Parliament approves its vice-presidents, Standing Bureau, and standing committees

The session to establish the new Parliament began on October 22 and will continue on Thursday, October 31. The agenda includes discussions on the election of the vice-presidents of the Legislative, the formation of the Standing Bureau, and the establishment of the standing committees.

STATEMENT | “The Munteanu Cabinet is political, yet the technocratic PM could serve as a bridge between sides”

Although half of the ministers in the Munteanu Government are technocrats, it remains a political executive supported by the governing party. Stefan Bejan from WatchDog.md expressed his concerns on the show IN CONTEXT on Moldova 1 TV, stating that he doubts the new government will receive broad support in Parliament. This is despite several parliamentary factions declaring their pro-European stance.

Analyst Mihai Isac on Moldova 1 TV: “Let’s give the Munteanu Government 100 days of grace”

The Munteanu government needs support from opposition parties to successfully implement reforms and achieve European integration objectives, according to Black Sea analyst Mihai Isac in an interview with Moldova 1 TV. During parliamentary consultations led by Prime Minister-designate Alexandru Munteanu, Isac highlighted that the new government will face challenges in the areas of the economy, security, and reintegration. He pointed out that some political parties are "continuing the political war during the electoral process to gain political advantages" and "parasitising the country's democratic process."

30-day arrest for Râșcani district president over alleged destabilization plot in Moldova

The President of the Rascani district, Vladimir Mizdrenco, was placed under preventive arrest for 30 days at the request of the Prosecutor's Office for Combating Organized Crime and Special Cases (PCCOCS). This action is part of an investigation into training conducted in Serbia aimed at preparing for mass disturbances in the Republic of Moldova. Additionally, Municipal Councilor Maxim Moroșanu, the second official implicated in the investigation, is being monitored while at large and is prohibited from leaving the country.

Maia Sandu met with the Prime Minister of Armenia at the Paris Peace Forum

President Maia Sandu of the Republic of Moldova met with Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan of the Republic of Armenia during the Paris Peace Forum. Their discussions centered on promoting peace and stability in Europe and enhancing bilateral cooperation between their two countries.

Maia Sandu, at the Paris Peace Forum: "EU enlargement is not an act of charity, but of security"

In the past three elections, the Republic of Moldova has encountered intense propaganda from the Kremlin, supported by illegal funding and the involvement of priests acting as "influencers" both in churches and on TikTok. President Maia Sandu remarked at the Paris Peace Forum on Wednesday, October 29, that our country has "defended its democracy" and successfully resisted these efforts, thanks to audiovisual regulations and the work of independent media investigations.

Munteanu on idea of making the Chisinau mayor part of the Government: “Not a rational proposal”

"It doesn't seem like a rational idea to me," was the response from Prime Minister-designate Alexandru Munteanu regarding the proposal from the "Alternative" Bloc faction, suggesting that the mayor of Chisinau should also be a member of the Government. These comments were made following consultations with parliamentary factions prior to the Government's inauguration.

Five witnesses heard in the "bank fraud" case: testimonies about the Edelweiss Foundation and multi-million contracts

On Wednesday, five witnesses testified at a new court hearing related to the "bank fraud" case. Three of these witnesses were former employees of the "Edelweiss" charity foundation, which was founded by Vladimir Plahotniuc. Prosecutors allege that one of the service contracts signed by the foundation was funded with money stolen from defrauded banks. The other two witnesses testified about a 12 million lei loan contract concluded between SA "Gemeni" and the company "Finpar Invest," the latter of which is believed to be affiliated with the former democratic leader.

MEP Victor Negrescu: “Moldova is at its best moment, facing an important test”

The Republic of Moldova is currently enjoying a favorable reputation in the Western world, and it would be beneficial to leverage this moment to speed up the process of joining the European Union. This suggestion comes from Victor Negrescu, the Vice President of the European Parliament, who oversees relations with the Republic of Moldova.

Moldova wins first place again at the 2025 Intel AI Global Impact Festival

The Republic of Moldova has strengthened its position in the global digital education innovation landscape by winning first place at the Intel® AI Global Impact Festival 2025. Students Anastasia Batrîncea and Daniil Voznii, from the "Nicolae Milescu Spătaru" Theoretical Lyceum in Chișinău, triumphed in the 13-17 age category with their project, EDU-RAG. This private, offline AI tutor can answer students' questions in multiple languages and runs on standard computers without a GPU. Moldova outperformed 109 teams from 33 countries, including the USA and Singapore.

"Eugen Doga" International Airport - Chisinau could face a fuel supply crisis: Lukoil is the only supplier at the airport

The operations of the "Eugen Doga" International Airport in Chisinau may be at risk due to a potential fuel supply crisis. Lukoil, the airport's sole fuel supplier, is currently under international sanctions. Experts have raised concerns about the uncertainty surrounding fuel availability, while authorities have been hesitant to officially acknowledge the issue.

European Commissioner Maria Luís Albuquerque visits Chisinau for high-level talks on finance and EU integration

The main focus of European Commissioner for Financial Services, Union for Economies and Investments, Maria Luís Albuquerque, during her two-day visit to the Republic of Moldova will be to strengthen the dialogue between the European Union and Moldova. The discussions will center on developing a modern financial market and creating new opportunities for sustainable economic growth.