EU membership - foreign policy priority for 2025
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21 December 2024 11:00
Accession to the European Union is the foreign policy priority, also reconfirmed by the citizens through their vote in the constitutional referendum. This is what President Maia Sandu said during a videoconference with Moldovan ambassadors. The head of state also emphasized the importance of promoting the interests of citizens and supporting the country's economic development, IPN re
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President Maia Sandu condemns the terrorist attack that took place at the Christmas Market in Magdeburg, Germany, where a car rammed into the crowd. At least four people died, including a child, and more than 200 people were injured, IPN reports."I am deeply saddened by the tragic event at the Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. My thoughts are with the victims and their love
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The General Mayor of Chisinau Municipality, Ion Ceban, believes that the actions of the National Anticorruption Center (CNA) against municipal officials are intended to intimidate. These statements were made during a press conference where the mayor commented on the arrest of Vitalie Mihalache, the Head of the General Directorate for Urban Mobility, IPN reports."In the end, they
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Alexandr Makuhin: Everyone thought Moldova would struggle with the large number of refugees, but it proved otherwise # IPN
At the start of the war in Ukraine, when many Ukrainians began seeking refuge, including in the Republic of Moldova, most institutions and countries believed that Moldova, being a small and inexperienced nation, would not manage the large influx of refugees. However, it proved otherwise, said Alexandr Makuhin during the public debate, “A Small Country with a Big Heart. How Has the
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Fines of over 10 million lei have been imposed so far by the National Anticorruption Center (NAC) based on reports on passive electoral corruption received from the police, IPN reports.The fines vary between 25,000 lei and 37,500 lei. According to a press release issued by the NAC, "the persons were penalized for asking for, accepting or receiving, personally or through an interme
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The Republic of Moldova has been authorized to export poultry products do not have to undergo a specific risk-mitigating treatment to the European Union as of January 1, IPN reports.Economic agents are urged to submit the application for the export of the given category of products to the offices of the National Food Safety Agency.The institution noted that the poultry products must
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In the event of a total halt in natural gas supplies from Russia to the left bank of the Nistru River, starting with January 1, 2025, and electricity production problems, the European Union intends to support the Republic of Moldova to overcome the crisis, IPN reports.The statement was made by the President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola at a press conference after her part
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The United States of America has given its consent for the opening of a Consulate General of the Republic of Moldova in Sacramento, in the state of California. The announcement was made during talks held by Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi, Minister of Foreign Affairs, with representatives of the U.S. Department of State, IPN reports."This is an important step in strengthening o
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Between December 20 and January 15, during the winter holidays, traffic at the Chisinau International Airport will reach a high level and an intense flow of passengers is expected. Therefore, in order to avoid inconvenience and delays, the airport authorities issued a series of recommendations for travelers, IPN reports.Passengers are advised to arrive at the airport at least three hou
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After proposing to the authorities to hold a referendum on neutrality, Irina Vlah decided to start a campaign of consultations with citizens, IPN reports.Irina Vlah, chairwoman of the new political party "Heart of Moldova", created after the presidential election in which she ran as an independent, provided a number of arguments in favor of the need for a plebiscite and consu
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Moldova’s recent election and referendum reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to a European future. Despite Russian interference, including vote-buying, cyberattacks, and bomb threats, pro-European candidate Maia Sandu secured a clear victory, reflecting consistent domestic and diaspora support. But a danger lurks around the corner, which should make Brussels wake up.Presid
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The General Mayor of Chisinau Municipality, Ion Ceban, believes that the actions of the National Anticorruption Center (CNA) against municipal officials are intended to intimidate. These statements were made during a press conference where the mayor commented on the arrest of Vitalie Mihalache, the Head of the General Directorate for Urban Mobility, IPN reports."In the end, they
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The National Children's Library "Ion Creanga," in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and the Union of Writers of the Republic of Moldova, celebrated reading at the Summary Conference of the 13th edition of the national reading promotion campaign, "Let's Read Together!". The event took place at the Republican Puppet Theater "Licurici" and mar
