Moldova Energocom leads gas sales on open market amid 2024 auctions

Between January 1 and August 15 of this year, SA Energocom purchased approximately 1.82 million MWh of natural gas (equivalent to about 171 million cubic metres).

Kiev ratified Rome Statute; ICC prosecutes war crimes in Ukraine

The Verkhovna Rada in Kiev has voted to ratify the Rome Statute, the document foundational to the International Criminal Court (ICC), according to news agencies citing posts by Ukrainian parliamentarians.

Moldova implements stricter smoking restrictions and penalties

Stricter restrictions for smokers. The government has voted on a project concerning tobacco control. Consequently, smoking, including the use of electronic cigarettes, will be banned in all open public spaces.

Stay cool: Moldova issues yellow heat alert for August 22-23

The State Hydrometeorological Service has issued a yellow heat warning for the central and southern regions of the Republic of Moldova, effective from August 22 to 23.

612 projects to enhance infrastructure and services nationwide

The 612 projects selected under the National Program for the European Village, Edition 2024, have been incorporated into the Unique Program Document for 2022-2024.

Government cracks down on unauthorised service uniforms

The production and sale of service uniforms for law enforcement and security institutions outside of public procurement procedures will be penalised. A decision to this effect was approved today by the government.

Farmers demand state of emergency in Moldovan agriculture

The Farmers' Strength Association asserts that the Government's allocation of 100 million lei in aid for farmers is insufficient and maintains that the only viable solution is to declare a state of emergency in agriculture.

MEC advises cancelling outdoor training due to heatwave

In light of meteorological warnings about excessive temperatures, the Moldovan Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) recommends that sports communities cancel outdoor training sessions between 11:00 and 17:00.

German chancellor visits Moldova amid EU and security talks

German Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz is making a working visit to the Republic of Moldova today, August 21.

Ukraine launches massive drone attack on Moscow

Ukraine is reported to have launched one of the largest drone attacks on the Russian capital, Moscow, on Wednesday, 21 August, according to the city’s mayor.

Moldova and Sweden sign key defence cooperation agreement

The Republic of Moldova and Sweden have signed a defence cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening institutional dialogue, including in the areas of training and expertise, according to the relevant ministry.

Moldova’s Railway faces salary crisis amid financial struggles

The government and administration of Moldova's Railway are actively seeking solutions to ensure that CFM employees receive their salaries on time.