Romania's new school year: Mobile phone ban and career portfolios required

Approximately three million preschoolers and students in Romania commence the new school year today, September 9.

Michel Barnier appointed as prime minister amid left-wing protests

Although the left emerged victorious, albeit in a somewhat fragmented manner, in the recent legislative elections, the prime minister appointed on Friday by President Emmanuel Macron, former European Commissioner Michel Barnier, is a figure more aligned with the right.

Moldova’s EU path: Challenges, migration, and Russian tactics

The phenomenon of the "exodus" of Moldovans from the Republic of Moldova has sparked significant debate, prompting discussions around the reasons behind their departure and the broader implications for the country.

EU boosts aid for Moldova amidst security concerns

Siegfried Mureșan, the President of the European Parliament's Delegation for relations with Moldova and a negotiator on the EU budget, announced that he had submitted an amendment to the draft Union budget for the upcoming year.

Moldova votes on EU accession: Referendum insights for October

The Republican Constitutional Referendum, scheduled for October 20, 2024, offers all citizens of the Republic of Moldova a unique opportunity to participate directly in the amendment of a law.

Moldova and Hungary strengthen ties through economic cooperation

By the end of this year, at least three training visits to Hungary will be organised for public officials from the Ministry of Agriculture, the Customs Service, and representatives of local public administration.

World Bank grants $40 million for Moldova's disaster readiness

The Republic of Moldova is set to install and implement an electronic public warning system to address natural hazards.

Council of Europe opens AI treaty

The Council of Europe’s Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy, and the Rule of Law, Convention CETS No. 225, was opened for signatures on Thursday, September 5, during a conference of justice ministers from the member states of the Council of Europe in Vilnius.

Moldova’s justice reform faces delays but pushes forward

The justice reform has not progressed as quickly or efficiently as initially hoped, and tangible results in high-profile cases have been delayed.

News in brief: Russia's shadow looms over Moldova's elections

Controversy surrounding Moldovan priests captured in compromising situations in Moscow, concerns over Russia's substantial funding of the Șor group and its potential influence on the presidential elections, coupled with the acceleration of Moldova's EU accession process, dominate the headlines.

Kövesi: Moldova's justice reform must continue despite challenges

Justice reform in the Republic of Moldova cannot be halted or postponed due to "inefficient" financial resources or imperfect infrastructure.

EU's Multiannual Budget: Mureșan to lead negotiations

Romanian MEP Siegfried Mureșan has been appointed by the political groups in the European Parliament as the chief negotiator for the upcoming Multiannual Budget of the European Union.