CNED will guarantee up to 10 million lei for energy renovations of apartments

Homeowners' associations will find it easier to secure loans for energy renovations of apartment buildings thanks to a new mechanism approved by the government. Under this initiative, the National Center for Sustainable Energy (CNED) will guarantee up to 90% of loans, with a maximum amount of 10 million lei and an interest rate capped at 5% per year.

Chisinau airport: Special measures, September 14-17, for Hasidic pilgrims' departure

Chisinau "Eugen Doga" International Airport will implement special access and security measures from September 14 to 17. This decision follows an increase in passenger traffic due to the departure of Hasidic pilgrims.

Chisinau exhibition honors 25th anniversary of 9/11, featuring tribute to Arkady Zaltsman

An open-air exhibition has opened in the Stefan Cel Mare Public Garden in central Chisinau to commemorate the victims of the September 11, 2001, attacks. The exhibition pays special tribute to Arkady Zaltsman, an architect originally from the Republic of Moldova, who was tragically killed in the attacks on the World Trade Center in New York.

Transitioning to community support for independent living for people with disabilities

Adults with disabilities transitioning from residential centers will receive support through a program initiated by the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection (MMPS). This program aims to promote their social integration by providing sheltered housing and personalized assistance. As a result, participants will benefit from a safe environment and the freedom to make their own decisions.

Glodeni: Minibus skidded with 20 passengers, 5 injured

Five people were injured this morning in a road accident near the village of Stircea, Glodeni district. They were travelling in a Mercedes minibus, which, for reasons still unknown, skidded off the road.

1,000 new USM Law students: What are their post-graduation opportunities?

Law remains one of the most popular choices for young people in the Republic of Moldova. This year, the Faculty of Law at the State University of Moldova (USM) has enrolled over 1,000 students, showcasing the field's enduring appeal.

Opposition seeks explanations from ministers, but the PAS majority rejected the requests

A number of ministers were summoned to Parliament at the request of opposition MPs to explain several issues. They sought answers on the tender for the expansion of Chisinau International Airport, delays in various road infrastructure projects, the compensation mechanism for the cold season, and the reasons for delays in work on the Chisinau-Vulcănești power line. However, the majority party, PAS, did not support the initiatives.

Air alert in Romania following Russian attack on Ukraine

On the morning of Friday, September 11, authorities issued a new RO-Alert message for residents of northern Tulcea county, Romania. This alert came after the Ministry of Defense's radars in Bucharest detected air targets near the border with Ukraine. In response, the Ministry of Defence dispatched two F-16 aircraft from the 86th Air Base in Borcea to monitor the situation.

Constitutional Court judge candidates will be publicly interviewed for greater transparency

Candidates for the Constitutional Court judge position will be selected through a more transparent process. This will involve publishing their CVs, consulting with civil society, and verifying their integrity. Veronica Roșca, chairwoman of the Legal, Appointments, and Immunities Committee, proposed a draft law to implement these changes, and Parliament approved it in its first reading.

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan announces "courageous decisions" to cut the budget deficit

The government aims to reduce the budget deficit and has announced a series of fiscal and administrative reforms. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan met with Svetlana Cerović, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) resident representative in the Republic of Moldova, to discuss the fiscal and budgetary situation, public debt management, and measures needed to strengthen state finances. Key priorities include implementing fiscal reform, reducing administrative costs, and streamlining government structures and agencies.

Suicide in Moldova: Causes and warning signs

In the Republic of Moldova, the suicide rate is higher in rural areas compared to urban areas, significantly impacting young people, for whom suicide is one of the leading causes of death. Experts indicate that this tragic act often stems from deep and enduring suffering, which can be exacerbated by isolation, socioeconomic challenges, depression, and alcohol consumption.

Afghan delegation visits Moldova; Parliament discusses commercial ties

The visit of a delegation from the Ministry of Agriculture of Afghanistan to the Republic of Moldova was organized to assist a Moldovan business in expanding its exports to the Afghan market via Uzbekistan. Vasile Șarban, the State Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry, emphasized that the relationship was purely commercial and not aimed at establishing diplomatic ties with the Afghan authorities.