Moldova: Unpaid volunteer firefighters show professional skill at annual festival
Radio Moldova,
19 October 2025 11:30
Volunteer firefighters, increasing in number across Moldova, are always ready for a new mission, despite not being paid professionals.
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Republic of Moldova will modernize its electronic public procurement system with the WB support # Radio Moldova
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President Maia Sandu emphasized the need for someone to revitalize the economy of the Republic of Moldova and attract investments, especially in light of the ongoing conflict on the border. She shared these insights during a broadcast on Rlive.md, explaining her decision to appoint Alexandru Munteanu as the new prime minister. The decision followed internal consultations within the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) after Dorin Recean announced that he no longer wished to continue in his role. According to Maia Sandu, it was agreed that the new prime minister must possess a strong economic background to effectively manage the current challenges.
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