Air operators from the Republic of Moldova can operate flights to the UK

National air carriers can operate flights in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland from 31 May 2023, the Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development has announced.

Work-related accidents and deaths in the Republic of Moldova, triple compared to EU states

The number of accidents and deaths at the workplace in the Republic of Moldova is three times that of the EU countries, with over 500 such cases being recorded annually. Reported at the European level, these represent a large number, and the situation remains worrying, says the Secretary of State from the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection, Corina Ajder. To prevent them, the relevant ministry will implement this year a program that includes several measures regarding health and safety at workplace.

Child poverty rate increased in 2022. Authorities say they are making efforts to solve the problem

The poverty rate among children increased last year, compared to 2021, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics. Given that, in 2022, the poverty rate of the population as a whole was 31%, children are poor in proportion to 28 percent or 4 percentage points more compared to the previous year. In order to improve social services for children, the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection is making constant efforts, said the relevant minister, Alexei Buzu.

The state of emergency, extended for 60 days starting Sunday

The state of emergency has been extended in the Republic of Moldova for a period of 60 days starting with Sunday, June 4. Prime Minister Dorin Recean recently mentioned, in the plenary of the Legislative, that the need to extend the state of emergency is determined by the unpredictable developments of the war started by Russia against Ukraine.

PTF Leova-Bumbăta resumed its activity

UPDATE 11:53 The Leova-Bumbăta border crossing has resumed its activity, the Border Police announces.

Orthodox Christians celebrate the Feast of Ascension

The Orthodox Christians today celebrate the Descent of the Holy Spirit, called also the Great Sunday of the Pentecost. This is one of the Great Feasts of the Orthodox Church, which is marked 50 days following the Holy Easter.

"Our thoughts are with the victims and their families". Maia Sandu sends condolences to Indian people after tragic train crash

The country's President, Maia Sandu, has sent her condolences to the people of India and all those affected by the tragic train accident in Odisha. "Moldova stands in solidarity with India. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families at this difficult time," the head of state wrote on her Twitter account.

The Republic of Moldova has obtained membership in the Committee for Tourism and Competitiveness

The Republic of Moldova has been elected as a member state in the Tourism and Competitiveness Committee for the years 2023-2027. The decision was taken at the 68th meeting of the World Tourism Organisation's Commission for Europe, held in Bulgaria.

A section of railway in the Republic of Moldova will be rehabilitated in partnership with Ukraine

A 400-kilometre-long section of railway in the Republic of Moldova will be rehabilitated in partnership with the Ukrainian company "Ukrzaliznytsia", according to a memorandum signed in Vinnitsa. Ukrainian railway workers will participate in the reconstruction of the railway section, and by the end of 2024 both the speed and capacity of trains will be increased. At the same time, the rehabilitation of the railway section will facilitate the transport of Ukrainian goods to the Black Sea ports.

Maia Sandu, message after the EPC Summit: let's be proud to have hosted a historic event. It is to our credit, to everyone's credit

All the guests who attended the European Political Community Summit said the event was a success, President Maia Sandu said in a video message, adding that this is to everyone's credit.

Government from Warsaw sent to Chisinau two planes with weapons and ammunition for the police of the Republic of Moldova

The Warsaw government sent two planes to Chisinau with weapons and ammunition for the police of the Republic of Moldova. This was announced on Twitter by the Polish Minister of the Interior, Mariusz Kaminski.

Maia Sandu’s message on International Children's Day

On International Children's Day, President Maia Sandu came with a message. The head of state pointed out that today at the Summit of the European Political Community they will discuss how to offer our children a future free from threats.