Moldova and India deepen ties with scholarships and investments

Moldova and India will enhance their trade relations, introduce new university study programs for students, and work together to train professionals in areas such as artificial intelligence and cyber diplomacy. These objectives were announced on Monday, July 20, by President Maia Sandu and her Indian counterpart, Droupadi Murmu, during her visit to Chisinau.

Most Tofan ministers declared over 1 million lei in income

Bank accounts, allowances, spacious houses, cars, and some luxury items are among the assets and sources of income listed in the asset declarations of the 16 candidates proposed for Vasile Tofan's Government. This government is set to request a vote of confidence from Parliament on Tuesday, July 21. Among these candidates, Eugen Osmochescu has reported the highest declared income, while Dan Perciun has the lowest income among those nominated for the new executive team.

Tofan Cabinet: New faces and returning ministers

Prime Minister-designate Vasile Tofan is set to present the composition of the new Cabinet of Ministers and the government program to Parliament on Tuesday, July 21, in order to secure a vote of confidence. The Tofan Government mostly retains the ministers from Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu's team, many of whom have been part of the Executive since January 2023, when the government led by Dorin Recean was inaugurated. According to Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu, the new Prime Minister will need to make "very tough decisions" regarding salaries in state-owned enterprises, attract investments, and complete the opening of all negotiation clusters with the EU by the end of this year.

Outgoing Moldovan ministers cite political hostility amid cabinet shakeup

Prime Minister-designate Vasile Tofan announced a partial cabinet reshuffle on July 17, altering the composition of the incoming executive team ahead of a parliamentary confirmation vote. The changes impact the ministries of finance, agriculture, culture, and health, while the remaining members of the Munteanu administration will retain their portfolios.

Moldova opposition dismisses new Tofan cabinet as cosmetic change

Schimbările anunțate de premierul Vasile Tofan în noul Guvern sunt insuficiente și nu vor produce o schimbare reală, susțin reprezentanții opoziției, invocând posibilitatea organizării unor alegeri parlamentare anticipate.

Chisinau aligns with NATO and EU to secure sovereign airspace

Moldova is actively reversing decades of military underfunding to modernize its National Army in response to evolving regional security threats. Backed by NATO and the European Union, Chisinau is prioritizing the overhaul of its air defense systems.

Moldova hosts India President Murmu to boost trade and energy

Indian President Droupadi Murmu will make an official visit to Chisinau on Monday, July 20, at the invitation of Moldovan President Maia Sandu.

PM-designate Vasile Tofan sets confidence vote for July 21

Prime Minister-designate Vasile Tofan and his cabinet will present their governance program and seek a vote of confidence in Parliament on Tuesday, July 21, at 11:00 AM. The schedule was confirmed following a meeting of the ruling Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) parliamentary faction.

Moldova upgrades air defense with €120M EU support

Moldova has recorded 34 airspace violations involving drones and ballistic missiles since the start of Russia's unprovoked invasion of Ukraine. In response, national authorities have launched a comprehensive overhaul of the country's air defense capabilities with Western support.

Moldova presidency rejects trash document claims

The Office of the President of Moldova has rejected claims that official state documents were dumped at a landfill, following viral social media videos.

Tofan concludes talks with parliamentary factions as opposition sets conditions

Prime Minister-designate Vasile Tofan held consultations with opposition parties on July 16 in preparation for the upcoming vote on the government's inauguration. Some parties have already announced that they will not support the new Cabinet, expressing concerns that Tofan may face the same fate as former Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu. Meanwhile, other parties stated that they would determine their vote after the government's program and list of ministers are presented.

Igor Grosu calls for defense investments after Copanca drone incident

A drone that fell on the night of July 13 in Copanca, Causeni district, nearly exploded, which could have caused serious damage. This was stated by the Speaker of the Parliament, Igor Grosu, during the show "I and the EU" on Moldova 1. According to Grosu, it is essential to summon the accredited ambassador of the Russian Federation to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs following such incidents, even if this may not be the most efficient approach.