120 schools in the country will receive funding from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development

A total of 120 schools in the country will receive funding from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development. Each school will receive $36,000 to enhance their facilities, which will be used to equip high-performance laboratories, upgrade IT systems or software, and provide teacher training. Educational institutions can access this funding through the "Improving the Quality of Education" Project, said Nadejda Velișco, the Secretary of State from the Ministry of Education, during a recent plenary session in Parliament.

The state will grant citizens financial support of over 1.1 billion lei in this cold season

The state will provide financial support of over 1.1 billion lei to citizens during the cold season. Low-income individuals will benefit from monetary energy compensation in the 2024–2025 cold season. The Parliament has adopted the draft law on the Energy Vulnerability Reduction Fund in its second reading, with the vote of 71 deputies. More than 1.1 billion lei will be allocated from the budget to implement these new measures.

Minute of silence for the victims of the war in Ukraine. Grosu: "It's been a thousand days since our Ukrainian friends have faced a tragedy"

At today's meeting, deputies observed a moment of silence in memory of the victims of the war in Ukraine, which was instigated by the Russian Federation. This proposal was put forth by the Parliament Speaker, Igor Grosu, in light of the upcoming one thousandth day since the onset of the Russian invasion in the neighboring country.

Woman from Dubăsarii Vechi, investigated for electoral bribery in the presidential elections

A woman from Dubăsarii Vechi, in the Criuleni district, is currently under investigation by the National Anti-corruption Center (CNA) and prosecutors for electoral bribery. This allegation involves her offering goods to influence voters to cast their votes in favor of a candidate participating in the presidential elections in autumn.

Rising diabetes rates in Moldova: A growing public health challenge

Approximately seven percent of the population in the Republic of Moldova suffers from diabetes, and over the past 12 years, the number of affected individuals has nearly tripled.

Legal gaps hinder Moldova’s fight against hate speech

Experts in human rights have highlighted shortcomings in Moldova's legislation aimed at combating discrimination and hate speech.

Millions recovered: Cracking down on the Russian Laundromat

Assets valued at approximately $190 million, originating from the transnational money laundering scheme known as the "Russian Laundromat," have been identified in collaboration with foreign law enforcement agencies. The Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office announced this development.

Motorcycle safety crisis grips Moldova

The interim head of the Road Safety Directorate at the National Public Safety Inspectorate (INSP), Pavel Apostol, reported that approximately 10,000 motorcyclists in Moldova were penalised between April and October for various traffic violations.

Press review: Moldova's EU path challenged by corruption and pro-Kremlin forces

Moldovan media is reporting on potential challenges posed by pro-Kremlin forces to the country's European integration, as well as forecasts of increased sentencing in voter bribery cases.

Moldova toughens environmental laws to combat pollution

Individuals and businesses that harm the environment through their activities will be held accountable for the damage caused and must actively participate in ecological restoration efforts.

Moldovan citizens safely return home from Lebanon conflict

Nine additional citizens of the Republic of Moldova have safely returned from Lebanon, where Israel is conducting a military operation against Hezbollah.

Moldova strengthens child protection laws

Children in vulnerable situations, especially those caught in family disputes, will benefit from increased protection when travelling abroad or facing illegal detention.