Moldova aligns itself with EU sanctions against Russia and Iran

The Republic of Moldova has joined the European Union's new sanctions framework against Iran, which provides military support to the Russian Federation.

Gagauz MPs seek revision of VAT refund draft law

Gagauz People's Assembly deputies are seeking revision of a draft law that would see economic agents in the autonomy refunded VAT from the local budget, rather than the national budget.

Moldovan ambassadors to meet in Chisinau to discuss foreign policy

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration (MFAEI) of Moldova is organising a meeting of Moldovan ambassadors in Chisinau from 16 to 17 August 2023. The event will be opened by President Maia Sandu and Deputy Prime Minister Nicu Popescu.

Moldova's European model of development a guarantee of security and prosperity

The European model of development is a guarantee of security and prosperity, which the Republic of Moldova should have adopted immediately after declaring independence, according to participants in the public debate with the title "The Price and Effects of Independence", organised by the IPN Agency. In their opinion, in the early 1990s there was no political class to promote this goal.

Moldova denounces CIS agreement on disarmament

Moldova has denounced another agreement with the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). The agreement refers to the creation of a joint advisory commission on disarmament issues. Defense Minister Anatolie Nosatîi considers the denunciation of the document to be opportune, as the agreement has not been implemented in the country since it was signed in 1992, and is no longer relevant.

Anti Corruption Prosecutor's Office disagrees with judges' decision to free Vladimir Andronachi

The Head of the Anti Corruption Prosecutor's Office, Veronica Dragalin, has responded to the release from house arrest of former MP Vladimir Andronachi on "personal guarantees" worth 22,000 lei, provided by two mayors from Cahul district, a religious leader, and a civilian. He is charged on several counts in the criminal cases - Bank Fraud and Metalferos. Current legislation does not allow the appeal of the decision in court.

Russian diplomats quit the Republic of Moldova following the authorities' decision to cut their numbers

This morning, a Russian plane landed at Chisinau International Airport. It is to transport Russian diplomats who have ended their work in Chisinau, after the government authorities decided to reduce the number of employees of the Russian Embassy in Moldova.

Expert: Blocking grain exports from Ukraine creates global food insecurity risks

The export of grain is an important part of Ukraine's economy, and blocking it endangers the country's economic security and creates risks of food insecurity worldwide. The statement was made by the director of the Institute of Political Studies and Social Capital in Chernivtsi, Marin Gherman, in the show "Paralela 47" on Radio Moldova.

The Parliament will meet in an extraordinary session to apply amendments to the State Budget

Deputies are to meet next week in an extraordinary session of the Parliament to apply several amendments to the State Budget. The information was confirmed for Radio Moldova by the PAS deputy, Vasile Grădinaru.

The ex-chief negotiator for Romania's integration into the European Union comes to Chisinau to train Moldovan officials

The former chief negotiator for Romania's integration into the European Union, Vasile Pușcaș, will come to Chisinau in September to train officials from the Republic of Moldova regarding the accession process of our country to the EU bloc. The information was confirmed by the official from Bucharest for Radio Moldova.

Eight agreements concluded on the CSI platform were denounced by Parliament in the spring session

In the past ordinary session, Parliament denounced eight agreements concluded on the platform of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). The documents are related to energy, education, labor protection, standardization, liquidation of the consequences of emergency situations, free trade. In the context of our country's European journey, participation in CIS commitments or projects becomes irrelevant.

When the EU-Gagauzia dialogue will be launched and what Maia Sandu says about the appointment of Evgenia Gutul as a member of the Government

The European Union delegation in Chisinau will launch a dialogue with the Gagauz authorities when all legal procedures are completed following the election of a new Bashkan, EU Ambassador Janis Mazeiks said. However, the diplomat said, it is very important to understand who the new Bashkan will represent - the Gagauz or a party declared unconstitutional.