Moldovan journalists discuss justice reform and Transnistrian settlement
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission arrived in Chisinau on Monday to negotiate the Moldovan side's request for support under the new Resilience and Sustainability Facility. The IMF team will also review developments and progress made in the implementation of the IMF programme in the Republic of Moldova.
Journalists discuss justice reform and Transnistrian settlement
In a broadcast on Vocea Basarabiei, journalist Vitalie Calugareanu said that the biggest and most important investment in the future of the Republic of Moldova is European integration and all the steps being taken in this direction, including justice reform, which is lagging behind. Journalist and commentator Anatolie Golea believes that justice reform has stalled.
Journalist warns of millions of Shor and Plahotniuc money flowing into Moldova
In an opinion piece on jurnal.md, journalist Alex Cozer points out, in the context of the detention of defected MPs Alexandr Nesterovschi and Irina Lozovanu, that millions of Sor and Plahotniuc's money continue to arrive in Chisinau and are thrown left and right to raise or consolidate various political entities, to buy people, to finance the so-called media and to destabilise the country.
Security analyst says Transnistrian problem should not be seen as obstacle to EU accession
In an interview on Radio Chisinau, WatchDog security analyst Andrei Curăraru said that the Transnistrian problem should not be seen as an obstacle to Moldova's accession to the European Union. He explained that the pre-accession process will bring Moldova to a new level of prosperity that will attract the population of the left bank of Dniester like a magnet. Curăraru also pointed out that Chisinau currently has a very big advantage in the Transnistrian issue, which is the support of Ukraine.
Foreign policy analyst says Support Platform for Moldova demonstrates country's ability to mobilise support
Radio Moldova quotes foreign policy analyst Mihai Isac as saying that the organisation of the fourth edition of the Support Platform for Moldova in Chisinau demonstrates the country's ability to mobilise support from Western chancelleries and financial resources. He explained that this money must be invested intelligently, in projects that are viable, that really help the population. Isac also said that the Republic of Moldova has the good fortune to be supported in particular by Romania, but also by other countries in order not to repeat certain mistakes that Romania, Bulgaria or Poland made in the pre-accession period.
Ilan Shor establishes influence in Gagauz autonomy
TV8 reports that Ilan Shor has officially established his influence in the Gagauz autonomy by swearing in the Comrat executive. Some members of the Moldovan Parliament, including speaker Igor Grosu, believe that the Gagauz autonomy is controlled by a criminal group organised and supported by the Russian Federation in an attempt to destabilise the political situation in Moldova.
Villages in Moldova struggle with poor quality drinking water TVR Moldova reports from the village of Dărcăuți, Soroca district, where the quality of drinking water is poor, as in many villages in Moldova. Most of the wells are in poor condition, and in those that remain, water can only be used for domestic purposes. The only water supply for the local gymnasium is a well built a few years ago. But the water is not drinkable, and the administration has to buy bottled water. The problem is a long-standing one, and the local authorities say they have applied to the European Village programme to solve it.
Painter uses art therapy to help women express themselves
Cahul's ziuadeazi.md portal publishes an interview with painter Cristina Papana who practices art therapy by bringing together groups of women passionate about oil painting and helping them express themselves through art, develop their creative skills, reduce stress and improve their social relations. She says she was inspired by the traditional "seder days" of yesteryear, where women would gather and crochet, embroider or knit. She chose oil painting as one of her many creative activities because, she says, when you are in touch with brush and canvas, something wonderful happens, and the process can help women release tension and understand their own feelings more deeply. In addition, successes bring women special satisfaction and joy. They are amazed by what they have managed to paint.
Translation by Iurie Tataru
