Dorin Recean, at Davos: "Disinformation is a global challenge. It knows no borders"

The risks of foreign interference in the electoral process and the experience of the Republic of Moldova in organizing the election, as well as the actions by which the Russian Federation tried to disrupt the democratic processes in our country, were the topics addressed by Prime Minister Dorin Recean at the panel dedicated to the elections, held within the Davos Economic Forum.

Slovenia will assist the Republic of Moldova in EU accession process

.Janez Potocnik, the former chief negotiator for Slovenia's accession to the European Union, will assist Moldovan authorities in their efforts to join the EU. He is scheduled to visit Chisinau. This announcement was made by Urška Klakočar Zupančič, the Speaker of the National Assembly of Slovenia, who is currently in Chisinau. She emphasized that the visit aims to strengthen relations between Slovenia and the Republic of Moldova at all levels.

Speculation about gas for the Transnistrian region: The government was not informed about new supply solutions

The government has not received any information regarding new gas supply solutions for the Transnistrian region, according to government spokesman Daniel Vodă. This statement follows reports in the Russian media that supplies could begin in February through the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline. Additionally, the authorities in Chisinau have formally requested the Russian Embassy to identify the companies involved in the potential resumption of natural gas supplies to the region. However, no response has been received so far.

Trump’s inauguration: Key priorities for U.S. and Europe

The fight against migration, economic recovery, ending the war in Ukraine, and resolving the conflict in the Middle East are among the main priorities announced by the elected President of the United States, Donald Trump, who is currently being inaugurated.

Moldova demands Russian troop withdrawal from Transnistria

For nearly three decades, Chisinau has consistently pressed for the withdrawal of Russian troops stationed in the Transnistrian region.

Lithuanian MP: The Republic of Moldova must invest more in national defense

The Republic of Moldova needs to invest in national defense, even though there are concerns that increasing military spending might negatively impact pensions and salaries. To secure its future, Moldova should develop a comprehensive plan to raise its military budget to at least 4% of GDP. These statements were made by Jighimantas Pavilionis, the Deputy Chairman of the Foreign Policy Committee of the Seimas of Lithuania, during the "Diplomatic Dimension" program on Moldova 1 TV.

Maia Sandu: Financial aid on the left bank of the Nistru will depend on two conditions

President Maia Sandu has stated that financial aid for the left bank of the Nistru will depend on certain conditions. According to her, this support can only be provided with the involvement of donors and if two specific criteria are met. Additionally, Maia Sandu urged citizens on both sides of the river to seek peace and reconciliation in order to navigate the energy crisis caused by Moscow. These statements were made during a podcast launched by the Presidency.

Authorities deny Russian fake: “Chisinau has never blocked natural gas supplies on the left bank of the Nistru”

Chisinau has never blocked natural gas supplies to the left bank of the Nistru. The authorities in Chisinau have consistently called for an end to energy blackmail in the region. This statement was made by government spokesman Daniel Voda in response to accusations from Vadim Krasnoselski, the alleged leader in Tiraspol. Krasnoselski claimed during a meeting with Russian ambassador-designate Oleg Ozerov that the Republic of Moldova would obstruct the gas supply process, thereby prolonging the energy crisis in the region.

Mihai Popsoi, at the meeting with Ukrainian officials: Ukraine defends our common values and protects the Republic of Moldova from the Kremlin's wrath

The regional security situation, strengthening energy security and combating disinformation were the topics discussed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova, Mihai Popsoi, at the meetings with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, the Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, and Prime Minister Denis Shmyhal. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the meetings took place on the sidelines of the "Ukraine - South-Eastern Europe" Summit, which was attended by several foreign ministers from the region.

Tiraspol blocks humanitarian aid talks amid energy crisis

Although political representatives from Tiraspol claim safety concerns as their reason for not attending meetings in Chișinău, the same individuals move freely on the right bank of the Dniester River on various occasions, raising questions, according to Oleg Serebrian, the Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration.

Russia's impact on Moldova's energy crisis and stability explained

Prime Minister Dorin Recean spoke with Vadim Krasnoselski, the self-proclaimed leader of Transnistria, shortly after his return from Moscow, where they discussed the possibility of resuming gas deliveries to the left bank of the Dniester.

How Russia uses Gazprom to influence Moldova’s energy and politics

For more than three decades, the Russian Federation has supported the separatist regime in Tiraspol by providing gas supplies and intends to continue doing so through various means.