Moldova, Ukraine to work together to improve connectivity
Moldova and Ukraine have agreed to accelerate the construction of the Cosăuți-Iampil bridge, which will connect the two countries over the Dniester River.
Dumitru Petruleac
Government to invest in education, increase teachers' salaries
The basic salaries of teachers in Moldova will increase starting January 1, 2024, Education and Research Minister Dan Perciun announced on Facebook. Perciun said that the current salaries are insufficient, but that the government is committed to increasing them responsibly.
Expert: Moldova can revitalise infrastructure with Ukraine grain transit
The transit of Ukrainian grain could be an opportunity for Moldova to develop its infrastructure, according to Andrei Curăraru, an expert in foreign policy. He said that carriers would generate more revenue and be able to connect with European infrastructure.
France rejects Niger coup, condemns ambassador eviction
The Nigerien junta has ordered the French ambassador to the country to leave in 48 hours, according to CNN.
Viorica Rusica
Moldova secures 300 million cubic metres of natural gas
The Moldovan state-owned energy company Energocom has announced that it has purchased approximately 300 million cubic metres (m3) of natural gas in the period from June to July 2023.
Ukraine strikes Crimean Brigade with drones, killing dozens
The Ukrainian military launched multiple drones against a Russian brigade in Crimea on Friday night, killing dozens of Russian troops, according to Ukrainian media citing the intelligence services. The Russian government has not commented on the attack.
Moldova takes steps to diversify energy sources, but challenges remain
Moldova's energy sector remains one of the most vulnerable areas of the country, 32 years after independence, according to energy expert Sergiu Tofilat.
Moldova's wine exports soar 34% in first 7 months of 2023
Moldova's wine exports surged 34% in the first seven months of 2023, compared to the same period of 2022, according to the National Wine Office of Moldova.
Olga Mînzat
Air Moldova faces backlash over flight cancellations
The Civil Aviation Authority of Moldova (CAA) has received over 400 complaints from passengers whose flights have been cancelled since the beginning of the year. The majority of the complaints are directed at the national airline, Air Moldova.
Serafim Gangan
Putin denies involvement in plane crash that killed Wagner mercenary leader
The Kremlin has rejected claims that Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the assassination of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of the Wagner mercenary group.
Moldova's mandatory health insurance system: A success, but challenges remain
The implementation of the mandatory health insurance system in Moldova has been the country's most significant achievement in the health care sector since independence, according to Ion Dodon, the general director of the National Health Insurance Company.
Moldova and Romania deepen ties as EU candidacy progresses
The status of Moldova as a candidate country for EU membership is boosting cooperation with Romania, according to the country's ambassador to Bucharest, Victor Chirilă.
Ionela Golban