EU Security Hub: One year of activity. The Republic of Moldova has confirmed its ability to contribute to strengthening Europe's security belt

The Republic of Moldova has confirmed its ability to contribute to strengthening Europe's security belt, says European Commissioner for Home Affairs Ylva Johansson, one year after the establishment of the European Union Security HUB.

Coup d'état in Niger: The head of the presidential guard has proclaimed himself the country's new leader

General Abdourahmane Tchiani has declared himself Niger's new leader after a dramatic coup. Also known as Omar Tchiani, he staged a takeover that began on Wednesday when the presidential guard unit he led captured the country's leader. This destroys Niger's first peaceful and democratic transition since independence in 1960, reports the BBC.

Iurie Rozlovan is the new interim director of Termoelectrica

Iurie Rozlovan is the new interim director of Termoelectrica. He was presented a short time ago by the Minister of Energy, Victor Parlicov.

Expert // More loan applications from Moldovans in the coming months

In the coming months, there will be more loan applications from Moldovans, said economic policy expert Veaceslav Ionita. According to him, this is due to the National Bank of Moldova, which has been relaxing monetary policy for several months now, which is encouraging investment. At the same time, the economic expert says that a greater demand for mortgage loans will be when the monthly rate will be less than 10%.

New external support for energy security. Secretary of State: "We need to buy gas when it is cheaper"

The Republic of Moldova will benefit from additional financial assistance to ensure energy security. The Government of Norway will provide our country with a €35 million grant through the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). At the same time, the Republic of Moldova will access a €35 million loan from the EBRD to purchase volumes of natural gas for the cold season, said Cristina Pereteatcu, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Energy.

The head of Termoelectrica has submitted a resignation request after the oil scandal

The general director of SA "Termoelectrica", Vasile Leu, has resigned. The information was confirmed to IPN by Energy Minister Victor Parlicov.

Women inactive in the labour market due to family responsibilities. The authorities' solution

More than half of Moldova's population, mostly women aged 25-34, is inactive on the labour market because of family responsibilities, a study shows. To increase women's participation in the workforce, employers are encouraged to develop childcare facilities in their institutions, according to a draft law under public debate. At the same time, according to the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, the number of crèche groups in early education institutions is to be expanded.

Study// African countries will pay millions more for Putin's "generous offer" to export Russian grain

Moscow will continue grain exports to poor African countries despite Western sanctions, President Vladimir Putin has assured at the Russia-Africa summit in St Petersburg. At the same time, the Kremlin leader pledged to provide 25 to 50 tonnes of Russian grain to six African countries free of charge. The statement was made amid concerns by these countries after the recent termination of the agreement on Ukrainian grain exports via the Black Sea. According to expert calculations, each of the poorest African countries will pay between $15 million and $115 million for this gift.

The UN has suspended its humanitarian operations in Niger after the coup d'état

The United Nations (UN) says it has suspended its humanitarian operations in Niger after soldiers announced the overthrow of the country's elected president, reports the BBC.

Green light to extend the state of emergency. Parliament to examine government proposal

Parliament will examine the Government's proposal to extend the state of emergency for 60 days. Today the members of the Committee on National Security, Defence and Public Order examined the draft decision providing for this and decided to propose it to the plenary for adoption.

Embassy of Greece will be opened in the Republic of Moldova

Greece has officially notified about the decision to open an embassy in Chisinau, the Moldovan ambassador to Athens, Andrei Popov, announced. According to the diplomat, this will contribute to the advancement of the bilateral partnership.

Ukrainian army announces it has liberated a village in Donetsk region

The Ukrainian army has cleared the village of Staromaiorske on the southern front from Russian troops, where Kiev forces have intensified their counter-offensive in recent days, Ukrainian Deputy Defence Minister Hanna Maliar announced, AFP reports.