About 18 thousand Russians have taken refuge in our country since the beginning of the war: How many of them also hold Moldovan citizenship

About 18 thousand Russians have taken refuge in our country since the beginning of the war: How many of them also hold Moldovan citizenship

Energocom will procure natural gas from Greece and Romania at favorable prices, for consumption this summer

SA Energocom will procure gas from two companies in Romania and Greece, as a result of the direct negotiation procedure, for consumption this summer at fairly good prices, Energocom director Victor Bânzari announced today. Also, in the fall, natural gas prices could be re-examined and reduced again.

Accession of the Republic of Moldova to the European Union, one of the objectives of the Polish Presidency of the EU Council

One of the objectives of the Polish Presidency of the Council of the European Union, which it will hold in 2025, will be the accession of Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova to the EU, Polish President Andrzej Duda said in a televised speech. Poland will also call for the expansion of the European Union to include the Western Balkans, as well as strengthening energy security and deepening transatlantic cooperation.

Ukraine will receive Western fighter jets by the end of September

After many months of debate, Ukraine will finally receive the first batch of F-16 fighter jets, notes The Economist. According to the source, the first squadron would arrive at the end of September, meaning it would be too late to play a role in the counteroffensive that could begin at any moment. Also, it is estimated that around 40-60 aircraft will be delivered to Kyiv.

Gazprom's profits down by about $16 billion in 2022

Russian energy giant Gazprom has announced a more than 40% drop in 2022 profits to nearly $16 billion, compared to $24 billion in 2021, Reuters reports. The main reason for the decrease is the tax increase introduced in the second half of last year. As a result of this, Gazprom has made a decision not to pay dividends for the full year 2022.

Roberta Metsola and Ursula von der Leyen confirmed their participation in the CPE Summit and sent messages of support

The Head of the European Commission, Ursula Von der Leyen, and the President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, sent video messages in support of our country, noting that the European Union stands by the Republic of Moldova. The messages were sent as part of the "Moldova is not alone" campaign, in which world leaders communicate about the fact that they are coming to our country.

44 European leaders confirm their presence at the Summit of the European Political Community

44 European leaders have announced their presence at the European Political Community Summit that will take place on June 1 in Bulboaca, announced the spokesperson of the Government Daniel Vodă on Rlive. According to him, not all officials have confirmed their presence, and this is motivated either by the fact that elections are taking place in the states of those leaders, or for security reasons.

European Commission wants to force NGOs to disclose funding

A transparency register to be adopted by the European Commission is to show whether non-governmental organisations such as business associations, public relations agencies and media channels are funded by states from outside the European Union, reports German newspaper Welt am Sonntag.

Parliamentary elections in Greece: Young people no longer trust the political system

Greeks will go to the polls on May 21 to elect their Parliament. For the first time, Greek citizens living abroad will also be able to vote, on May 20, without having to return home, reports Euronews. Experts believe it is unlikely that one party will win a majority in the first round.

The Institute of Oncology has received a new grant from the WHO and the EU

The Oncology Institute in the capital has received a new donation of 340 thousand euros from the European Union and the World Health Organization. Health Ministry officials say the ultrasound machine and medicines received today will contribute to the effective diagnosis of patients with cancer diseases, and patients will benefit from these services free of charge.

Romanian expert: Hungary's decision to block military support for Ukraine plays into Russia's hands

Hungary has not approved the disbursement of a new €500 million tranche of military support for Ukraine offered under the European Peace Facility, a government spokesman told Reuters. Budapest does not agree with the European Union's policy towards the situation in Ukraine, he said. At the same time, experts say Hungary's decision to block military support for Ukraine is in the self-interest of the Budapest authorities, as well as its economic relations with Russia.

The PSRM has prepared a draft resolution which acknowledges the "state capture" by the current government. PAS reaction

The Party of Socialists of the Republic of Moldova will register a draft resolution in the Parliament to declare "state capture by the current government". The announcement was made today by PSRM Executive Secretary Igor Dodon at a press briefing. According to the socialist, this initiative comes after law enforcement bodies in Chisinau carried out several searches in Comrat, which allegedly found conclusive evidence of fraud in the elections for Gagauzia's Bashkan. In response, PAS representatives told Radio Moldova that it was in fact the socialists and those who had previously governed the country who had captured the state, as confirmed by voters in the last elections.