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Op-Ed TEXT... Anatol Țăranu In Chisinau, discussions are underway regarding the implementation of the second edition of the Euro-Unionist Convention, a political and electoral project aimed at representing the unionist segment of Moldovan society in the 2025 parliamentary elections. The initiative for forming the Convention was first launched in 2018 by the
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Pensions and other social benefits are projected to be indexed by 6.1% starting April 1, 2025. Additionally, from May 1, the minimum old-age pension will increase to 3,300 lei for individuals with a full contribution period of 40 years. For persons with disabilities, the minimum pension will rise to 2,258 lei. Parliament approved the State Social Insurance Budget Law for the upcoming yea
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Approximately 170,000 public sector employees and 50,000 healthcare workers will benefit from salary increases of 7% to 9%, starting next year. These increases, included in the 2025 state budget bill approved by Parliament in the second reading, cover police officers, rescuers, and specialists from the National Probation Inspectorate and the National Penitentiary Administration, IPN repo
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Alexandr Makuhin: Everyone thought Moldova would struggle with the large number of refugees, but it proved otherwise # IPN
At the start of the war in Ukraine, when many Ukrainians began seeking refuge, including in the Republic of Moldova, most institutions and countries believed that Moldova, being a small and inexperienced nation, would not manage the large influx of refugees. However, it proved otherwise, said Alexandr Makuhin during the public debate, “A Small Country with a Big Heart. How Has the
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Member of the Parliament Ana Racu stated that the authorities in the Republic of Moldova have learned on the go how to handle the influx of refugees caused by the war in Ukraine. The vast majority were women, children, elderly individuals, and people with disabilities. Beyond basic needs like shelter, food, and medicine, refugees also required psychological support. To ensure their right
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Ukrainian refugees in the Republic of Moldova should not be seen as a burden but as a potential economic asset. Seventy-five percent of them hold higher education degrees and have relevant work experience, making them an immense resource that can be utilized for the benefit of society and the country. This statement was made by Iulia Zincenko, Co-Executive Director of the organization Fe
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The National Center for Sustainable Energy (CNED) has successfully concluded the second session of the Appliance Voucher Program. Over 7,200 households in the Republic of Moldova received financial support to purchase energy-efficient appliances, marking a significant step toward reducing energy consumption and supporting vulnerable families, IPN reports.The program, implemented by CNE
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A woman was detained during baggage check at the Chisinau International Airport. The passenger, who was scheduled to fly to Antalya, tried to illegally take €39,000 out of the country, IPN reports.Border guards and customs officers found the money in the suitcase of the 35-year-old Moldovan woman. The entire amount was seized and the case was sent to the criminal investigation di
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The Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization announces the launch of the first state aid mechanism aimed at stimulating investments in the industry of the Republic of Moldova. According to Minister Dumitru Alaiba, the goal is to catalyze the growth of the industrial sector by providing financial support to companies that invest in business expansion and development, IPN report
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Fines of over 10 million lei have been imposed so far by the National Anticorruption Center (NAC) based on reports on passive electoral corruption received from the police, IPN reports.The fines vary between 25,000 lei and 37,500 lei. According to a press release issued by the NAC, "the persons were penalized for asking for, accepting or receiving, personally or through an interme
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The list of pharmacies opened within the framework of the project "Pharmacy in your village" was completed with four units. The pharmacies are located in the villages of Cuizăuca in Rezina district, Sămășcani in Șoldănești district, Sociteni in Ialoveni district and Camenca in Glodeni district, IPN reports.With the four units, the number of pharmacies opened rose to 50. Other
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The Republic of Moldova has been authorized to export poultry products do not have to undergo a specific risk-mitigating treatment to the European Union as of January 1, IPN reports.Economic agents are urged to submit the application for the export of the given category of products to the offices of the National Food Safety Agency.The institution noted that the poultry products must
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The Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization announces the launch of the first state aid mechanism aimed at stimulating investments in the industry of the Republic of Moldova. According to Minister Dumitru Alaiba, the goal is to catalyze the growth of the industrial sector by providing financial support to companies that invest in business expansion and development, IPN report
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