US grants the Republic of Moldova $80 million to improve transport infrastructure and trade with Ukraine

The United States will provide our country with $80 million in non-repayable financial assistance, which will be used to improve transport infrastructure and boost trade with Ukraine. Priority projects include the construction of expanded truck parking areas at Moldova’s borders to facilitate the management of border traffic.

Additional compensation for farmers in Dubasari. Promo-LEX: They need systemic assistance

The owners of agricultural land located along the Râbnița-Tiraspol road will receive additional compensation in the amount of 2.6 million lei. The money will cover the expenses incurred by farmers as a result of illegal payments imposed by Tiraspol when transporting the harvest and seed material through unauthorized checkpoints in the Security Zone. The funds will reach the farmers' accounts by the end of the year, the chairman of the Dubasari District Council, Sergiu Grigoriev, told Teleradio-Moldova.

Public procurement fraud case // Six people placed in solitary confinement for 30 days

The seven people detained by the CNA in several cases regarding public procurement fraud were placed in solitary confinement. Thus, the head of the General Directorate for Urban Mobility of the Chisinau Municipal Council (DGMU), Vitalie Mihalache, his deputy and four representatives of economic agents were placed in solitary confinement for 30 days, and one of them was placed under house arrest. The decision was made by the Chisinau Court based in Ciocana.

International Olympiad medalists awarded at 2024 Olympiad Gala

This year, the Olympiad Gala awarded students who achieved top places in international competitions and Olympiads. The event honoured the performances of 39 students and 42 teachers. The gala, organized by the Ministry of Education, brought together teachers, members of the republican Olympic councils, and leaders from European, Balkan, and international Olympiads.

Vacancy announced for director of the Center for Strategic Communication and Combating Disinformation. Maia Sandu signs the Decree

A five-member commission will organize the competition for the position of director of the Center for Strategic Communication and Combating Disinformation. A decree to this effect was signed by President Maia Sandu on December 16. This commission includes journalists, representatives of civil society, deputies and representatives of the Office of the President of the Republic of Moldova.

Ministry of Energy calls for reduction of energy consumption in state institutions

The Ministry of Energy has issued a circular to central and local public authorities, requesting the immediate implementation of concrete measures to improve energy efficiency in public institutions. The call comes in the context of the declaration of a state of emergency for 60 days in the Republic of Moldova, starting on December 16, and the imminent risks to the country's energy security.

Moldovan citizens with health insurance to benefit from European Health Insurance Cards

Moldovan citizens who own health insurance will soon benefit from European Health Insurance Cards, which they can use in all EU countries. The National Health Insurance Company has announced that the concept for this initiative will be developed in 2025. These European Health Insurance Cards will become valid once the Republic of Moldova joins the European Union.

SCJ rejects request to reopen Filat's case following conviction

The Supreme Court of Justice (SCJ) denied the request made by former Prime Minister Vladimir Filat and his legal team to reopen the criminal trial that resulted in his conviction for passive corruption and influence peddling. This decision was reached by a majority of votes and is final, informs the Supreme Council of Magistracy (CSM).

Czech Republic contributes financially to the “Ajutor la contor” program in the Republic of Moldova

The Czech government will contribute 10 million Czech crowns to the government program “Ajutor la contor” in our country, which is about 400 thousand euros. The decision was handed over during the meeting between the Minister of Labor and Social Protection, Alexei Buzu, and the Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Chisinau, Jaromír Plíšek.

Meteorologists issue warning of strong wind in the north and and central regions

The State Hydrometeorological Service (SHS) has issued a Yellow Wind Code for the northern and central regions of the country. This warning will take effect today, December 17, at 10:00 AM and will remain in place until midnight.

Gas crisis threatens humanitarian disaster in Moldova

The Republic of Moldova lacks the legal framework to effectively support its citizens in the Transnistrian region during a humanitarian crisis.

Moldova's September salary trends: What you need to know

In September, the average gross monthly salary in public institutions and companies with four or more employees was approximately 13,500 lei, according to recent data provided by the National Institute of Statistics. Three out of four employees earned more than seven thousand lei.