World Bank funds internship program for women pursuing careers in energy

Women interested in pursuing a career in the energy sector can apply starting May 19 for a new round of the Internship Program for Women in Energy. This program is launched by the Consolidated Unit for the Implementation and Monitoring of Energy Projects (UCIPE) with support from the World Bank.

Maia Sandu: European Order of Merit belongs to Moldovan people

President Maia Sandu called on European Union institutions and member states to allow the Republic of Moldova “to move forward on its European path.” She made the appeal on May 19 from the podium of the European Parliament after receiving the European Order of Merit, a distinction recognizing her significant contribution to European integration and the promotion of European values.

Maia Sandu after Eurovision voting scandal: We must not let Chișinău Bucharest relations suffer

Nothing and no one should affect relations between Moldova and Romania, and ties between Chișinău and Bucharest must remain protected and supported regardless of tensions or interpretations linked to competitions or artistic results. President Maia Sandu made the statement on May 19 in Strasbourg, where she received the European Order of Merit from the European Parliament.

Chișinău seeks stronger ties with Beijing as Foreign Minister visits China officially

Chișinău seeks to strengthen dialogue with Beijing. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi will pay an official visit to China from May 21 to 25 at the invitation of his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi.

Doctor on Radio Moldova: Low risk of hantavirus infections in Moldova

Severe hantavirus cases detected on a South American cruise have gone viral online and raised concern. However, specialists in Moldova say the virus does not pose a major threat to the country at this time.

Maia Sandu in Strasbourg: Moldova ready to advance on its EU path

The Republic of Moldova is prepared to move forward with its accession to the European Union by initiating negotiations on all chapters. This declaration was made by President Maia Sandu during her meeting in Strasbourg with the President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, and various representatives from European political groups.

Moldova Digital Summit: “Citizens must learn to use new technologies”

Chisinau will host the 15th edition of the Moldova Digital Summit at the beginning of this summer. The event is scheduled for June 5 and 6 and will gather representatives from the government, the IT industry, the education sector, and international experts in digital technologies. The organisers emphasise that this event highlights the rapid growth of the ICT sector in the Republic of Moldova and the country's increasing integration into the European digital ecosystem.

ECO-RET MOLDOVA will manage the Packaging Deposit System

The Public Association "ECO-RET MOLDOVA" will be appointed as the administrator of the Packaging Deposit System. This decision is set to be approved at the government meeting on Wednesday, May 20. Once approved, it will pave the way for the launch of the system that financially incentivizes citizens to return plastic, glass, or metal beverage containers.

Model School project invests nearly 124.5 million lei in Chișinău’s Republican Sports Lyceum

The Republican Sports Lyceum in Chisinau has undergone significant renovations, thanks to an investment of approximately 10 million lei from the Ministry of Education and Research. The newly refurbished multi-purpose hall will serve as a training facility for 11 different sports disciplines and will play a key role in supporting the national teams of the Republic of Moldova. This facility will host training sessions, competitions, camps, and both national and international sporting events.

Education Ministry will financially support teachers who teach Romanian in Gagauzia schools

The Ministry of Education and Research has announced that starting this year, it will provide financial incentives for Romanian-speaking teachers who transfer to educational institutions in Gagauzia. This initiative aims to enhance the availability of education in Romanian within the autonomous region, according to Minister Dan Perciun.

Experts warn Russia uses citizenship to expand its influence in the region

The recent decree signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin simplifies the process for residents of the left bank of the Nistru to obtain Russian citizenship. This move represents a new effort by the Kremlin to strengthen its influence in the region. Former Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, Alexandru Flenchea, has warned that this tactic could be used to recruit Moldovan citizens.

Promo-LEX urges authorities to secure the release of Emilian Ceban, illegally detained in Tiraspol for nearly four years

The Promo-LEX Association urges the country's leadership to intervene urgently for the release of Emilian Ceban, a young man who has been illegally detained for nearly four years in the Transnistrian region. This detention occurred after he refused to sign a long-term contract with the so-called Ministry of Defense in Tiraspol upon reaching the age of majority. He also expressed his intention to leave the illegal paramilitary system in which he had been trained since childhood.