Energocom buys first 15 MWh of electricity from the Romanian Commodities Exchange

Energocom has made its first purchase of 15 MWh of electricity from the Romanian Commodities Exchange in Bucharest, which serves as the designated electricity market operator in Romania. This test was conducted to diversify energy sources and strengthen existing partnerships, reads a press release of the Ministry of Energy.

Russian military exercises in the Security Zone on the agenda of discussions at the JCC meeting in Bender

The Delegation of the Republic of Moldova to the Joint Control Commission (JCC) has urged the Russian Federation to uphold the principles of the peacekeeping mission established by the July 1992 Agreement and to stop any unilateral military actions in the Security Zone. This appeal was made during the JCC meeting held on Thursday, January 23, in Bender.

Tiraspol accuses Chisinau of blocking gas deliveries. Government: “False narratives”

Vadim Krasnoselski, the separatist leader of the Transnistrian region, has accused Chisinau of deliberately blocking gas deliveries to the area, leading to an energy crisis and discrimination against the local population. In contrast, the authorities in Chisinau deny these allegations, calling them “false narratives.” In a response to Teleradio Moldova, the Reintegration Policy Bureau stated that they have repeatedly offered humanitarian aid to the residents of the region, but this assistance has been refused by Tiraspol.

Maia Sandu, at the meeting with the ambassadors of the EU and G7 states: The Republic of Moldova focuses its efforts on ensuring energy security

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, discussed several key challenges facing the country during her meeting with ambassadors from European states and G7 member countries, including the USA, Canada, and Japan. The topics included the impact of the energy crisis caused by Russia on citizens' living standards, justice reform, and the fight against corruption.

Expert: The Republic of Moldova must showcase its competitive advantages at Davos to attract investment

The World Economic Forum in Davos focuses on several key topics, including artificial intelligence, green technologies, and economic development. Mihaela Sirițanu, a political economy expert, emphasized in an interview with Moldova 1 that the Republic of Moldova should leverage its competitive advantages in these three crucial areas.

SHS issued a yellow code for dense fog, valid throughout the Republic of Moldova

The State Hydrometeorological Service (SHS) issued a yellow code for fog for tomorrow, January 24. The warning is valid throughout the country between 01:00 and 12:00.

Energocom: Energy consumption for January 24, insured

Energocom announced that it has secured the necessary commercial electricity capacity at the border with Romania to fully meet consumption needs for January 24. Forecasts indicate that consumption on the right bank of the Nistru is expected to be similar on Friday, January 24, as it was on Thursday, January 23.

Ombudsman Ceslav Panico: Tiraspol violates fundamental human rights by refusing to accept aid

The Office of the Ombudsman is closely monitoring the situation in the Transnistrian region, which is currently facing an energy crisis due to Gazprom's refusal to supply natural gas to the Republic of Moldova. Ombudsman Ceslav Panico made this statement during an interview with Teleradio-Moldova. This follows accusations from Veaceslav Kosinski, the so-called human rights representative in Transnistrian region, who alleged that the authorities in Chisinau are engaging in "political actions" that violate human rights and could lead to a "humanitarian tragedy." Panico confirmed that he has received Kosinski's letter and intends to analyze its content thoroughly. However, he referred to the language used by the self-proclaimed ombudsman from Tiraspol as "unacceptable."

A new contingent of National Army soldiers deployed to Kosovo for peacekeeping operations

Forty-one soldiers from the National Army of the Republic of Moldova will participate in peacekeeping operations in Kosovo for six months. The group includes seven sappers, one staff officer, and thirty-three infantrymen. This year, two women will also join the peacekeeping mission. Additionally, the soldiers will be deployed in new uniforms.

Expert: The crisis on the left bank of the Nistru – Russia’s strategy to influence the parliamentary elections

The energy crisis in the Republic of Moldova is part of the Russian Federation’s plan and also targets the political, social, economic and informational fields. WatchDog expert Rodica Pîrgari said in the “ÎN CONTEXT” program that, in the event of the resumption of gas supplies to the Transnistrian region, Moscow’s manipulations will continue to influence the parliamentary elections in the fall.

Prime Minister Dorin Recean, at Davos: "Disinformation is a global challenge. It knows no borders"

The risks of foreign interference in the electoral process and the experience of the Republic of Moldova in organizing the election, as well as the actions by which the Russian Federation tried to disrupt the democratic processes in our country, were the topics addressed by Prime Minister Dorin Recean at the panel dedicated to the elections, held within the Davos Economic Forum.

Expert: Gas deliveries to the Transnistrian region impossible without Chisinau's support

Tiraspol relies on the “goodwill” of Chișinău to sustain its economy in the current context of natural gas supply, said Eugenia Gusilov, director and founder of the Romanian Energy Center, during the “Zi de zi” program on Radio Moldova. She noted that the gas intended for delivery to the Transnistrian region by the Russian Federation, through a company called Ozbor Enterprises that is controlled by a former Gazprom executive, would only meet the region's basic needs.