Maia Sandu: In the last two years, the Republic of Moldova has taken decisive steps towards European integration

In the last two years, the Republic of Moldova has taken decisive steps towards European integration, and in the coming years the authorities aim to build European villages and cities, President Maia Sandu told the residents of Călărași and Ungheni towns.

MAEIE: Another nine Moldovans are to arrive in Chisinau today

Nine more Moldovan citizens who were evacuated from the Gaza Strip yesterday morning took off from Cairo a short time ago and are due to land at Chisinau International Airport, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration announces. The organization of this flight was possible in cooperation with the Ukrainian authorities.

Ukrainian refugees settled in the Republic of Moldova can benefit from compensation

Ukrainian refugees settled in the Republic of Moldova for at least eight months can benefit from compensation to the bills, said the state secretary from the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection, Corina Ajder.

Increased flow of cars at the Sculeni crossing point: IGPF employees are taking measures to streamline traffic

At the Sculeni border crossing point, on the way out of the Republic of Moldova and into Romania, there is an increased flow of cars.

Iceland volcano: Emergency declared over volcano eruption concerns

Iceland has declared a state of emergency after a series of earthquakes raised fears of a volcanic eruption, BBC reports.

Saudi Arabia says will host Arab and Islamic summits to discuss Gaza conflict

Saudi Arabia will host summits of Arab and Islamic nations in coming days to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Saudi Arabia's investment minister said on Wednesday, Reuters reports.

Politicians should be concerned about the low turnout of young people in the general local elections in the Republic of Moldova, experts

While 80% of the elderly go to vote, only 37.2 percent of young people voted on November 5, the day of the general local elections, claimexperts from the Institute for Development and Social Initiatives "Viitorul". According to them, it is worrying that young people are not interested in the political life of the country.

Poland's Tusk-led pro-EU opposition signs deal and waits to govern

Poland's opposition has agreed a coalition deal paving the way for them to form a new government following last month's parliamentary elections, BBC reports.

The inflation index in the Republic of Moldova has been decreasing recently

According to official data, the prices of vegetables and fruits, in October, increased by more than 9% compared to the same period last year. Dairy products are more expensive by almost six percent, and bread by more than 4%. However, a discount of more than 19 percent was recorded for vegetable oil.

President of Portugal: The next enlargement of the European Union could be the most important in the history of the community bloc

The next enlargement of the European Union could be the most important in the history of the community bloc, the president of Portugal, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, told Moldova 1 TV. According to the official, this process involves changes both in the candidate countries and in the European Union, and they are vital to security and peace in the region.

The Republic of Moldova will access a 150 million euro credit from the EBRD for the reconstruction of roads

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) will provide a loan of 150 million euros to improve the road infrastructure in the Republic of Moldova. The members of the Foreign Policy and European Integration Commission approved the advisory opinion on the initiation of negotiations for the conclusion of a loan agreement, reads a press release from the Legislative.

Other 9 Moldovans were evacuated from Gaza

Another 9 Moldovan citizens were evacuated this morning from the Gaza Strip, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration (MAEIE). The institution also points out that there are still 9 people left on the waiting list, and there are still people who have yet to make a decision whether they want to be evacuated or not.