International Olympiad medalists awarded at 2024 Olympiad Gala

This year, the Olympiad Gala awarded students who achieved top places in international competitions and Olympiads. The event honoured the performances of 39 students and 42 teachers. The gala, organized by the Ministry of Education, brought together teachers, members of the republican Olympic councils, and leaders from European, Balkan, and international Olympiads.

Vacancy announced for director of the Center for Strategic Communication and Combating Disinformation. Maia Sandu signs the Decree

A five-member commission will organize the competition for the position of director of the Center for Strategic Communication and Combating Disinformation. A decree to this effect was signed by President Maia Sandu on December 16. This commission includes journalists, representatives of civil society, deputies and representatives of the Office of the President of the Republic of Moldova.

EU Council agrees to start negotiations with European Parliament on growth plan for the Republic of Moldova

The Council of the European Union has established its negotiating position on the Reform and Growth Facility for Moldova. The Council Presidency will now initiate discussions with the European Parliament regarding this facility, as announced by the European Commission.

Yellow code of strong wind // "Molovata" pier-type customs post has temporarily suspended its activity

The "Molovata" pier-type customs post has temporarily suspended its activity due to strong winds, informs the Customs Service. Under these conditions, travellers are urged to opt for the internal customs control post "Criuleni 18", located about 32 km away.

Ministry of Energy: Urgent modernization works needed at Chisinau Power Station

The Ministry of Energy emphasizes the urgent need to expedite the modernization works at the Chisinau Power Station, which will facilitate the connection to the Vulcănești-Chisinau High Voltage Power Line. This statement was made by Constantin Borosan, State Secretary of the Ministry of Energy, following an on-site inspection. Borosan said that the companies involved in the project would actively collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure continuous progress.

Moldovan citizens with health insurance to benefit from European Health Insurance Cards

Moldovan citizens who own health insurance will soon benefit from European Health Insurance Cards, which they can use in all EU countries. The National Health Insurance Company has announced that the concept for this initiative will be developed in 2025. These European Health Insurance Cards will become valid once the Republic of Moldova joins the European Union.

SCJ rejects request to review Vladimir Filat's conviction: There are no reasons for reopening

The Supreme Court of Justice (SCJ) denied the request made by former Prime Minister Vladimir Filat and his legal team to reopen the criminal trial that resulted in his conviction for passive corruption and influence peddling. This decision was reached by a majority vote and is final, informs the Supreme Council of Magistracy (CSM).

Two elderly people in Drochia and Taraclia die of carbon monoxide poisoning

Two elderly people died of carbon monoxide poisoning from stoves. According to IGSU, the first incident occurred on the afternoon of December 16 in a house located in the village of Budăi, Taraclia district. A 73-year-old woman, who lived alone, was found by locals after being poisoned by combustion products. By the time specialized services were called, the fire had already been extinguished. Preliminary investigations suggest that the cause of the fire was overheating of the stove.

Czech Republic contributes financially to the “Ajutor la contor” program in the Republic of Moldova

The Czech government will contribute 10 million Czech crowns to the government program “Ajutor la contor” in our country, which is about 400 thousand euros. The decision was handed over during the meeting between the Minister of Labor and Social Protection, Alexei Buzu, and the Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Chisinau, Jaromír Plíšek.

Yellow wind code forecast in the northern and central districts of the country

The State Hydrometeorological Service (SHS) has issued a Yellow Wind Code for the northern and central regions of the country. This warning will take effect today, December 17, at 10:00 AM and will remain in place until midnight.

Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in India was officially inaugurated

The Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in the Republic of India was officially inaugurated on Monday, December 16. On this occasion, the official plaque of the embassy was unveiled, marking a new chapter in the relations between the Republic of Moldova and the Republic of India.

Correspondence of Dan Alexe // EU sues the UK for blocking the free movement of citizens

On Monday, December 16, the EU announced that it would take the UK to the European Court of Justice (ECJ) for violating rules on the free movement of EU citizens and their family members after Brexit. The European Commission said it suspects that “there were several shortcomings” in the UK’s implementation of the treaties at the end of 2020.