Victor Chirilă: The support of Romania and the EU helps the Republic of Moldova overcome Russian energy blackmail

The Republic of Moldova successfully coped with significant energy pressure from the Russian Federation. With the support of Romania, which provided natural gas at a capped price, Moldova could ensure that the right bank of the Nistru had adequate electricity and heating. This was stated by Victor Chirilă, the Ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to Bucharest, during an event focused on economic collaboration between the two countries.

Alain Berset, Secretary General of the Council of Europe, will pay his first official visit to the Republic of Moldova

The Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset will pay his first official visit to the Republic of Moldova on 12-13 February, the institution’s office in Chisinau announced.

Promo-LEX reaction after a citizen of the Republic of Moldova was allegedly kidnapped by the so-called structures in Tiraspol

Update 11:45 The Promo-LEX Association condemns the kidnapping of a citizen of the Republic of Moldova, in broad daylight, from the center of Chisinau, by representatives of the de facto structures in Tiraspol, emphasizing that this act represents a serious violation of fundamental human rights. In this regard, Promo-LEX calls on the Prosecutor General's Office to treat the case with absolute priority, to identify all perpetrators and to initiate criminal proceedings against those involved, regardless of their status within the illegal structures in Tiraspol.

CEC seeks dissolution of the “Sansă” party, affiliated with Shor

The Central Electoral Commission is calling for the dissolution of the political party “Sansă,” which is linked to the oligarch Ilan Shor. Pavel Postica, the deputy chairman of the electoral authority, informed Teleradio-Moldova that a complaint regarding this matter was submitted to the Ministry of Justice. Postica stated that the political party failed to fulfil its legal obligations related to financial reporting, even during the period when its activities were restricted by a final decision from the Chisinau Court of Appeal. In response, the leader of “Sansă,” Alexei Lungu, denies the allegations and claims that he submitted all reports on time.

Cristian Pantazi on pro-Russian politicians: They are ready to betray their country for a few rubles

Four pro-Russian politicians from the Republic of Moldova, who were barred from entering Romania due to restrictions imposed by the Intelligence Service and the Ministry of Interior, have filed a lawsuit against the Romanian Border Police. Their access to Romania was denied following a collaboration between Bucharest and Chisinau, with authorities citing concerns that these activists could pose a security threat and be suspected of terrorism. This information was reported by Cristian Pantazi, the editor-in-chief of the G4Media.ro portal, to Moldova 1 TV.

Maia Sandu: "There are people at the Anticorruption Prosecutor's Office and the PCCOCS who undermine this state"

At the Anticorruption Prosecutor's Office and the PCCOCS there are people who undermine this state; they work in the interests of Șor and neither of these two institutions is doing its job well, said President Maia Sandu in the "Cutia Neagră" show on TV8.

Maia Sandu about another 60 million euros promised to the Transnistrian region by the EU: If Tiraspol does not meet the conditions, it will have to look for other solutions

President Maia Sandu confirmed on Thursday evening on a TV channel in Chisinau that Tiraspol has not given a response regarding the conditions put forward by the European Union and the Government of the Republic of Moldova for the continuation of financial aid in overcoming the energy crisis, after the end of the 10-day period in which the humanitarian funding worth 20 million euros is exhausted. The head of state mentioned that the European Union has prepared another 60 million euros as support during the heating season, but their allocation is conditional.

Moldova's vetting process faces hurdles amid USAID funding cut

The vetting process, already delayed, has been further affected by the Trump administration’s decision to halt external funding through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).

Moldova's energy vulnerabilities: dependence on imports and EU electricity

Acute dependence on energy imports ranks first in the list of economic vulnerabilities in the Republic of Moldova, according to the "Expert-Grup" Center, based on recent risk factor analyses.

Ombudsman investigates death of 29-year-old at police station in Moldovan capital

The Ombudsman has initiated an ex-officio inquiry to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of a 29-year-old man at the Rîșcani Police Inspectorate in Chișinău, where he had been questioned as a witness in a criminal case.

Moldova receives 15.4 million euros for Romania energy project

Moldova will receive a grant of 15.4 million euros to co-finance the 400 kV Bălți-Suceava overhead power line, marking the second phase of the electricity grid interconnection project with Romania.

Moldova appoints new NBM leadership for seven-year terms

Petru Rotaru has been appointed First Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Moldova (NBM), while Mihnea Constantinescu has been appointed Deputy Governor.