Moldova: CSP election keys justice reform

Underscoring its pivotal role in propelling stalled justice reforms, President Maia Sandu called for the prompt election of a new Superior Council of Prosecutors (CSP) this week.

KIV retires: Chisinau Airport embraces RMO

Signalling a strategic shift towards international alignment and independent identity, Chisinau International Airport will implement a new International Air Transport Association (IATA) code, RMO, effective January 18, 2024.

Moldova farmers lobby for permanent grain import limits

Moldovan farmers are pressing the government for a permanent import quota regime on cereals and oilseeds, mirroring systems in Romania and Bulgaria.

Moldova's EU bid hinges on three key reforms

Moldova's aspirations to join the European Union face a critical juncture, as completing three outstanding recommendations from the European Commission remains the primary obstacle to launching formal accession negotiations.

Wagner defector exposes Ukraine atrocity orders

A former officer of the Wagner Group, a Russian paramilitary force, is set to provide crucial testimony at the International Criminal Court (ICC) concerning alleged atrocities against civilians in Ukraine. Igor Salikov, 60, fled Russia and currently resides in the Netherlands.

Moldova's anti-corruption climb: Real or perceived

Moldova has made progress in its fight against corruption, according to the 2023 Public Integrity Index. The country moved up several spots in the rankings, placing 35th globally.

Emergency ends, Moldova charts new course

Moldova's state of emergency, instituted at the onset of the Ukraine war, will officially draw to a close on December 31st, Prime Minister Dorin Recean confirmed on TV8.

EU migration plan: Fragile truce

After years of internal discord, the European Union (EU) has crafted a nascent migration policy framework.

UN reconsiders Gaza truce: Ceasefire vote looms

The United Nations Security Council is primed to vote on a revised proposal for a Gaza ceasefire on Tuesday, marking a potential shift in the international response following the United States' earlier veto of a similar resolution, as reported by The Guardian.

Charles Michel announces an extraordinary EU summit for 1 February

The European Union will hold an extraordinary summit on February 1 in an attempt to agree on the revision of its multi-year budget, including funds for Ukraine, the president of the European Council, Charles Michel, said on Monday, reports Reuters and Agerpres.

Pope Francis authorizes blessings for same-sex couples

Pope Francis formally permitted Roman Catholic priests to bless same-sex couples on Monday, in a significant shift in the church’s approach to LGBTQ+ people, CNN reports.

Adrian Lebedinschi renounces the mandate of deputy in favor of that of councilor in the CMC

The deputy of the Bloc of Communists and Socialists (PSRM), Adrian Lebedinschi, announced, during a public event, that he intends to submit his mandate as a deputy. Lebedinschi decided to give up the parliamentary mandate in favor of the councilor in the Chisinau Municipal Council.