Ukraine $800 billion reconstruction deal stalled at Davos amid US-EU friction
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21 January 2026 15:10
A landmark $800 billion agreement for the post-war reconstruction of Ukraine has been postponed at the World Economic Forum. The delay follows escalating tensions between the United States and European capitals over President Donald Trump’s "Peace Council" initiative and his controversial stance on Greenland.
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Roughly 600,000 residents have fled Kyiv as relentless Russian missile and drone strikes continue to devastate Ukraine's power grid. Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed the exodus to Agence France-Presse, citing a total loss of electricity and heating in many districts.
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Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri conducted an emergency inspection of the Cocieri plateau on January 21, assuring residents that basic supplies remain stable despite the Nistru River freezing over.
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A landmark $800 billion agreement for the post-war reconstruction of Ukraine has been postponed at the World Economic Forum. The delay follows escalating tensions between the United States and European capitals over President Donald Trump’s "Peace Council" initiative and his controversial stance on Greenland.
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The Superior Council of Prosecutors (CSP) approved the 2026 budget for the Prosecutor General’s Office during its session on January 21. The institution will operate with over €26.5 million (approx. 519.4 million MDL), marking a 1.45% increase compared to 2025.
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Moldova is preparing for a final legal exit from the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), a move experts describe as a symbolic but necessary divorce from Russian influence. The Moldovan Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that Chisinau will denounce the foundational 1991 and 1993 treaties that established the post-Soviet bloc.
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Moldova’s Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) reports that over 2,000 Roma students enrolled in schools across the country as of September 2025. This figure marks a significant increase from 1,687 students recorded in the previous year.
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France’s National Assembly unanimously approves driving license recognition for Moldovans # Moldova1
The French National Assembly has officially adopted a bilateral agreement to recognize driving licenses issued by the Republic of Moldova. This decision marks a significant milestone in simplifying administrative procedures for Moldovan citizens living in France.
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The Ministry of Health of the Republic of Moldova is urging citizens to contact primary care physicians for Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination. Health officials warn that 80% of the population will contract the virus at some point, often without showing any visible symptoms.
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British manufacturer Cornelius Electronics is investing €5 million (approx. 98.5 million MDL) to expand its production capacity in northern Moldova. The project focuses on the Edineț Industrial Park and aims to strengthen the country's position within European electronics value chains.
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Moldovan Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu reaffirmed Chisinau's unwavering solidarity with Ukraine during the World Economic Forum in Davos. The Premier emphasized that a just and lasting peace in Ukraine is directly linked to the broader security of the European continent.
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Unfavorable weather conditions have left over 3,500 hectares of sugar beet unharvested in Moldova. Although the campaign began in September, heavy rains followed by a sudden deep freeze made fields inaccessible for heavy machinery.
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Moldova is accelerating the alignment of its media legislation with European Union standards to protect democratic processes from hybrid attacks. The urgency follows the 2025 parliamentary elections, where the vulnerability of the digital environment to foreign interference was once again confirmed.
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The European Parliament has moved to suspend the ratification of the trade agreement between the European Union and the United States. This decision follows recent tariff threats from US President Donald Trump, as confirmed on Tuesday by major parliamentary groups.
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The Chisinau Municipal Council (CMC) failed to ratify the capital’s 2026 municipal budget during its first session of the year on January 20. The meeting collapsed after councilors from the Party of Socialists (PSRM) and the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) staged a walkout, leaving the body without a quorum.
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Moldova’s Central Electoral Commission (CEC) has formally petitioned the Ministry of Justice to initiate the dissolution of the Socialist Party of Moldova and the Force of Alternative and Salvation of Moldova.
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U.S. President Donald Trump disclosed private correspondence from French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday via his Truth Social platform. The leaked screenshots reveal a proposal for an unscheduled G7 summit in Paris involving high-level representatives from Ukraine, Russia, Syria, and Denmark.
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The Ministry of Finance has successfully reimbursed over 104 million MDL to citizens who purchased government bonds through the evms.md platform. This milestone marks the completion of the first full investment cycle conducted via the state's digital infrastructure.
