Dorin Recean: "The main issue we need to focus on now is the financial situation of farmers"

Discussions continued at the Government with representatives of grain producing companies, exporters and farmers' associations in the country. During the meeting, Prime Minister Dorin Recean spoke about the actions taken by the Government and the economic measures needed to financially support farmers, open new temporary transport routes and identify more export destinations.

UNFPA: By 2040, one in three people in Moldova will be over 60 years old

In 2040, about 33% of the population of the Republic of Moldova will be over 60 years old, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has estimated. The Government of the Republic of Moldova in partnership with UNFPA, are in the process of developing a national programme for active and healthy ageing 2023-2027, aimed at strengthening the country's demographic resilience.

Volodimir Zelensky gave Pope Francis an icon painted on a bulletproof vest

Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelenski met Pope Francis at the Vatican on Saturday, who said in late April that the Holy See was engaged in a peace mission to end the war with Russia, Reuters reports.

The European Village was inaugurated in Chisinau to mark Europe Day

In Chisinau, in the Great National Assembly Square, the European Village was inaugurated in the context of the Europe Day celebrations. During the event, entitled "Stronger together", presentations of European Union projects in our country and interactive activities for visitors of all ages are held. Guests say they came to the event to get acquainted with European values and traditions and to watch the show with the participation of Zdob and Zdub, Etho Republic and other artists. On Saturday 13 May, they will also watch the live broadcast of the Eurovision grand final from Liverpool, keeping their fingers crossed for our country's representative, Pasha Parfeni.

Zelensky on visit to Rome: "The key to our success on the battlefield is timely receipt of necessary assistance"

Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelenski, on a visit to Rome on Saturday, thanked Italy for its support to Kiev, RBC reports.

Berlin extends support to Kiev. Weapons worth €2.7 billion to be delivered to Ukraine

Berlin extends support for Ukraine as the government in Kiev prepares for an anticipated counteroffensive against Russia's invasion of the country. The German government has approved a new €2.7 billion arms package for Ukraine, German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said on Saturday, as quoted by Politico.

Volodimir Zelensky is visiting Rome

Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelenski arrived in Rome today for meetings with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Pope Francis and Italian President Sergio Mattarella.

Experts' views on the disagreements between the NAC and the Prosecutor's Office: "A special meeting must be convened"

The statements made yesterday in Parliament by the director of the National Anti-Corruption Centre, Iulian Rusu, accusing the bodies of the General Prosecutor's Office and the Anti-Corruption Office of terminating criminal cases without explanations and delaying the handling of high-profile cases, are a signal that there are certain disagreements between these institutions, which could affect their work, experts say.

"Moldova stood up whenever it was needed". Maia Sandu urges citizens to participate in the "European Moldova" Assembly

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, came today with an appeal to all our citizens to participate in the "European Moldova" Assembly. The event will take place in the centre of the capital on 21 May.

Energocom has signed up to the European Union's Joint Gas Procurement Platform

Energocom, the central energy supplier of the Republic of Moldova, has recently joined the European Union's joint natural gas purchasing platform, as confirmed to Radio Moldova by Vitalie Condrațchi, spokesman for the Ministry of Energy. According to him, other energy suppliers have the right to register on the platform until May 15.

Tonight, the final stage of the Eurovision Song Contest will take place

The final round of the international Eurovision Song Contest will take place in Liverpool tonight. Artists from 26 countries will take to the stage, with Moldova's Pasha Parfeni taking to the stage as number 18 in the final.

The European City will be inaugurated today in PMAN. What surprises await visitors

The European Village will be inaugurated today in the Grand National Assembly Square, in the context of Europe Day. The festivities will start at 14:00.