Maia Sandu welcomes EU decision to sanction those who threaten Moldova's stability and security

President Maia Sandu came with a message after the European Union announced the sanctioning of five people who threaten the stability and security of our country. Four of them are citizens of the Republic of Moldova. "These people in conflict with the law have betrayed and continue to betray the national interest, endanger the development of the Republic of Moldova and work for the Kremlin," she said.

Diversification of energy sources, including for the Republic of Moldova, one of the topics on the agenda of the EPC Summit

Energy security and climate change will be among the topics of discussion at the second European Political Community Summit, which will take place on Thursday, 1 June, in Bulboaca. The topic is a topical one not only in Moldova, but also throughout Europe, said Energy Minister Victor Parlicov at the public debate organised by IPN Agency. In this context, energy expert Sergiu Tofilat said that our country will no longer be able to be blackmailed by the Russian Federation because it is no longer so important on the European gas market.

The Gastrology and Hepatology Department of the Institute of Mother and Child was inaugurated

The Gastrology and Hepatology Section of the Institute of Mother and Child was inaugurated today after capital repairs. It treats about two thousand patients, mainly children, suffering from gastrointestinal and liver pathologies every year. The authorities say that investment in health will continue so that all patients can benefit from high quality and efficient services.

The last bell rang today in educational institutions

The last bell rang today for thousands of students in Moldova. On this occasion, the Minister of Education and Research, Anatolie Topala, sent a congratulatory message for the achievements of students and teachers.

Bank fraud: The case against Vladimir Plahotniuc, sent to trial in his absence

The criminal case "Bank Fraud" in which the former leader of the democrats Vladimir Plahotniuc is targeted has been sent to court in his absence. A decision to this effect was handed down today by the Court of Appeal, which rejected the lawyers' appeal and upheld the decision of the Chisinau Ciocana Municipal Court unchanged. The Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office announced this.

National Bureau of Statistics: More than 67 million passengers used public transport in the first three months of this year

More than 67 million passengers used public transport in the first three months of this year, data from the National Bureau of Statistics show. The number is up 30 percent compared to the same period last year. At the same time, the president of the Employers' Association of Car Transport Operators, Oleg Alexa, told Radio Moldova that although the number of people transported is on the rise, it has not reached the figures attested before the pandemic.

ARBI takes over the chairmanship of the Balkan Crime Asset Management Network

The National Anti-Corruption Centre's Criminal Assets Recovery Agency takes over the chairmanship of the Balkan Network of Asset Management Agencies for the management of seized criminal assets.

On 1 June public transport will be reorganised. Main boulevards will be closed

On Thursday, June 1, Chisinau will be practically blocked and public transport routes will be reorganised, Chisinau Mayor Ion Ceban said today at the weekly meeting of Chisinau City Hall services. According to the mayor general, part of the public transport will deviate from the usual route starting May 31, when several European delegations will arrive in Chisinau.

The National Centre for Information Defence and Counter-propaganda "Patriot" will be created in the Republic of Moldova

The National Information Defence and Counter Propaganda Centre "Patriot" will be created in the Republic of Moldova. The Centre will have the task of coordinating and implementing the state policy in the field of information security and ensuring strategic communication in order to identify, prevent and combat disinformation at national level. The announcement was made today by Head of State Maia Sandu, who noted that a legislative initiative has been drafted for this purpose.

Ammunition depot, discovered near Măgdăcești

Sappers from the "Codru" Battalion discovered an ammunition depot from the Second World War, near the village of Măgdăcești, Criuleni district. The explosives were found on a field following agricultural works, informs the Ministry of Defense.

The Moldovan military participates in the multinational exercise "Saber Guardian" in Romania

Several soldiers of the "Ștefan cel Mare" motorized infantry brigade are participating, between May 29 and June 9, in the multinational exercise "Saber Guardian 2023", which will take place in Romania. The Ministry of Defense mentions that the soldiers will travel to the neighboring country with the equipment of the National Army and will train at the Smârdan Training Center in Galati county.

Maia Sandu, message on the Nistru Day: "The river offers us many privileges and it is our duty to protect it"

The Nistru Day is marked on the last Sunday of May. On this occasion, President Maia Sandu came with a message, noting that "the Nistru offers us many privileges to develop and to ensure a comfortable living. And it is our duty to protect it, treating it with respect by treating wastewater, managing waste properly and reforesting the banks."