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Dozens of young people in Soroca, Moldova, are reconnecting with their ancestral heritage through free Polish language courses organized by the Polish Union. These classes serve as a vital link to their family history while offering concrete professional advantages.
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The Moldovan government has launched a new round of public consultations to accelerate the consolidation of local administrations. Secretary General Alexei Buzu announced on Tuesday that the reform aims to replace fragmented bureaucracy with resilient municipal hubs capable of delivering high-quality public services.
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The Republic of Moldova is set to finalize a comprehensive restructuring of its state-owned railway, Calea Ferată a Moldovei (CFM), by the first half of 2026.
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Aproape 5.5 tone de ceai destinate consumatorilor din R. Moldova au fost reținute la frontieră, după ce analizele de laborator au demonstrat că produsul nu respectă standardele de siguranță alimentară. Agenția Națională pentru Siguranța Alimentelor (ANSA) a dispus returnarea lotului de ceai către producător.
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A 34-year-old man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after extorting €34,000 (approx. 666,400 MDL) from a woman over a six-year period. The defendant used sexually explicit images to blackmail the victim, even forcing her to purchase a vehicle for him following his release from a previous jail term.
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Valeriu Cojocaru, the former head of Moldova’s Special Operations Directorate (DOS), confirmed he is currently in Hungary after being sentenced to three years in prison on January 19.
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Moldovan authorities have announced an extensive restoration project for the Triumphal Arch in central Chisinau, allocating €255,000 (approx. 5 million MDL) to repair the structural damage accumulated over decades.
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Bulgarian President Rumen Radev announced his resignation on Monday, January 19, nearly a year before his mandate was set to expire in January 2027.
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The World Jewish Congress (WJC) has officially launched its annual #WeRemember international campaign to mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27. The global initiative seeks to honor the victims of the Shoah while highlighting the rising dangers of antisemitism, hatred, and historical revisionism.
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The European Parliament is convening this Tuesday, January 20, to debate a standardized EU-wide social media age limit of 16. The proposal aims to curb AI-generated deepfakes and sexual exploitation while mandating parental consent for users aged 13 to 16.
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U.S. President Donald Trump has linked his renewed strategic offensive to seize control of Greenland to his failure to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. Speaking to NBC News, Trump suggested that since he was passed over for the award, he is no longer "obliged to think simply in terms of peace," but rather what is "good and right for the United States."
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Moldova is officially finalizing its withdrawal from the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). The legal documents required to terminate the founding agreements are currently undergoing final review and will soon reach Parliament for ratification.
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Exports of grapes, apples, plums, and cherries to the European Union can continue under the established quotas, which have not yet been reached, and with preferential treatment. This announcement comes from the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization (MDED). Authorities have confirmed that the technical issue that caused confusion regarding the quotas in the European Commission's TARIC system has been resolved.
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The Republic of Moldova will be represented at the 56th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos by Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu and Deputy Prime Minister Eugeniu Osmochescu, who serves as the Minister of Economic Development and Digitalization. The two officials will participate in the forum from January 19 to January 22, as announced by the Government.
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Clubul Sheriff Tiraspol a anunțat numele celui de-al treilea fotbalist cooptat în această pauză de transferuri. Fundașul lateral-dreapta tunisian Mahmoud Ghorbel va îmbrăca tricoul ex-campioanei Republicii Moldova. Conform presei sportive din Tunisia, Sheriff-ul l-a împrumutat pe Ghorbel de la clubul L'Union Sportive Monastirienne până la sfârșitul lunii iunie a acestui an, cu mențiunea că fundașul leteral-dreapta ar putea fi achiziționat definitiv.
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The Eurovision 2026 National Selection took place on January 17 at Arena Chisinau and featured artists from various generations, along with special guests who have experience on the international Eurovision stage. A large audience eagerly followed every moment of the competition. The photo report below showcases performances on stage, emotions in the Green Room, and backstage.
