France rejects Niger coup, condemns ambassador eviction

The Nigerien junta has ordered the French ambassador to the country to leave in 48 hours, according to CNN.

Moldova secures 300 million cubic metres of natural gas

The Moldovan state-owned energy company Energocom has announced that it has purchased approximately 300 million cubic metres (m3) of natural gas in the period from June to July 2023.

Ukraine strikes Crimean Brigade with drones, killing dozens

The Ukrainian military launched multiple drones against a Russian brigade in Crimea on Friday night, killing dozens of Russian troops, according to Ukrainian media citing the intelligence services. The Russian government has not commented on the attack.

Moldova takes steps to diversify energy sources, but challenges remain

Moldova's energy sector remains one of the most vulnerable areas of the country, 32 years after independence, according to energy expert Sergiu Tofilat.

Moldova's wine exports soar 34% in first 7 months of 2023

Moldova's wine exports surged 34% in the first seven months of 2023, compared to the same period of 2022, according to the National Wine Office of Moldova.

Air Moldova faces backlash over flight cancellations

The Civil Aviation Authority of Moldova (CAA) has received over 400 complaints from passengers whose flights have been cancelled since the beginning of the year. The majority of the complaints are directed at the national airline, Air Moldova.

Putin denies involvement in plane crash that killed Wagner mercenary leader

The Kremlin has rejected claims that Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the assassination of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of the Wagner mercenary group.

Moldova's mandatory health insurance system: A success, but challenges remain

The implementation of the mandatory health insurance system in Moldova has been the country's most significant achievement in the health care sector since independence, according to Ion Dodon, the general director of the National Health Insurance Company.

Moldova and Romania deepen ties as EU candidacy progresses

The status of Moldova as a candidate country for EU membership is boosting cooperation with Romania, according to the country's ambassador to Bucharest, Victor Chirilă.

Bookfest Chișinău 2023: Over 31 publishers from Romania and Moldova

The International Book Fair Bookfest returns to Chișinău, Moldova, for its sixth edition, from August 30 to September 3, 2023, at the Mediacor Center of the Moldova State University.

Moldova: Salaries double in 30 years, but incomes rise only 1.4 times

Salaries in Moldova have doubled since independence, but incomes have only increased 1.4 times, according to experts. The average pension is set to exceed the 1991 level for the first time this year.

Former Romanian negotiator: Moldova on track for EU membership

Moldova has made significant progress in meeting the criteria for EU membership, former Romanian EU accession negotiator Vasile Pușcaș told Radio Moldova.