NATO an important partner for Moldova’s security, ambassador

The Republic of Moldova must strengthen and diversify its security options in response to shifting geopolitical dynamics in the region. NATO is a key partner in this effort, as stated by Viorel Cibotaru, the Ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to the Kingdom of Belgium and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. These comments come during a time of heightened dialogue between Chisinau and NATO, particularly highlighted by the recent visit of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mihai Popșoi, to Brussels.

Chișinău rules out return to Russian gas

The Republic of Moldova is not planning to return to Russian gas, despite requests from some opposition parties to restart direct negotiations with Moscow. The Speaker of the Parliament, Igor Grosu, states that recent years have demonstrated how Gazprom has used gas supplies as a tool for political pressure on Chisinau.

​Moldova seeks Venice Commission verdict on expedited judicial reform changes

​The Parliament of the Republic of Moldova has officially submitted the complete draft law regarding the appointment of international experts for judicial and prosecutorial vetting to the Venice Commission.

Resilience amid reform: Moldova Parliament rejects no-confidence motion against Defense Ministry

The Parliament of the Republic of Moldova rejected a no-confidence motion against Minister of Defense Anatolie Nosatii on March 12. The vote reaffirms the government’s commitment to transforming the National Army into a professional, Western-aligned force.

President Sandu urges accelerated EU integration in historic Vilnius address

President Maia Sandu has called for the acceleration of Moldova’s European Union accession, defining the process as a critical security imperative for both Chisinau and the broader European continent.

Ending the post-Soviet era: Moldova cuts ties with CIS over Russian aggression

The Moldovan Government officially approved draft laws on Wednesday, March 11, to denounce the founding charter and statute of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). This decisive move marks a final systemic break from the Moscow-led organization, with the documents now heading to Parliament for a final vote.

Deputy PM Valeriu Chiveri discussed the Transnistrian conflict with Romanian officials in Bucharest

Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, Valeriu Chiveri, met with Romanian officials in Bucharest to discuss recent developments in the Transnistrian conflict resolution process. They also covered the regional security situation and the coordination of efforts to support the Republic of Moldova's stability and resilience.

In Vilnius, Maia Sandu: “A Moldova anchored in the EU strengthens Europe’s eastern flank. Ukraine must win”

Moldova contributes to European security and reaffirms support for Ukraine, President Maia Sandu said in Vilnius during a joint press conference with Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda. She stressed that the country’s European integration would guarantee security for Chișinău and strengthen the eastern flank of the European Union. Maia Sandu also said that Moldova follows Lithuania’s path toward the European Union.

Chisinau's Foreign Minister visits Brussels to strengthen partnerships with the EU and NATO

The head of diplomacy in Chisinau, Mihai Popșoi, is on a working visit to Brussels from March 10 to 11 to strengthen strategic partnerships with the European Union and NATO.

Tiraspol proposes its own vision for convergence fund through joint effort of negotiation participants

Vadim Krasnoselski, the separatist leader from Tiraspol, has expressed his welcome for the resumption of negotiations with Chisinau. However, he remains skeptical about the proposal put forward by the constitutional authorities of the Republic of Moldova to establish a convergence fund aimed at fostering closer relations between the two banks of the Nistru.

Maia Sandu, in Vilnius to mark 36 years since Lithuania's separation from the Soviet Union

Maia Sandu, the President of the Republic of Moldova, will deliver a speech on March 11 during a plenary session of the Parliament in Vilnius. This session is a solemn event commemorating the 36th anniversary of Lithuania's restoration of independence from the Soviet Union.

Chișinău and Tel Aviv Foreign Ministers discuss situation of Moldovan citizens in Israel

On Monday, March 9, Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi, who is also the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova, spoke by phone with his Israeli counterpart, Gideon Sa'ar. They discussed the situation of Moldovan citizens in Israel amid growing security risks in the Middle East, particularly rising military tensions in the region.