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Maia Sandu after the meeting with her Albanian counterpart: "EU membership protects small states" # Moldova1
In light of an increasingly unstable regional environment, the Republic of Moldova and Albania regard the enlargement of the European Union (EU) and the accession of candidate states as not just reform processes but also vital tools for ensuring security and stability. This message was communicated by President Maia Sandu and her Albanian counterpart, Bajram Begaj, during their meeting at the Presidency of the Republic of Moldova on January 19.
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Maia Sandu and Igor Grosu send condolences to Spain: “We stand with you in this tragic loss” # Moldova1
The Republic of Moldova stands in solidarity with Spain during this time of mourning following the tragic train accident that resulted in 39 fatalities and 170 injuries. On Monday, January 19, President Maia Sandu and Speaker Igor Grosu expressed their condolences to the Spanish people regarding this devastating loss.
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The Chisinau City Hall has launched an international tender for the rehabilitation of the Bac River. This large-scale project aims to strengthen the riverbanks, modernize drainage networks, and reduce the risk of flooding in the city. The initiative is being implemented with the support of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). The announcement was made by the general mayor of Chisinau, Ion Ceban, during the operational meeting of City Hall services on January 19.
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Chisinau has experienced a significant decline in real estate transactions. Data from the Real Estate Cadastre reveals that only 999 apartments were sold in the fourth quarter of 2025, a stark contrast to 4,647 sales during the same period the previous year. This represents a 78.5% decrease in transactions.
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The snow is providing insulation for the winter wheat, shielding it from the recent frost. Farmers in Drochia report that the wheat is in excellent condition, and the snow cover helps protect the plants until spring. They are hopeful for a bountiful, healthy harvest free from frost damage or pests.
8:40
Orthodox Christians celebrate Epiphany today, January 19, following the old calendar. This holiday commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ by John the Baptist in the Jordan River at the age of 30.
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The "Eugen Doga" International Airport in Chisinau temporarily suspended operations on the evening of Sunday, January 18, 2026, after the fire-fighting system was activated within the airport terminal. The incident occurred at approximately 10:40 p.m. when an unidentified individual triggered the alarm button. For safety reasons, all passengers and employees were evacuated from the terminal.
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20:40
President Maia Sandu will host the President of Albania, Bajram Begaj, in Chisinau on Monday, January 19. President Begaj is scheduled to make an official visit to Moldova from January 18 to 20 at the invitation of the head of state.
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They go to Romania, and whenever they encountered risky situations, they called home for assistance. From 2018 to 2025, a total of 2,938 citizens of the Republic of Moldova contacted the 112 Service in Chisinau for help while on Romanian territory. This figure refers to the period since the launch of this unique emergency call service in the Republic of Moldova.
17:30
The Foreign Ministry in Chișinău says the Republic of Moldova poses no security risks for foreign visitors, after diplomacy issued a travel alert for Russian citizens on January 16.
14:50
The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) has communicated with the governments of the Republic of Moldova and the Russian Federation regarding 19 cases involving alleged serious human rights violations in the Transnistrian region.
14:50
Authorities are investigating a smuggling scheme involving transport methods, allegedly linked to citizens from the Republic of Moldova and Romania, following searches in Chisinau.
13:00
Teachers and doctoral students from the Republic of Moldova have the opportunity to spend a month in France working on the development of practical pedagogical tools. This opportunity was announced by the French Embassy in the Republic of Moldova. Applications for participation can be submitted until February 6.
12:40
In 2025, the Republic of Moldova achieved a historic milestone when its exports of services surpassed those of goods. Michelle Iliev, State Secretary at the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization (MDED), emphasizes that this accomplishment should be leveraged to facilitate a smooth transition from a consumer-driven economy to a creative one.
12:40
A total of 544 individuals were caught by tax inspectors for engaging in illegal entrepreneurial activities in 2025. The fines imposed in these cases totalled 964 thousand lei.
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The cold weather is severely affecting the Republic of Moldova. In the first two weeks of this year, dozens of people were hospitalized with hypothermia, with almost one-third of patients admitted in critical condition, according to doctors.
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In 2026, the state will invest more than half a billion lei to support research and innovation. Budget allocations will increase by approximately 47 million lei, reaching a total of 558 million lei. This funding will be distributed among 20 public institutions in the sector.
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