Russia threat forces Europe's shift to military self-sufficiency

The geopolitical context has fundamentally changed how NATO and Europe conceive of collective defence, states Retired Romanian officer Sandu-Valentin Mateiu.

Roberta Metsola in Chișinău; opposition seeks fund verification

Opposition leaders in Moldova's parliament have welcomed the visit of European Parliament President Roberta Metsola to Chișinău but are formally requesting the Brussels official to launch a verification into the usage of European Funds Moldova has received.

Maia Sandu, Metsola meeting after major EU report

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola is set to deliver a key address this Friday morning, November 7, to the Moldovan Legislature in Chișinău. The speech will mark the formal constitution of the 12th Parliament.

CEC sets party funding based on results of the last parliamentary elections

The political parties that participated in the parliamentary elections on September 28 will receive 0.99 lei for each vote they received. The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) established the amount of state budget allocations for political parties for the months of November and December 2025 during a meeting held on November 6.

Prime Minister Munteanu reiterates Moldova's support for Ukraine's territorial integrity

The Republic of Moldova reaffirms its support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine while condemning Russian aggression against its neighbor. This statement was reiterated by Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu during a meeting on Thursday, November 6, with the Ukrainian Ambassador to the Republic of Moldova, Paun Rohovei.

Mandates of eight new deputies validated by the Constitutional Court

On Thursday, November 6, the Constitutional Court confirmed the mandates of eight deputies elected from the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) list in the most recent parliamentary elections. These new parliamentarians will take the place of former party colleagues who have left to join the Munteanu Government, accepted other public roles, or retired from politics.

The US and Romania reaffirm support for Moldova’s European path and national security

The USA and Romania will continue to support Moldova in reforming, modernizing, strengthening national security, and joining the European Union.

Children born on the left bank of the Nistru will automatically receive "transnistrian citizenship"

Children born on the left bank of the Nistru will automatically obtain the so-called "transnistrian citizenship" without the need for their parents to apply in this regard. The decision was taken by the alleged legislative body of the separatist entity of the Republic of Moldova and will enter into force after being countersigned by the so-called Transnistrian leader, Vadim Krasnoselski.

Minister of Culture: Opposition's reaction to the closure of the Russian Science Center shows "whose interests they serve"

The Russian Center for Science and Culture, known as "Ruskii Dom," in Chisinau has become a propaganda tool for the Kremlin, a fact recognized at the European Union level. Minister of Culture Cristian Jardan stated on the IN CONTEXT show on Moldova 1 TV that the opposition parties' exaggerated reaction to its closure clearly indicates whose interests they serve. On November 5, the government announced the termination of the 1998 Cultural Agreement, following the decision's approval in Parliament and the official notification from Moscow regarding the closure of this entity.

Experts, on Radio Moldova: The Government must deliver quick and tangible results

The Munteanu government needs to deliver swift and substantial results. Key priorities include driving investments and promoting economic growth, along with completing the justice reform to restore citizens’ trust. These priorities were highlighted by experts Victor Ciobanu and Pavel Horea during the "Public Space" show on Radio Moldova, following the first meeting of the new executive.

Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu will make his first visit abroad to Bucharest

The government is organizing Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu's visit to Romania. This will be his first official trip abroad in this position. After Bucharest, he will continue to Brussels.

Alexandru Iacub named Deputy Secretary General; Radu Vrabie replaces him at Customs Service

Alexandru Iacub is stepping down from his role as the leader of the Customs Service to become the Deputy Secretary General of the Government, starting on November 6. This decision was approved during the first meeting of the new Government on Wednesday, November 5. During the same meeting, the Cabinet of Ministers also supported the appointment of Radu Vrabie as the new Director of the Customs Service.