Moldova Eyes EU Entry by 2030: Talks Begin

On June 21, 2024, President Maia Sandu signed a decree initiating negotiations on Moldova's accession to the European Union (EU).

Moldova Exports to EU Boom: Agriculture Leads Growth

The Republic of Moldova exports over USD 2.8 billion worth of goods to the European Union, a key market for the country. Nearly half (around 48%) of these exports are agricultural products.

National Bank of Moldova Sets 3.60% Base Rate: Targets 5% Inflation

The Executive Committee of the National Bank of Moldova has unanimously adopted a new monetary policy decision, maintaining the base rate applied to its principal short-term monetary policy operations at 3.60 percent annually.

Ukraine's Right to Self-Defence: US Weapons Authorised for Russian Targets

The Ukrainian armed forces are authorised to use weapons supplied by the United States to target military installations across Russian territory, not limited to those near the Kharkiv region.

Mark Rutte Named Next NATO Secretary General

Mark Rutte will be the next Secretary General of NATO, after all 32 members of the alliance agreed that the Dutch Prime Minister will succeed Jens Stoltenberg. Hungary and Slovakia announced on Tuesday that they no longer oppose Mark Rutte's appointment as NATO leader.

Romania Sends Patriot System to Bolster Ukraine's Defence

The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, sent a message of thanks to Romania and the leader at Cotroceni, Klaus Iohannis, for the decision to send a Patriot air defence system to Ukraine.

Germany Reaffirms Support for Moldova's EU Integration Path

On the eve of the first intergovernmental conference marking the official launch of accession negotiations, Germany reiterated its support for the Republic of Moldova's European integration path.

Moldova to Legalise Drought-Resistant Hemp

Moldova is poised to legalise the cultivation of industrial hemp. Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry (MAIA) Vladimir Bolea made this announcement during a Jurnal TV broadcast.

Hajj Pilgrimage Death Toll Surpasses 1,000 Amid Intense Heat

The death toll at the great Muslim pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, which took place under intense heat, has exceeded one thousand, according to a report by AFP based on data provided by various countries.

Seventh Attack on DTEK Plant Amid Ongoing Russian Strikes

The Ukrainian energy company DTEK reports that, on the night of Wednesday to Thursday, the Russian army fired on one of the company’s thermal power plants.

Don't Swim! Nistru River Pollution Warning Issued

The Nistru River is reportedly polluted following a malfunction in the sewage system of the city of Tighina. The malfunction caused waste to spill into the river.

Moldova: Strong Wind Warning Issued Tonight

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Yellow Warning for strong northerly winds. The warning remains in effect until tonight, June 20th, at 8:00 PM.