Tofan concludes talks with parliamentary factions as opposition sets conditions

Prime Minister-designate Vasile Tofan held consultations with opposition parties on July 16 in preparation for the upcoming vote on the government's inauguration. Some parties have already announced that they will not support the new Cabinet, expressing concerns that Tofan may face the same fate as former Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu. Meanwhile, other parties stated that they would determine their vote after the government's program and list of ministers are presented.

Returning illicit salaries does not bar prosecution, expert warns

Returning or donating unearned public salaries does not extinguish criminal liability or address systemic governance failures in state enterprises, anti-corruption expert Cristina Ciubotaru warned during a broadcast on Radio Moldova.

"We promise less and deliver more": Mihai Popșoi's message to the European Economic and Social Committee

The reforms implemented by the authorities are primarily aimed at improving citizens' lives, with the goal of meeting the requirements for Moldova's accession to the European Union as a secondary consideration. This message was communicated by Mihai Popșoi, the acting Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, during the plenary session of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) in Brussels.

Ukraine defense minister quits amid military rift

Protests erupted across several Ukrainian cities on Thursday, July 16, following reports that Defense Minister Mikhail Fyodorov is stepping down. In Kiev, demonstrators gathered in Ivan Franko Square, waving Ukrainian and EU flags while demanding Fyodorov’s reinstatement.

Marta Kos: European Commission preparing new enlargement rules at the fastest pace in 15 years

All four remaining negotiation clusters for the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine are ready to open and will commence as soon as the member states reach a consensus within the Council of the European Union. This announcement was made on Thursday, July 16, by the European Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, during her address at the European Economic and Social Committee in Brussels.

TRM Supervisory Board receives another application for director-general

Initially, six applications, not five, were submitted for the position of general director at Teleradio-Moldova (TRM). During an additional review of the official email, the Supervisory Board of TRM discovered that an application from Dumitru Vieru had been mistakenly omitted. Although it was submitted on time, it was not included in the initial count.

Nine more personalities named Honorary Citizens of Chișinău

On Thursday, July 16, the Chisinau Municipal Council (CMC) approved the proposal from the General Directorate of Culture to name nine more Honorary Citizens in Chisinau municipality, including singers, poets, and champions.

Plastic funeral wreaths could be banned

Plastic wreaths and funeral ornaments may soon be banned from sale, according to a proposal from the Ministry of Environment. The ministry cites the negative environmental impact of these items once they end up in cemeteries. This initiative has sparked debate in society: while environmentalists support the ban, traders argue against it, stating that alternatives made from natural materials are often much more expensive and inaccessible to many families.

MFA: Three Moldovan family members died in the Greece accident; seven-year-old child hospitalized

A family from the Republic of Moldova was involved in a serious road accident on the afternoon of July 15 in the Halkidiki region of Greece. After a violent collision between their car and a tanker truck, the woman and her baby tragically died at the scene, while the man later died in the hospital. The couple's second child was injured and is currently hospitalized, according to Greek media reports.

Igor Grosu calls for defense investments after Copanca drone incident

A drone that fell on the night of July 13 in Copanca, Causeni district, nearly exploded, which could have caused serious damage. This was stated by the Speaker of the Parliament, Igor Grosu, during the show "I and the EU" on Moldova 1. According to Grosu, it is essential to summon the accredited ambassador of the Russian Federation to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs following such incidents, even if this may not be the most efficient approach.

Venice Commission evaluates Moldova's new Parliament Code

A group of rapporteurs from the Venice Commission is currently assessing the Code on the Organization and Functioning of Parliament during a fact-finding visit to the Republic of Moldova, which takes place from July 16 to 17. At the conclusion of the visit, the rapporteurs will present their opinion on the draft.

From August 10, stores must display the country of origin of food products

Starting on August 10, 2026, retailers will be required to display the country of origin for food products on their price labels, as mandated by new provisions of the Internal Trade Law. This measure aims to provide consumers with clearer and more accurate information.