A team of German experts visited the ammunition depots of the National Army. With what purpose

A team of German experts in the field of transport of dangerous goods and stockpile management of armaments and ammunition paid a working visit to units of the National Army. The purpose of the visit was to assess the regulations on the transport of dangerous goods, implement best practices on the management of stocks of weapons and ammunition, advise those responsible for transport and exchange experience in the field of legislation on dangerous goods, said Colonel Ilie Lungu.

Budgetary and fiscal policy for 2024 approved

Parliament approved in second reading the amendment of several legislative acts that are part of the budgetary and fiscal policy for 2024. The draft contains fiscal instruments for attracting and retaining skilled labour; revision of the mechanisms for calculating and paying taxes and duties with a view to simplifying and clarifying the legislative framework, prerequisites for discouraging the "envelope wage" phenomenon, measures to improve tax administration, etc.

Igor Grosu, on relations with Comrat authorities: we will cooperate only institutionally, within legal limits

Cooperation with the authorities in ATU Gagauzia will be pragmatic and in accordance with the law, said Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu. He noted that he will only cooperate with those who have dissociated themselves from criminal groups and will not have any cooperation with the representative of a party declared unconstitutional. At the same time, opposition MPs believe that the dialogue between Chisinau and Comrat is not effective, and the absence of representatives of the central authorities from the Bashkan's inauguration is a sign that there is no desire to cooperate with the Gagauz administration.

Adrian Efros announces the resumption of the "White Nights" operation and the launch of another campaign. The new Interior Minister's priority

The Ministry of the Interior will resume "White Nights" operations to make traffic participants who break traffic rules accountable. The announcement was made by the new interior minister, Adrian Efros. At the same time, the official informed that in order to prevent the negative consequences of night rallies the "Stop revving engines" campaign will be launched. Police patrols will also be intensified on rest days, especially in recreational and residential areas.

Marina Tauber released from house arrest

MP Marina Tauber, accused of falsifying political party campaign finance reports and accepting illegal funding from an organised criminal group, has been released from house arrest. The judges of the Chisinau Buiucani court rejected the request of the prosecutors, who asked for the measure to be extended. However, the judges decided that Tauber should be placed under judicial control for 60 days, Moldova 1 reports.

One of Tiraspol's opposition leaders was found shot dead in his home. Reintegration office proposes setting up a commission of inquiry

One of Tiraspol's opposition leaders, the leader of the Communist Party of the breakaway region, Oleg Horjan, was reportedly shot dead in his home today. This was announced by the chairman of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation, Gennady Zyuganov, and the leader of the Civic Congress of the Republic of Moldova, Mark Tkachuk. The information was also confirmed by the Moldovan police.

Politicians' views on new government appointments

The appointment of MP Dan Perciun as Minister of Education and Research came as a surprise to no one, because during his term of office he stood out for launching several legislative initiatives, according to representatives of the parliamentary and extra-parliamentary opposition parties. On the other hand, a surprise was the appointment of Adrian Efros, who is not part of the system, as Minister of Internal Affairs. The appointment of Andrei Spînu as minister of infrastructure and regional development is a controversial one, as his previous work has been much discussed in the public arena, politicians say.

Wheat prices rose sharply after Russia refused to extend Black Sea grain transport agreement

Wheat prices rose significantly today after Russia announced it was no longer participating in the Black Sea grain export deal, traders said, Reuters reports. On the Chicago Grain Exchange, wheat futures climbed 3.4% today to $6.84 for about 27 pounds, after previously advancing more than 4%.

LIVE Newly appointed ministers swear in before President Maia Sandu and Prime Minister Dorin Recean

The appointed ministers take the oath of office in the presence of President Maia Sandu and Prime Minister Dorin Recean.

Son of the chief of the Prime Minister's office Dorin Recean fatally injured a person: "I will ensure maximum transparency on this case"

The son of Serghei Diaconu, the head of Prime Minister Dorin Recean's cabinet, has injured a person, who died in hospital as a result of the injuries he received. The incident took place last night in Chisinau, at the entrance to the courtyard of the block where he lives. The information was confirmed by Serghei Diaconu himself.

UPDATE Accident in Ukraine involving a coach on the Balti-Odessa route. No Moldovan citizens among the injured

UPDATE 12:23 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration informs that on 16 July, at around 23:45, on the Odessa-Reni route, near the village of Maiaki, there was a road accident involving a coach registered in Ukraine. It was travelling on the Odessa - Balti route. As a result of the accident, 11 people were injured, including six children. All of them are citizens of Ukraine and the Russian Federation, the source added. There are no Moldovan citizens among the injured.

Heatwave in Moldova: IGSU advises people to avoid the sun's rays and follow fire prevention rules

In the context of high temperatures, the General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations advises citizens to stay in the shade, avoiding prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. If going out of the house is unavoidable, then it is recommended to use sunscreen and light-coloured light clothing.