Black Sea ports ease pressure, rail in focus for Moldova

Moldova and Ukraine are stepping up efforts to shift Ukrainian freight from congested roads to railways, aiming to ease border bottlenecks and boost Moldovan Railways' finances.

Moldova bolsters EU prep with Romanian expertise

Former Romanian EU Integration Minister Anca Boagiu has joined the Moldovan Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development (MIDR) to bolster the country's preparation for upcoming EU accession negotiations.

4. Platforma DA loses influential figure: Chiril Moțpan's exit

Renowned politician Chiril Moțpan declared on Monday his decision to part ways with the political entity, Partidul Platforma Demnitate și Adevăr (Platform for Dignity and Truth).

The Republic of Moldova will receive financial assistance from the Nordic states

The Republic of Moldova will have access this year to part of the funds totaling 240 million dollars through assistance programs intended for Ukraine and our country by the Nordic, the Ambassador of the Republic of Moldova in Stockholm, Liliana Guțan, told Radio Moldova.

Chisinau Council stalemate persists as PAS meeting lacks quorum

Efforts to convene an extraordinary session of the Chisinau Municipal Council (CMC) by the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) proved unsuccessful again on Friday, further delaying progress on key matters like the 2024 budget.

Moldova eyes resilience boost amid Russia concerns: Defense budget up

Citing Russia's shadow and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Moldovan Defense Minister Anatolie Nosatîi declared Russia a "major threat" to the country. In an interview with Moldova 1, Nosatîi outlined plans to bolster national resilience:

Moldovan screens go local: 10% airtime for homegrown content

Moldova's television landscape is set to change with the introduction of a new quota mandating that TV stations dedicate at least 10% of their airtime to European works produced by independent Moldovan creators.

The Republic of Moldova officially became a member of the EU Civil Protection Mechanism

The Republic of Moldova officially became a member of the EU Civil Protection Mechanism- a coordination initiative in situations of crisis and natural hazards. The announcement was made by Prime Minister Dorin Recean on his Facebook page.

Dorin Recean condemns the "brutal" airstrikes launched by Russia this morning: "Ukraine and its people will not be defeated"

Prime Minister Dorin Recean condemns the drone and missile attacks launched this morning on Ukraine. In a post on the X platform, the PM expressed the solidarity of the Republic of Moldova with the neighboring country.

Moldova's railways: Outdated & hamstrung by war

Moldova's railway network faces a stark reality: much of its rolling stock and infrastructure has surpassed its lifespan, posing safety concerns and hindering efficiency.

Moldova's pensions: More reassessments for extended work

Moldova's National Social Insurance House (CNAS) is broadening its pension reassessment program, offering potential increases to more individuals who continue working past retirement age or contribute additional years towards disability pensions.

€23m injects life into Moldova's rail network

The Moldovan State Railway Company (CFM) has identified infrastructure improvement as a top priority for 2024, with plans to rehabilitate key sections of the country's rail network. Director Oleg Tofilat outlined two major projects: