BREAKING NEWS! The Republic of Moldova will not participate in Eurovision 2025

The Republic of Moldova has decided to withdraw from the Eurovision 2025 music contest. This announcement was made by Corneliu Durnescu, the director of the national television channel Moldova 1, and Daniela Crudu, the head of the Eurovision Moldova Delegation, on January 22. The decision came after a thorough analysis of the current situation, as well as the economic, administrative, and artistic challenges involved. Despite withdrawing from the contest, Moldova 1 TV will still broadcast live the two semi-finals and the grand final in Basel, allowing viewers to follow the competition in the best possible way.

Press review // The fate of the Republic of Moldova depends on how the new American administration will position itself in the war in Ukraine

Several publications from the Republic of Moldova examine how the new United States administration may affect security and stability in Europe, particularly regarding the potential signing of a peace agreement in the Russian-Ukrainian war. Experts suggest that the resolution of the Transnistrian issue will also depend on the developments in Ukraine.

Moldova’s first energy communities to boost local energy use

The first energy communities are expected to be established and tested in the Republic of Moldova starting this year.

High-voltage energy project set to power Moldova by 2025

The construction of the Vulcănești-Chișinău high-voltage transmission line (LEA) has reached approximately 50% completion.

Moldova seeks U.S. support for Transnistrian conflict resolution

Shifts in U.S. foreign policy and possible peace negotiations with Ukraine could present an opportunity for Moldova to secure American support in resolving the Transnistrian conflict.

Modernizing schools: Less paperwork, more teaching time

The Ministry of Education and Research is preparing a second set of measures to streamline bureaucracy, set to launch this year.

Trump’s inauguration: Key priorities for U.S. and Europe

The fight against migration, economic recovery, ending the war in Ukraine, and resolving the conflict in the Middle East are among the main priorities announced by the elected President of the United States, Donald Trump, who is currently being inaugurated.

Moldovagaz: Potential gas supplier to Transnistria

Moldovagaz could potentially begin purchasing natural gas from the Moldovan gas exchange for delivery to the Transnistrian region, according to a statement from the Office of Reintegration Policy.

Moldova demands Russian troop withdrawal from Transnistria

For nearly three decades, Chisinau has consistently pressed for the withdrawal of Russian troops stationed in the Transnistrian region.

Chișinău’s mayor requests compensation for rising energy costs

The increase in energy costs will lead to an additional expenditure of about 400 million lei (€20 mln) for the city of Chișinău, the mayor of the capital announced during the weekly City Hall meeting on January 20.

Maia Sandu convenes Moldova's Supreme Security Council to tackle corruption

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, convened the Supreme Security Council (SSC) on Monday, January 20, 2025.

Press Review // Moldova’s energy crisis: How Russia’s lies threaten stability

Falsehoods spread in the public sphere amid the energy crisis on the left bank of the Dniester continue to attract attention from national media.