Moldovan reservists to be called up for training

The Moldovan National Army will hold exercises with the participation of military reservists, according to the 2023 training plan and the Law on the Reserve of the Armed Forces, the Ministry of Defense announced.

Ukrainian forces make gains in southern Ukraine

Ukrainian forces have made incremental gains in their counteroffensive in southern Ukraine, advancing beyond Russian defensive lines in the Zaporozhye region, according to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW).

Moldova: Belgium to open embassy in capital

The Kingdom of Belgium will open an embassy in the Republic of Moldova. The inauguration of the new embassy will take place tomorrow, September 6, at 3:20 p.m., at the National Business Center.

Local elections in Moldova: Nomination period begins

The Central Election Commission (CEC) announced on Tuesday, that the nomination period for local elections begins on September 6. The elections will be held for district councils, municipal councils, and the mayorships of Chișinău and Bălți.

Press review presented by Alla Ceapai, September 5

For the first time in Moldovan history, Gazprom is no longer in control of the country's gas networks. The network will now be operated by Vestmoldtransgaz, a joint venture between Transgaz Romania and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). The move is seen as a major step towards reducing Moldova's reliance on Russian gas.

ODA approves 45 investment projects for Moldovan businesses

The Organization for the Development of Entrepreneurship (ODA) has approved 45 investment projects for Moldovan businesses.

Russia's "Zapad" exercises cancelled due to Ukraine conflict

Russia has cancelled its major military exercises "Zapad" this year due to the war in Ukraine, the Russian Defense Ministry said Monday.

Doctor: Counting calories can help you lose weight, but do it right

Counting calories is a common practice for people who want to lose weight. However, is it healthy to do so?

Wizz Air to return to Moldova, other airlines in talks

Moldova's Minister of Infrastructure and Regional Development, Andrei Spînu, told the show "360 Degrees" on Radio Moldova on Monday that low-cost airline Wizz Air is in talks to return to the country.

Moldova's PM calls for improved human rights in Transnistria

The Moldovan government has vowed to improve human rights, especially in the breakaway region of Transnistria, following a meeting of the Council for Human Rights on Monday.

Transgaz to take over Moldova's natural gas transport system

Transgaz, the Romanian national natural gas transport company, is on track to take over the entire natural gas transport system in Moldova, including the breakaway region of Transnistria, Gându reports.

Moldova aims to become education hub for foreign students

Moldova has the potential to become an education exporter, with the number of foreign students in the country increasing for the second year in a row, education experts say.