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Ukraine will receive new financial aid from World Bank

Ukraine will soon receive $4.8 billion from the World Bank for social and humanitarian purposes, Prime Minister Denis Shmyhal announced on Friday.

The government has taken the necessary steps to secure the aid package financed by the United States and its partners, as stated by Shmyhal on his Telegram channel.

Since the beginning of the Russian invasion in February 2022, Ukraine has received over $100 billion in external financing.

This aid is primarily used to support Ukraine's budget, including the salaries of civil servants and teachers, with a significant portion provided in the form of loans.

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Books, readers, and dialogue: Chișinău's literary event highlights
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Books, readers, and dialogue: Chișinău's literary event highlights

Several teachers, librarians, and students took part in an event aimed at promoting reading and fostering dialogue between writers and readers.

Holodomor victims commemorated in Chisinau
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Holodomor victims commemorated in Chisinau

On the fourth Saturday of November, Ukraine commemorates the victims of the Holodomor of 1932-1933, a tragic event that marked the history of Ukraine, and in 1946-1947, the history of Bessarabia. This year, the commemoration is held under the theme "Light a candle for the victims of the Holodomor. In the fight for Ukraine, support the soldiers." A commemoration was also held in Chisinau, where participants spoke about one of the worst national catastrophes - the organized famine - which claimed millions of lives.

Local product fairs organized in all sectors of Chisinau
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Local product fairs organized in all sectors of Chisinau

Residents and guests of the capital are invited, on Saturday and Sunday, to visit the fairs open in all sectors of Chisinau. According to a press release from the Chisinau City Hall, the events are organized with the aim of supporting local producers and providing the residents of Chisinau with access to seasonal agricultural products and handicrafts.