Ukrainian citizens find it difficult to find a job in the Republic of Moldova due to low wages

More than 1,300 Ukrainian citizens have found a job in the Republic of Moldova, according to data provided by economic agents. This number is small because most of the refugees are mothers who have no one to leave their children with or who do not know the Romanian language. The statement was made by Ana Gherganova, head of the Directorate for Occupational Policy and Labour Migration Regulation at the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, on Radio Moldova's "Paralela 47" programme.

New support for Moldova: The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development is providing a $90 million grant

The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development will provide the Republic of Moldova with a grant of over $90 million. At the end of the week, the foreign policy and European integration committee approved the consultative opinion to open negotiations and approve the signing of an agreement involving this. The grant will be disbursed in a single instalment and will be used to co-finance the Moldova Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Competitiveness Programme, said Ion Gumene, State Secretary of the Ministry of Finance.

Niger coup: US offers 'unwavering support' to leader forcibly removed from power

The United States has offered its "unwavering support" to Niger's ousted President Mohamed Bazoum. Bazoum was ousted in a coup this week led by General Abdourahmane Tchiani, also known as Omar Tchiani, head of the presidential guard unit. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned those holding Bazoum that "hundreds of millions of dollars of assistance" are at risk, reports the BBC.

29 years since the adoption of the Constitution of Moldova: People consider some changes necessary to ensure a better life

Today marks the 29th anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution of the Republic of Moldova, which came into force on 27 August 1994. The supreme law states that the Republic of Moldova is a sovereign, independent, unitary and indivisible state.

Pre-accession funds are not yet available for Moldova. EU Ambassador in Chisinau clarifies

The Republic of Moldova is not yet able to access pre-accession funds from the European Union, Janis Mazeiks, the EU ambassador to Moldova, told Radio Moldova. Instead, according to the official, our country has already received financial support worth more than one billion euros in extended format.

After a failed attempt, the People's Assembly of Gagauzia will decide next week whether to approve the composition of the new Executive Committee

In Comrat, several supporters of the former "Șor" party organised a protest action during a meeting of the People's Assembly. The protesters demanded the approval of the new composition of the executive committee and the resignation of the chairman of the Gagauz People's Assembly, Dimitri Constantinov. At the same time, the local MPs claim that they have 45 days from the swearing in of the new Bashkan to vote on the new Executive Committee in Comrat.

EU Security Hub: One year of activity. The Republic of Moldova has confirmed its ability to contribute to strengthening Europe's security belt

The Republic of Moldova has confirmed its ability to contribute to strengthening Europe's security belt, says European Commissioner for Home Affairs Ylva Johansson, one year after the establishment of the European Union Security HUB.

Coup d'état in Niger: The head of the presidential guard has proclaimed himself the country's new leader

General Abdourahmane Tchiani has declared himself Niger's new leader after a dramatic coup. Also known as Omar Tchiani, he staged a takeover that began on Wednesday when the presidential guard unit he led captured the country's leader. This destroys Niger's first peaceful and democratic transition since independence in 1960, reports the BBC.

Iurie Rozlovan is the new interim director of Termoelectrica

Iurie Rozlovan is the new interim director of Termoelectrica. He was presented a short time ago by the Minister of Energy, Victor Parlicov.

Expert // More loan applications from Moldovans in the coming months

In the coming months, there will be more loan applications from Moldovans, said economic policy expert Veaceslav Ionita. According to him, this is due to the National Bank of Moldova, which has been relaxing monetary policy for several months now, which is encouraging investment. At the same time, the economic expert says that a greater demand for mortgage loans will be when the monthly rate will be less than 10%.

New external support for energy security. Secretary of State: "We need to buy gas when it is cheaper"

The Republic of Moldova will benefit from additional financial assistance to ensure energy security. The Government of Norway will provide our country with a €35 million grant through the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). At the same time, the Republic of Moldova will access a €35 million loan from the EBRD to purchase volumes of natural gas for the cold season, said Cristina Pereteatcu, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Energy.

The head of Termoelectrica has submitted a resignation request after the oil scandal

The general director of SA "Termoelectrica", Vasile Leu, has resigned. The information was confirmed to IPN by Energy Minister Victor Parlicov.