BREAKING NEWS! The Republic of Moldova will not participate in Eurovision 2025
Gas deliveries to the left bank of the Nistru, possible only through the Republic of Moldova. Expert: “It depends on the goodwill of Chisinau”
Tiraspol relies on the “goodwill” of Chișinău to sustain its economy in the current context of natural gas supply, said Eugenia Gusilov, director and founder of the Romanian Energy Center, during the “Zi de zi” program on Radio Moldova. She noted that the gas intended for delivery to the Transnistrian region by the Russian Federation, through a company called Ozbor Enterprises that is controlled by a former Gazprom executive, would only meet the region's basic needs.
Bogdan Nigai
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.
Transnistrian region could receive gas via Turkish Stream
Gas supplies to the Transnistrian region could be delivered through the Turkish Stream pipeline. According to information reported by Kommersant, on January 20, the Cypriot company Ozbor Enterprises reserved the capacity for 3.1 million cubic meters of gas per day at the Strandja-2 entry point, which is located on the border between Turkey and Bulgaria.
Daniela Savin
Traffic restrictions in Chisinau in connection with the visit of the Speaker of the National Assembly of Slovenia
Access to some public places in Chișinău is limited from today until January 24, due to the official visit of the Speaker of the National Assembly of Slovenia, Urška Klakočar Zupančič.
The Republic of Moldova has decided to withdraw from the Eurovision 2025 music contest. This announcement was made by Corneliu Durnescu, the director of the national television channel Moldova 1, and Daniela Crudu, the head of the Eurovision Moldova Delegation, on January 22. The decision came after a thorough analysis of the current situation, as well as the economic, administrative, and artistic challenges involved. Despite withdrawing from the contest, Moldova 1 TV will still broadcast live the two semi-finals and the grand final in Basel, allowing viewers to follow the competition in the best possible way.
Press review // The fate of the Republic of Moldova depends on how the new American administration will position itself in the war in Ukraine
Several publications from the Republic of Moldova examine how the new United States administration may affect security and stability in Europe, particularly regarding the potential signing of a peace agreement in the Russian-Ukrainian war. Experts suggest that the resolution of the Transnistrian issue will also depend on the developments in Ukraine.
Lidia Petrenco
Moldova’s first energy communities to boost local energy use
The first energy communities are expected to be established and tested in the Republic of Moldova starting this year.
Eliza Mihalache
High-voltage energy project set to power Moldova by 2025
The construction of the Vulcănești-Chișinău high-voltage transmission line (LEA) has reached approximately 50% completion.
Moldova seeks U.S. support for Transnistrian conflict resolution
Shifts in U.S. foreign policy and possible peace negotiations with Ukraine could present an opportunity for Moldova to secure American support in resolving the Transnistrian conflict.
Modernizing schools: Less paperwork, more teaching time
The Ministry of Education and Research is preparing a second set of measures to streamline bureaucracy, set to launch this year.
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.
Dumitru Petruleac