2023 Legislative Scorecard: Inside Moldova's political arena

2023 witnessed the Moldovan Parliament grapple with an intricate tapestry of legislative advancements, persistent regional security anxieties, and internal political discord.

Moldova vote: Venice commission flags concerns

The Council of Europe's Venice Commission has cast doubt on the legality and timing of Moldova's recent electoral reforms, expressing concerns about potential manipulation and advocating for stricter criteria for candidacy limitations.

Moldova gears up for early EU negotiations

Capitalising on a critical window of opportunity, Moldovan experts and officials are advocating for a swift launch of EU accession negotiations before the European Parliament elections in June 2024.

Moldova: CSP election keys justice reform

Underscoring its pivotal role in propelling stalled justice reforms, President Maia Sandu called for the prompt election of a new Superior Council of Prosecutors (CSP) this week.

KIV retires: Chisinau Airport embraces RMO

Signalling a strategic shift towards international alignment and independent identity, Chisinau International Airport will implement a new International Air Transport Association (IATA) code, RMO, effective January 18, 2024.

Moldova farmers lobby for permanent grain import limits

Moldovan farmers are pressing the government for a permanent import quota regime on cereals and oilseeds, mirroring systems in Romania and Bulgaria.

Moldova's EU bid hinges on three key reforms

Moldova's aspirations to join the European Union face a critical juncture, as completing three outstanding recommendations from the European Commission remains the primary obstacle to launching formal accession negotiations.

Wagner defector exposes Ukraine atrocity orders

A former officer of the Wagner Group, a Russian paramilitary force, is set to provide crucial testimony at the International Criminal Court (ICC) concerning alleged atrocities against civilians in Ukraine. Igor Salikov, 60, fled Russia and currently resides in the Netherlands.

Moldova's anti-corruption climb: Real or perceived

Moldova has made progress in its fight against corruption, according to the 2023 Public Integrity Index. The country moved up several spots in the rankings, placing 35th globally.

Emergency ends, Moldova charts new course

Moldova's state of emergency, instituted at the onset of the Ukraine war, will officially draw to a close on December 31st, Prime Minister Dorin Recean confirmed on TV8.

EU migration plan: Fragile truce

After years of internal discord, the European Union (EU) has crafted a nascent migration policy framework.

UN reconsiders Gaza truce: Ceasefire vote looms

The United Nations Security Council is primed to vote on a revised proposal for a Gaza ceasefire on Tuesday, marking a potential shift in the international response following the United States' earlier veto of a similar resolution, as reported by The Guardian.