Agriculture Ministry representatives head to Brussels for screening on two key chapters

The screening exercise for Chapter 11, "Agriculture and Rural Development," and Chapter 12, "Food Safety, Sanitary-Veterinary, and Phytosanitary Policy," will begin next week. The team from the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry will be in Brussels from September 8 to 18, as stated by Ina Butucel, the Deputy Secretary General of the Ministry.

Former mayor and forensic doctor detained in Florești for murder

A man from a village in Florești district died seven years ago after being beaten several times by people trying to force him to work on a farm. At the time, no one was held accountable, the case was covered up, and the forensic examination was falsified.

Press review: Nicușor Dan visits Moldova; Paid protest at Penitentiary Nb. 13

The front pages of national publications feature details about the private visit of Romania's President, Nicușor Dan, to the Republic of Moldova. The media is also reporting on a new protest, involving paid participants, that took place near Penitentiary No. 13 in support of Gagauz Bashkan Evghenia Guțul.

Beyond vacation: Moldova's youth centers foster growth

When we say "summer," we often think of vacations, adventure, and free time. But this much-awaited season can mean more than just relaxation.

Moldova's first pediatric MRI anesthesia service unveiled

The first anesthesia service for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) has been inaugurated at the Oncology Institute.

Coffins brought to Presidency: Police detain five, including minors

Five individuals, including minors, are under investigation by law enforcement after they were found bringing two coffins to the Presidency. The General Inspectorate of Police reported that when the individuals noticed the presence of law enforcement, they attempted to flee but were apprehended and taken to the inspectorate for questioning.

Major investments support greening and land restoration in southern Moldova

By the end of 2029, the southern region of the Republic of Moldova will receive significant investments aimed at greening and restoring degraded and eroded lands. Additionally, the project will support the involvement of women in agricultural businesses by introducing and testing new species of fruit trees and shrubs that are suited to the specific climatic conditions of the area. These statements were made by Pavel Gavrilița, the manager of the project "Advancing Climate Resilience and Women’s Empowerment in Moldova" during the "Zi de zi" show on Radio Moldova. The project will be implemented over the next four years by the United Nations Development Programme Moldova and UN Women, in collaboration with local authorities.

Moldova's challenges: From defense to real estate woes

The status of neutrality as viewed by the Danish Minister of Defense, the flight of deputies Lozovan and Nesterovschi and the authorities' reactions, and the 10-day lawyers' strike are among the main topics currently making headlines.

Screening: European Commission will assess Moldova’s environmental sector

A new round of bilateral discussions between the Republic of Moldova and the European Union is set to take place next week in Brussels. This meeting will focus on Chapter 27 – Environment and Climate Change, a complex chapter that encompasses over 200 European acts and covers seven thematic areas. Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, Cristina Gherasimov, highlighted the significance of this agenda. Meanwhile, Minister of Environment, Sergiu Lazarencu, emphasized that the discussions with European experts will concentrate on the Republic of Moldova's preparedness and objectives related to environmental protection and sustainable development.

Meal vouchers can now be offered electronically, Secretary of State

The process for distributing meal vouchers will be enhanced this year, ensuring that night shift workers also receive daily payments, which range from 35 to 70 lei. This was stated by Cristina Ixari, State Secretary at the Ministry of Finance, during the "Zi de Zi" program on Radio Moldova. She also mentioned that the vouchers will now be available in electronic format.

Moldova’s EU accession and key political updates: a press review

European leaders are set to visit Moldova on July 4th for an EU-Moldova summit confirmed by President Maia Sandu.

Berry consumption in Moldova quadrupled in under 10 years

The berry industry in the Republic of Moldova has been experiencing significant growth, becoming an essential component of the national economy after 2015. According to economic expert Veaceslav Ioniță, berry consumption among Moldovans has increased more than fourfold in under ten years. Additionally, the export of frozen berry products has proven to be profitable.