President Maia Sandu sets 2026 diplomatic priorities amid rising hybrid threats
Radio Moldova,
22 December 2025 18:40
President Maia Sandu underscored that the Republic of Moldova can only survive as a free and sovereign democracy by joining the European Union. The head of state delivered this message during the annual meeting of Moldovan ambassadors in Chișinău.
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In Soroca, Christmas Eve emphasized kindness and solidarity. Students from vocational schools and educational institutions that include children with special educational needs gathered for a charity event. Together, they prepared baked goods and decorated cookies. This event is part of the national campaign "Christmas unites us: Be kind on Christmas Eve!", organized for the second consecutive year by the Ministry of Education and Research.
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U.S.-backed project inaugurates new hearing room for child victims at Chisinau Court # Radio Moldova
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The Presidency of the Republic of Moldova embraced the spirit of the winter holidays by inaugurating the Christmas tree. This event was filled with emotion and attended by children, and it was organized with the support of the "Licurici" Theater.
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