Moldovan fruit exports: PM Munteanu sets global goal

The quality of Moldovan fruits warrants their place on store shelves across Europe and the world, and Moldovan farmers deserve to be among the most respected and competitive producers, declared Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu at the 11th edition of the Fruit Business Conference.

Sălcuța Nouă residents now have quality drinking water through the European Village Program

Residents of Sălcuța Nouă, Căușeni district now have access to drinking water thanks to a new aqueduct. This modern system was built to replace the old one, which frequently broke down. The project was funded by the local authorities through the national "European Village" Program.

EU4Moldova program brings more efficient public services to citizens and institutions

Over 26,000 citizens and 35 public institutions in the Republic of Moldova have benefited from more efficient public services over the past four years, thanks to support from the “EU4Moldova: Local Communities” Program. More than 300 vulnerable families have been connected to modern water, sewage, and energy networks. The program's results were recently presented at an event attended by the implementation teams and beneficiaries.

Țuțu trial: defense contests evidence, prosecutors to deliver position on November 7

During a recent court hearing, the lawyers of former Democratic MP Constantin Țuțu reiterated their arguments concerning several inequities observed during the criminal investigation. They requested the termination of the criminal trial. The hearing took place once again without the presence of the defendant, who faces charges of influence peddling and illicit enrichment.

Court hearing on limiting the activity of the "Moldova Mare" Party set for November 13

The court hearing at the Central Court of Appeal concerning the limitation of activities of the "Moldova Mare" Party was interrupted and is scheduled to continue on November 13. The judges requested an advisory opinion from the Supreme Court of Justice to determine whether this case can be referred to the European Court of Human Rights, as the party's lawyer had previously requested. This conclusion is not subject to appeal and does not affect the ongoing examination process, so the hearings for the participants in the trial will proceed at the next session.

Chisinau’s fire train, carrying tons of water, increasingly deployed in emergencies

When wildfires become uncontrollable, firefighters utilize specialized trains to assist in their efforts. These trains, equipped with tens of tons of water, can reach hard-to-reach areas. For example, the Chisinau fire train has a capacity of 120 tons of water, which is equivalent to 30 fire trucks. Additionally, these trains can travel at speeds of up to 80 kilometers per hour.

Moldovan-Japanese business forum in Chisinau: new investment opportunities

The Republic of Moldova and Japan are enhancing their economic relations. Following Moldova's participation in the Osaka Exhibition, a Business Forum and bilateral meetings took place in Chisinau. These events demonstrated both countries' commitment to strengthening economic and investment cooperation. The forum was attended by 50 Moldovan entrepreneurs from various sectors, including IT, agriculture, processing, and industry, as well as 20 representatives from Japanese companies.

Fatal mushroom poisoning warning after hospitalisations in Moldova

At least ten people have been hospitalised in Moldova since the start of autumn after eating wild mushrooms, prompting a nationwide warning from health officials.

Guțul–Popan case: The defense is seeking full acquittal, while prosecutors uphold the legality of the sentence

On Monday, the lawyers for Comrat Mayor Evghenia Guțul and Svetlana Popan, the former secretary of the "Șor" Party, once again requested the court to overturn their convictions. Similar to the previous hearing, both defendants participated via videoconference and denied the charges brought against them by the prosecution. In contrast, the prosecution argues that the evidence presented establishes the guilt of Guțul and Popan.

Călărași hosted an autumn festival with local and international guests

In Călărași, the harvest season transformed into a true celebration as the city hosted the traditional "Golden Autumn" festival. Mayors from the district, along with folk craftsmen and local producers, showcased their finest products from the year. The event brought together residents and visitors from various countries.

Guțul and Popan remain behind bars: request for release rejected by Chișinău Court of Appeal

Two months after their conviction, Bashkan Evghenia Guțul and Svetlana Popan, the secretary of the former "Șor" party, are seeking release. However, the Chisinau Court of Appeal rejected their request, which was submitted by their lawyers on Wednesday. Additionally, the judges denied a request for repeated witness hearings and for conducting an economic and financial analysis. The hearing at the Centru Court of Appeal was conducted via videoconference, and the lawyers had also requested that the defendants be physically present in court. This request was also denied by the judges.

Rainy weather didn’t stop National Wine Day festivity

More than 100 wineries from across the country transformed the center of the capital into a vibrant celebration of Moldovan tradition, taste, and identity today. Many citizens and tourists gathered to celebrate National Wine Day. Despite the unpredictable weather, the atmosphere remained festive, with wine being the undisputed star of the event.