Trump's tariffs take effect. Moldovan producers seek government support: "It's a major setback"

The latest round of tariffs imposed by the United States took effect today, April 9, escalating the trade war and causing a decline in market stability. Both the European Union and China are preparing to respond; China is particularly affected, with tariffs on its exports reaching as high as 104%. The Republic of Moldova is also impacted, facing a 31% tariff on its products, which directly affects local exporters. Mircea Manole, the executive director of the Association of Food Processors, informs that local producers are actively seeking alternatives in the EU market. However, to remain competitive, they urgently require support from the Government.

PSRM seeks "immediate" and "unconditional" resignation of Veronica Mihailov-Moraru. Ministry of Justice reacts

The Party of Socialists of the Republic of Moldova (PSRM) seeks the "immediate" and "unconditional" resignation of Justice Minister Veronica Mihailov-Moraru, following the release of several life-sentenced prisoners from prisons, based on the 2021 and 2022 amendments to the Amnesty Law and the Criminal Code. The party qualifies the situation as serious and attributes it to "negligence, irresponsibility and, possibly, conscious involvement" on the part of some state officials. We called the Ministry of Justice but it said it would not comment on the PSRM request.

Experts about the amnesty scandal: PAS risks losing trust, while the opposition gains electoral ground

The amendments to the Amnesty Law, voted in 2021 and 2022 by the parliamentary majority and which allowed the release of some life convicts, risk seriously affecting the image of the government, giving the opposition a new opportunity to attack, warns political expert Mihai Mogâldea. According to him, pro-Russian parties could exploit the scandal to consolidate their electoral position.

Chișinău sets fair rules for Transnistrian heavy industry

Authorities in Chișinău are preparing measures to ensure fair conditions for economic operators on both banks of the Dniester, in the context of the revival of heavy industry in the Transnistrian region.

President Maia Sandu condemns Russia's involvement in the Nesterovschi case: "An unacceptable interference"

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, condemns the involvement of the Russian Federation in the case of defected deputy Alexandr Nesterovschi, who, according to the Intelligence and Security Service, would have benefited from support from Moscow to evade the execution of his prison sentence. The head of state qualifies these actions as "unfriendly" and accuses the Kremlin of "interference in the justice of the Republic of Moldova". Invited to the show "La 360 de grade" on Radio Moldova, Maia Sandu declared that Chisinau will respond with firm decisions to this interference.

Maia Sandu convenes Supreme Security Council for electoral security

President Maia Sandu has convened the Supreme Security Council on March 25 to discuss measures aimed at strengthening the security of the electoral process, according to the Presidency.

Irina Lozovan accused of accepting $30,000 bribe from Ilan Șor

Moldovan deputy Irina Lozovan, accused of receiving $30,000 from the fugitive oligarch Ilan Șor to bribe the mayor of Ocnița, is reportedly unaccounted for, according to media sources.

Moldova weather: sharp temperature drop forecast

Following a period of unseasonably warm temperatures, the weather in Moldova is expected to cool sharply, as announced by the State Hydrometeorological Service, which issued a Yellow Code warning on March 14th.

Veaceslav Platon arrested in UK over billion-dollar fraud

Controversial businessman Veaceslav Platon was arrested on March 13 in the United Kingdom at the request of prosecutors in Chișinău in the fall of 2024.

Yellow code warning for strong wind in Moldova

The State Hydrometeorological Service (SHS) announces strong wind on March 13. The Code Yellow warning will come into effect on Thursday morning and will remain in effect until 10:00 p.m.

The Republic of Moldova calls on Russia to accept the US-proposed ceasefire in Ukraine

The Republic of Moldova urges the Russian Federation to agree to the 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, which was proposed by Washington and accepted by Kyiv. In a social media statement, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mihai Popșoi expressed his appreciation for the "progress" made during the peace negotiations held on March 11 in Saudi Arabia.

Maia Sandu, on the ceasefire proposed by Washington and accepted by Kiev: "The path to peace requires real security guarantees for Ukraine"

President Maia Sandu of Moldova has welcomed the recent talks between Ukraine and the United States held in Saudi Arabia. As a result of these discussions, Ukraine has accepted the American proposal for a complete 30-day ceasefire. In a post on the X platform, President Sandu emphasized the significance of these negotiations in achieving a just and lasting peace.