This is the second tranche returned this year, after the same amount of gas was returned between February 26 and 28, Moldovagaz informs.

Court rejects the request for preventive detention against Evghenia Guțul

The magistrates of the Chisinau Court based in Buiucani rejected the request for preventive arrest for 30 days on behalf of Evghenia Guțul submitted by the anti-corruption prosecutors. In justifying its decision, the panel of judges referred to the provisions of Articles 175, 176 and 342 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. Under these provisions, the court ruled: “The request of the anti-corruption prosecutors Ghenadie Epure and Cristina Gladcov regarding the application of the preventive measure of preventive arrest for 30 days concerning the defendant Guțul is rejected as inadmissible”. “The conclusion with the right of appeal to the Chisinau Court of Appeal can be challenged within three days through the Chisinau Court based in Buiucani,” reads the judges’ decision.

Kremlin will try to influence this year's parliamentary elections. Maia Sandu: "Those who sell their vote, are selling their country"

The Republic of Moldova faces major risks of external interference on the eve of parliamentary elections, and Kremlin could try to destabilize the situation by illegally financing parties, organizing paid protests and cyber attacks. During the program "La 360 de grade" on Radio Moldova, President Maia Sandu warned that state institutions are ready to counter attempts at electoral fraud. The head of state emphasized that Moldovans must decide their future, without external influences, and those who try to buy or sell votes will be sanctioned.

Tiraspol denies presence of fugitive MP Alexandr Nesterovschi in the Transnistrian region

The unrecognized authorities in Tiraspol claim that they do not have information about the presence of convicted MP Alexandr Nesterovschi in the region. The reaction came after the director of the Intelligence and Security Service of the Republic of Moldova, Alexandru Musteață, stated that the member of the Parliament was on the left bank of the Nistru, where he arrived with the support of the Russian Embassy in Chisinau.

Maia Sandu about justice reform: The Russian Federation is investing massively to undermine it

The justice reform in the Republic of Moldova is nearing its final stage, and the institutions are more functional today than "a few years ago," said President Maia Sandu on Radio Moldova's "La 360 de grade" program. The head of state argues that, although significant progress has been made, the process must continue to ensure a clean and efficient judicial system.

European Commission spokesperson on Nesterovschi case: "Moldovan authorities must investigate. We have complete trust"

"Moldovan authorities must investigate. We have complete trust," said the spokesperson for the European Commission, Anitta Hipper, commenting on the situation related to the Nesterovschi case. The European official was asked by the Chisinau press to comment on the investigations of the Security and Intelligence Service (SIS) regarding the direct involvement of the Russian Embassy in the Republic of Moldova in the transportation of MP Alexandr Nesterovschi to the Transnistrian region and his taking under the protection of the Russian special services.