The Republic of Moldova may receive air defense systems, confirms Defense Minister amid talks with European partners
The Republic of Moldova will most likely receive air defense systems based on non-refundable aid, Defense Minister Anatolie Nosatîi said. According to the official, the process is in an advanced phase of discussions, and the final decision is expected in the coming days.
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Washington blocks democracy funds: Rubio slashes $2 million for Moldovan media
The US government has decided to cancel funding for 139 international programs, amounting to $214 million. This includes a $2 million grant to the Republic of Moldova. The decision, approved by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, took effect on Tuesday, April 15, according to The Washington Free Beacon, as reported by DW.
Evrazia-funded pilgrimages raise election concerns
In recent months, several priests and citizens from the Republic of Moldova have taken part in religious pilgrimages to Russia, Serbia, and Jerusalem.
Gagauzia's autonomy at risk after court ruling on prosecutor appointment
The Constitutional Court's decision to declare the involvement of the People's Assembly of Gagauzia (APG) in appointing the Chief Prosecutor of the autonomy unconstitutional has generated divergent reactions.
Moldovan teen arrested for murdering parents, plotting Trump assassination
A 17-year-old originally from the Republic of Moldova has been arrested in Wisconsin on charges of murdering his mother and stepfather, according to the Associated Press.
Court rules Gagauzia prosecutor law unconstitutional
The Constitutional Court of Moldova has ruled unconstitutional a provision that allowed Gagauzia’s People’s Assembly to nominate a candidate for the position of regional chief prosecutor.
Daiga Mieriņa visits Moldova to discuss European integration
The Speaker of the Parliament of Latvia, Daiga Mieriņa, is on an official visit to the Republic of Moldova from April 14 to 15.
Moldovan Constitutional Court’s new inadmissibility ruling explained
Recent changes to the law governing Moldova’s Constitutional Court now enable the Court to reject certain referrals without examining them on their merits.
Veronica Dragalin willing to take polygraph over vetting claims
Veronica Dragalin, former head of Moldova's Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office, has reiterated the allegations that she was asked for a list of prosecutors considered honest in order to pass the vetting process.
Maia Sandu denies claims about vetting process list
President Maia Sandu of the Republic of Moldova confirmed that she had a discussion with Veronica Dragalin, the former head of the Anti Corruption Prosecutor’s Office, but strongly rejected claims that she had asked for a list of prosecutors considered to have integrity to expedite the vetting process. The president made these remarks to the press during the General Assembly of Judges.
Moldova's external debt rises over $10 billion, experts weigh in
In the past two years, Moldova's external public debt has increased by over one billion dollars, bringing the total to more than 10 billion, according to data from the National Bank.
U.S. suspends 31% tariffs on Moldovan exports temporarily
The United States has temporarily suspended the 31% additional tariffs recently imposed on Moldovan products exported to the U.S. market.