Deputies did not receive any awards or salary increases

During 2024, the deputies of the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova did not receive any awards or salary increases. This clarification was made by the legislative institution in response to misinformation spread on digital platforms and social networks, which it describes as "fake and manipulative."

School dropout rate is increasing in the Republic of Moldova. Psychologist's opinion

Data from the Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) show that in the second semester of the 2023-2024 academic year, about 250 students aged between 7 and 16 left school before completing their studies. Psychology specialists point out that school dropout is based on multiple causes, from economic and social difficulties to psychological problems.

Nine schools in the Republic of Moldova received new minibuses, purchased with the support of Romania

The Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) distributed yesterday the last nine school buses out of the 69 purchased with the support of the Government of Romania. They will reach schools in the districts of Briceni, Căușeni, Criuleni, Florești, Ocnița, Rezina, Soroca, Ștefan-Vodă and Comrat.

Government launches the "Save Energy - Pay Less" Campaign. Recommendations for citizens

The Government of the Republic of Moldova has launched the "Save Energy - Pay Less" campaign, aimed at encouraging citizens to reduce energy consumption and save money during the cold season. This was announced by the spokesperson of the Executive, Daniel Vodă, in a message published on social networks.

Measures to prevent and mitigate the impact of the energy crisis, discussed at the Government

Measures to prevent and mitigate the impact of the energy crisis in the event of Gazprom's cessation of natural gas supplies to the left bank of the Nistru, starting with January 1, 2025, were discussed by members of the Governmental Commission for Coordination of Preparation Measures for the 2024-2025 heating season.

Press review // Energy crisis in the Republic of Moldova – Russia’s blackmail tactics

Moldovan newspapers are focusing their attention on the state of emergency approved for two months by the Chisinau Parliament. The publications explain what the state of emergency in the energy sector entails and what citizens on both banks of the Nistru can expect.

Show "Chirița in Concert" will premiere at the "Mihai Eminescu" National Theater

The audience from Chisinau is invited to an exceptional musical performance, directed by the renowned composer and director from Bucharest, Ada Milea. The premiere of the play "Chirița in Concert", an exceptional theatrical event, realized with the support of the Romanian Cultural Institute, will take place on December 14 and 15 on the stage of the "Mihai Eminescu" National Theater.

Lithuania offers the Republic of Moldova a batch of military equipment

The strengthening of the partnership between the Republic of Moldova and Lithuania in the field of defense, security in the region, increasing the level of interoperability between the militaries of both states through participation in exercises and missions, as well as increasing national resilience to hybrid threats, were the topics discussed by the Minister of Defense, Anatolie Nosatîi, and the Commander of the National Army, Brigadier General Vitalie Micov, at the meeting with the Chief of Defense of the Republic of Lithuania, General Raimundas Vaikšnoras, who was on an official visit to Chisinau.

Chisinau reacts after Tiraspol called for negotiations with Russia and Ukraine: "We are taking all necessary steps for the citizens"

The constitutional authorities of the Republic of Moldova are taking all necessary steps to solve the energy issue, with the priority of protecting citizens on both banks of the Nistru, the Reintegration Policy Bureau announced. On the other hand, the alleged administration in Tiraspol is proposing a joint appeal to Russia and Ukraine to guarantee the continuation of natural gas transit, citing increased risks to energy security this winter.

Population Census 2024: When will the first preliminary data be announced?

The first preliminary data of this year's population census will be announced at the end of this month. More precisely, some general information about the number of citizens of the Republic of Moldova and their activity will be presented, but detailed final results will be available and published by the end of 2025, Alina Jalba, spokesperson for the National Bureau of Statistics, told Radio Moldova.

Parliament approves: Mobile phones will be banned during lessons

Deputies approved on Friday, December 13, in second reading the amendment to the Education Code that provides for the ban on the use of mobile phones and other electronic communication equipment during lessons.

SCJ, final decision on Ilan Șor's case

The Supreme Court of Justice has made its final decision regarding Ilan Șor's case, rejecting the defense's appeals. Ilan Șor has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for bank fraud. The Supreme Court upheld the ruling made by the Chișinău Court of Appeal on April 13, 2023.