Regional

A case of African swine fever was confirmed in Cahul district

A 45-day quarantine was instituted on the territory of the Cahul district, after a case of swine fever was detected in a wild boar, found dead in the border area, near the town of Zîrnești.

The decision was taken by the Commission for Emergency Situations of the Cahul district, which convened yesterday, February 7, in an extraordinary meeting. Commission members approved a plan of measures and restrictions to eradicate and to prevent the spread of African swine fever.

Citizens are urged to respect the rules imposed by the authorities to prevent the spread of swine fever outbreaks.

"It is essential that all citizens are aware of the importance of following the restrictions and measures established to prevent the spread of African swine fever outbreaks. Active collaboration between the authorities and the community is crucial for limiting the risk of virus transmission and protecting pig herds", reads the statement posted on the page of the Cahul District Council.

Read more

59 polling stations for the Romanian elections, opened in the Republic of Moldova. Law enforcement officers will ensure public order
Elections

59 polling stations for the Romanian elections, opened in the Republic of Moldova. Law enforcement officers will ensure public order

As many as 59 polling stations will be set in the Republic of Moldova for the presidential elections in Romania, which will take place between November 22-24. In this context, the General Police Inspectorate announces that the law enforcement officers will be on duty these days to provide support in ensuring public order and guarding polling stations.

National afforestation campaign started in the Republic of Moldova
Social

National afforestation campaign started in the Republic of Moldova

This year's afforestation campaign started today. Thus, more than 26 million saplings will be planted on an area of 4000 hectares in 160 localities in the country. For those who want to join the planting campaign, you must access the agency's website, moldsilva.gov.md and the "Participate in autumn 2024 plantings" section.

Next steps in the Republic of Moldova's accession process to the EU were discussed by Anca Dragu and Jānis Mažeiks
Political

Next steps in the Republic of Moldova's accession process to the EU were discussed by Anca Dragu and Jānis Mažeiks

The governor of the National Bank of Romania, Anca Dragu, met with Jānis Mažeiks, the head of the Deleation of the European Union in Chișinău, to review the main recommendations from this year's EU Enlargement Report regarding Moldova. They focused on actions needed to meet the EU accession criteria.