17 shahed drones used in Russian attack on Ukraine

Russian troops initiated an assault with 17 Shahed-type kamikaze drones and a Kh-59 guided air missile over Ukraine early on Friday, April 12, as reported by Ukrainian Air Force commander Mykola Oleschuk on Telegram, Kyiv Post reports.

OSCE Acting Chairperson in Chisinau: We will identify concrete steps to settle the Transnistrian conflict

The only way to resolve the Transnistrian conflict is only peaceful, complex and lasting in all its aspects. The declaration was made by the OSCE acting chairperson, Ian Borg, during a press conference held together with the deputy prime minister, Mihai Popșoi. In this sense, Ian Borg mentioned that the activity of the OSCE mission will focus on identifying concrete steps to strengthen trust and constructive dialogue between the parties, so that the conflict resolution process can advance at all levels.

Romania extended by 6 months the agreement with the Republic of Moldova regarding the coordinated control at the Albița border crossing point

The Bucharest executive decided in Thursday's meeting to extend for another 6 months, i.e. until October 15, 2024, the validity of the Agreement between the Government of Romania and the Government of the Republic of Moldova regarding the coordinated control on the territory of Romania at the Border Crossing Point (PTF) Albița (Romania) – Leușeni (Republic of Moldova) by road, on the way to enter Romania, reports Agerpres.

The accession to the EU and the reintegration of the Republic of Moldova are different processes, claims the EU representative for the negotiation process regarding the Transnistrian settlement

The accession to the European Union and the reintegration of the Republic of Moldova are different processes, said the representative of the European Union for the negotiation process regarding the Transnistrian settlement, Dorota Dlouchy-Suliga, at the Reintegration Forum, which took place today in Chisinau. According to the official, European integration is not a process of conflict resolution, but it could also have this effect. More than 100 officials and experts from the Republic of Moldova and several European countries participated in the forum.

EU has allocated 2 million euros for the reform of the key institutions that regulate the labor market in the Republic of Moldova

The European Union has allocated 2 million euros for the reform of the key institutions that regulate the labor market in the Republic of Moldova. The project lasts two years and will contribute to improving access to better employment opportunities in the Republic of Moldova. According to the Minister of Labor and Social Protection, Alexei Buzu, our country has proved a strong commitment to promoting equality and social rights, protecting employees and encouraging job creation.

Ukraine parliament passes bill to overhaul army draft rules

Ukraine’s parliament passed a law on Thursday that will govern how the country recruits new conscripts, following months of delay and after thousands of amendments were submitted to water down the initial draft, AP reports.

The Republic of Moldova and the Kingdom of the Netherlands will strengthen their defense cooperation

The Netherlands will provide financial support worth four million euros to increase the resilience of the state institutions of the Republic of Moldova. This was announced by the Minister of Defense of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Kajsa Ollongren, who is on a visit to our country. During a meeting with the Minister of Defense in Chisinau, the two officials also signed a bilateral agreement that will strengthen the partnership between the two countries in the military field.

OSCE Chair-in-Office Ian Borg on a visit to Chisinau

The Republic of Moldova has proved a strong commitment to the promotion of equality and social rights, the protection of employees and the encouragement of job creation, thus contributing significantly to the principles outlined in the European Pillar of Social Rights, said the Minister of Labor and Social Protection, Alexei Buzu, at the press conference held alongside the European Commissioner for Jobs and Social Rights and the Director General of the International Labor Organization.

Russian attacks completely destroy Trypilska TPP

After a heavy missile attack on the night of Thursday, April 11, Russian troops completely destroyed the Trypilska Thermal Power Plant (TPP) in Kyiv region, informs Interfax-Ucraina.

Victoria Cazacu, excluded from PAS Party

Deputy Victoria Cazacu was excluded from the faction of the Action and Solidarity Party. The announcement was made by the deputy chairperson of the Legislative, Doina Gherman, during the Parliament session on April 11. The decision was taken after her daughter was targeted in a corruption scheme at Chisinau Airport.

Forum for Reintegration // Oleg Serebrian: "It is difficult to talk about the settlement of the Transnistrian problem without peace in Ukraine"

Without peace in Ukraine, it is difficult to talk about the settlement of the Transnistrian problem, said the Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, Oleg Serebrian, at the first Reintegration Forum of the Republic of Moldova, which is being held today in Chisinau. According to the official, the Chisinau authorities have the obligation to coordinate their actions with international partners.

OSCE Chair-in-Office Ian Borg will pay a visit to Chisinau

The OSCE Chair-in-Office, Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade of Malta, Ian Borg, will pay a visit to Chisinau.