NATO reaffirms priority of protecting eastern flank, including Moldova’s security umbrella

Protecting the eastern flank, which offers a security umbrella to the Republic of Moldova, is a NATO priority. This was highlighted by the heads of state and senior officials who convened on May 13 at the eleventh Bucharest 9 Summit. In this context, experts suggest that our country could benefit from enhanced support for its cybersecurity and military modernization.

Nicușor Dan at B9 Summit: “A chance to reaffirm support for Moldova and Ukraine”

Leaders from 15 countries, along with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, gathered in Bucharest for the Bucharest Format 9 (B9) and Nordic Summit. The event is co-chaired by Romanian President Nicușor Dan and Polish leader Karol Nawrocki. This summit provides an opportunity to review the implementation of NATO commitments and reaffirm support for Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova, as highlighted by the Romanian head of state.

Government names Corina Călugăru State Secretary and recalls Jana Costachi

Serghei Mihov, the Republic of Moldova's appointed ambassador to Japan, will conclude his role as state secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAE) on May 15. He will be succeeded in this position by Corina Călugăru, who previously served as an ambassador with special missions within the MAE.

OSCE leadership visits Chisinau for talks with Maia Sandu and CoE officials

The Chairman-in-Office and Secretary General of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), Ignazio Cassis and Feridun Sinirlioğlu, will officially visit the Republic of Moldova on May 14 and 15.

Parliament Speaker on Transnistrian reintegration: “The price is very high”

The reintegration of the Transnistrian region will require significant financial resources. The authorities in Chisinau are relying on both domestic contributions and support from external partners, according to the Speaker of the Parliament, Igor Grosu. He mentioned that the first contribution to the future convergence fund, which is intended for the eastern districts of the Republic of Moldova, has already been secured. This contribution comes from resources previously allocated by the European Union to address the energy crisis on the left bank of the Nistru.

Igor Grosu visits Bucharest for meeting at Cotroceni

The Parliament Speaker of the Republic of Moldova, Igor Grosu, will visit Bucharest on Tuesday. He will be received at Cotroceni Palace by the President of Romania, Nicușor Dan, as announced by the Romanian Presidential Administration.

Moldova hands CoE presidency to Monaco as ministers gather in Chisinau

President Maia Sandu and the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Alain Berset, will open the ministerial session of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe (CoE) on May 15, marking the conclusion of the Republic of Moldova's presidency of the organization. More than 50 delegations from member states are expected to attend the session, including over 20 Ministers of Foreign Affairs, in Chisinau.

Cyprus backs opening EU accession talks with Moldova: Together, we will achieve this goal

The primary goal of the Cypriot presidency of the Council of the European Union is to officially open the negotiation chapters with the Republic of Moldova, beginning with Cluster I on Fundamental Values. This was stated by the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, during a press conference held in Chisinau alongside the President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu.

At the European Town opening in Chișinău, the EU ambassador called the EU a choice for peace and a better future

The European Town opened on May 9 in Chișinău, where hundreds gathered to celebrate Europe Day with Moldovan officials, EU diplomats, and representatives. More than 20 ambassadors joined Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu and Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu on stage as the ceremony began with the national anthems of Moldova and the EU.

Victory March participants headed to the “Eternitate” Memorial with Soviet flags and banned ribbons

On Saturday, May 9, participants in the "Victory March" set off from the center of the capital towards the "Eternitate" Memorial Complex. They carried Soviet flags, flowers, and portraits of World War II veterans to commemorate the 81st anniversary of the victory over Nazism. Leading the procession were leaders of socialist and communist parties, along with other opposition representatives.

Maia Sandu laid flowers at “Maica Îndurerată” monument on May 9: “If we don’t recognize aggressors, we risk losing peace”

The events commemorating May 9, which is observed as both Europe Day and Victory Day against Fascism in the Republic of Moldova, began early in the morning at the "Eternitate" Memorial Complex. The country's leadership first laid flowers at the "Eternal Fire" and later at the "Maica Îndurerată" monument, honoring the heroes who lost their lives for the independence of the Republic of Moldova.

President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, on official visit to Chisinau on May 9

On Europe Day, May 9, President Maia Sandu will host the President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, in Chisinau. He will pay an official visit to our country at the invitation of the head of state.