Heavy fire destroys part of warehouse in Ghidighici, Moldova

A heavy fire broke out at a warehouse in Ghidighici, Chisinau municipality, on Saturday afternoon, destroying 400 square metres of the building and a lorry.

Diaspora Congress discusses services, projects, and involvement

More than 300 people attended the 10th edition of the Diaspora Congress in Chisinau, Moldova. The event was organised by the Government of Moldova through the Diaspora Relations Office in cooperation with central public institutions and diaspora associations.

Number of people working in Moldovan agriculture decreases by 600,000 in 23 years

The number of people working in the agricultural sector in Moldova has decreased by approximately 600,000 in the past 23 years, according to economic policy expert Veaceslav Ioniță.

Romanian and Ukrainian PMs sign cooperation agreements

The Prime Ministers of Romania and Ukraine, Marcel Ciolacu and Denis Shmygal, signed a number of agreements on Thursday in Bucharest to deepen cooperation between the two countries.

Exports of goods from Moldova fall by 11% in six months

Exports of goods from the Republic of Moldova totaled just over $2 billion in the first six months of 2023, a decline of about 11% from the same period last year, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics.

Moldova to require ID for all currency exchange transactions

The Moldovan parliament has voted in favour of a law that would require people to present identification documents for all currency exchange transactions, regardless of the amount.

Moldovan farmers dissatisfied with grain price

Despite a bountiful harvest this year, Moldovan farmers are dissatisfied with the price they are receiving for their grain, according to regional agriculture officials. Some farmers in the south of the country are also struggling to repay loans due to poor harvests.

Russia's attacks on Ukraine's Danube ports drive up wheat prices

The price of wheat rose after Russia attacked Ukraine's Danube ports, according to the American news agency Bloomberg. At the Chicago Board of Trade, prices were up 1.3% on Wednesday after falling 6% in the previous three sessions.

Turkey sets new national temperature record

A new national temperature record has been set in Turkey, reaching 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) in the southeastern province of Hatay. The record was set in the Hassa district, which is one of the provinces severely affected by the February earthquakes.

Moldova denounces CIS agreement on disarmament

Moldova has denounced another agreement with the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). The agreement refers to the creation of a joint advisory commission on disarmament issues. Defense Minister Anatolie Nosatîi considers the denunciation of the document to be opportune, as the agreement has not been implemented in the country since it was signed in 1992, and is no longer relevant.

Moldova to make rail passenger transport more accessible for people with disabilities

Rail passenger transport in Moldova is to become more attractive and comfortable for people with disabilities, according to a regulation approved by the government. Special equipment will be installed on trains for these categories of people.

Inflation falls to 10.8% in Moldova

Inflation is no longer a risk to investment and consumption, and the monetary conditions created by the National Bank of Moldova (BNM) will support the economic recovery and growth, announced the Governor of the National Bank of Moldova, Octavian Armașu. BNM has revised its annual inflation rate and believes that the target of 5% will be reached in October.