Chișinău’s mayor requests compensation for rising energy costs

The increase in energy costs will lead to an additional expenditure of about 400 million lei (€20 mln) for the city of Chișinău, the mayor of the capital announced during the weekly City Hall meeting on January 20.

Maia Sandu convenes Moldova's Supreme Security Council to tackle corruption

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, convened the Supreme Security Council (SSC) on Monday, January 20, 2025.

Press Review // Moldova’s energy crisis: How Russia’s lies threaten stability

Falsehoods spread in the public sphere amid the energy crisis on the left bank of the Dniester continue to attract attention from national media.

How Moldova’s differentiated tariffs can help you save on energy

From today, January 20th, differentiated electricity tariffs will come into effect. The introduction of these tariffs gives consumers in the Republic of Moldova the opportunity to optimize costs by adjusting their energy consumption.

Lithuanian MP: The Republic of Moldova must invest more in national defense

The Republic of Moldova needs to invest in national defense, even though there are concerns that increasing military spending might negatively impact pensions and salaries. To secure its future, Moldova should develop a comprehensive plan to raise its military budget to at least 4% of GDP. These statements were made by Jighimantas Pavilionis, the Deputy Chairman of the Foreign Policy Committee of the Seimas of Lithuania, during the "Diplomatic Dimension" program on Moldova 1 TV.

Maia Sandu: Financial aid on the left bank of the Nistru will depend on two conditions

President Maia Sandu has stated that financial aid for the left bank of the Nistru will depend on certain conditions. According to her, this support can only be provided with the involvement of donors and if two specific criteria are met. Additionally, Maia Sandu urged citizens on both sides of the river to seek peace and reconciliation in order to navigate the energy crisis caused by Moscow. These statements were made during a podcast launched by the Presidency.

Energy consumption will increase by 16% on Monday

Electricity consumption on the right bank of the Nistru for Monday, January 20, is fully covered at 100%, according to Energocom. The institution has prepared a forecast based on data from producers and distributors, indicating that consumption on this day is expected to be approximately 16% higher than on the previous day.

Photojournalist Nicolae Pojoga passed away

Nicolae Pojoga, a photojournalist and educator known for capturing key historical moments, passed away on the night of Saturday to Sunday at 1:00 AM. This was announced by Cartier Publishing House on its Facebook page.

Electricity demand on the right bank covered for January 19. Disconnections continue on the left bank of the Nistru

The electricity supply for the right bank of the Nistru has been completely secured for January 19. According to the Government Crisis Cell, there is no need to activate emergency contracts at this time. However, the left bank of the Nistru is still experiencing an electricity deficit, resulting in rotational blackouts that last five hours and occur once daily.

Orthodox Christians celebrate Epiphany

Orthodox Christians that follow the Julian Calendar observe Epiphany on January 19. It is a Christian feast day that celebrates the revelation of God made Man in the person of Jesus Christs.

Authorities deny Russian fake: “Chisinau has never blocked natural gas supplies on the left bank of the Nistru”

Chisinau has never blocked natural gas supplies to the left bank of the Nistru. The authorities in Chisinau have consistently called for an end to energy blackmail in the region. This statement was made by government spokesman Daniel Voda in response to accusations from Vadim Krasnoselski, the alleged leader in Tiraspol. Krasnoselski claimed during a meeting with Russian ambassador-designate Oleg Ozerov that the Republic of Moldova would obstruct the gas supply process, thereby prolonging the energy crisis in the region.

CEC proposes implementation of postal voting in 2025 parliamentary elections

The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) is proposing the partial implementation of postal voting in the parliamentary elections scheduled for 2025. This proposal includes the possibility of expanding the number of countries where this voting method can be applied. The recommendation is part of a report approved on January 17, which evaluates the effectiveness of postal voting used during the presidential elections and the constitutional referendum held in the fall of the previous year.