Cristina Gherasimov will take the oath of office as head of the Office for European Integration on Monday

The appointed Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, Cristina Gherasimov, will take the oath of office as head of the Office for European Integration on Monday. The official ceremony will take place at 8:30 a.m. in the presence of President Maia Sandu and Prime Minister Dorin Recean, reads a statement of the Presidency.

PSRM started discussions with extra-parliamentary parties to identify a common candidate for the presidential elections

The Socialist Party is discussing with many extra-parliamentary parties, in order to identify a common candidate for the presidential elections, announced the executive secretary of PSRM, Igor Dodon. He did not reveals with which formation he is negotiating, but he emphasized that his participation in this election is not a priority.

Nine countries, including the Republic of Moldova, join EU sanctions against a Russian diamond company

Nine countries, including the Republic of Moldova, joined the decision of the Council of the European Union to sanction a Russian company producing diamonds, announced the High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell. The European Union takes note of this commitment and welcomes it, the EU diplomat added, quoted by Ukrainskaia Pravda.

A delegation of APCE is on a documentary visit to the Republic of Moldova

Between February 4-7, a delegation of the Monitoring Commission of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) will be in the Republic of Moldova, on a documentary visit. The political situation, electoral and judicial reform, parliamentary control and the fight against corruption will be the areas that will be monitored.

Canada vows steady support for war-torn Ukraine: Joly in Kyiv

Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly travelled to Kyiv, Ukraine, following a visit to Moldova, to reaffirm her country's unwavering support for the nation embroiled in war with Russia.

Anti-government protests erupt in Moldova's capital

Two separate protests took place in Chisinau on February 2nd, highlighting contrasting narratives on the country's economy and social policies.

Moldova eyes 2024 with caution amid Russian meddling concerns

Moldovan authorities anticipate an increase in Russian attempts to destabilise the country in 2024, a year marked by presidential elections and a potential referendum on EU membership.

Moldova, US collaborate on tax IT development

Deputy directors of Moldova's State Fiscal Service (SFS) met with a US Treasury Department expert to discuss expanding and aligning information technology (IT) solutions with international best practices.

Moldova tightens anti-corruption grip: Wealth declaration net widens

Moldova's fight against corruption takes a step forward with an expanded list of public officials required to file wealth declarations.

Moldova, Czech Republic strengthen ties in high-level talks

In a phone call on Thursday, Moldovan Vice Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi and Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský emphasised strong bilateral relations and pledged closer cooperation, the Moldovan MFA has reported.

Moldova vows aid to farmers hit by Transnistrian taxes

Moldovan authorities pledged to assist farmers in the Dubăsari district, impacted by "illegal" taxes imposed by the unrecognised Transnistrian administration.

Norway will offer a grant of 35 million euros for natural gas procurement

The government today approved fiscal and customs facilities for Energocom's use of the 35 million euro grant offered by the Government of Norway through the NANSEN program, as well as the additional loan tranche of 165 million euro granted by the EBRD. The money will be used for the purchase of natural gas and will contribute to reducing the purchase price of natural gas and, respectively, to reducing the financial burden on the final consumer, informs the Ministry of Energy.