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Macron pledges France's 'determined support' for Moldova joining EU ahead of polls
Modern Ghana
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French President Emmanuel Macron pledged France's “determined support” for Moldova and its aim to join the European Union as he joined the leaders of Germany and Poland on a visit on the eve of the campaign for next month's parliamentary elections...
For parliamentary elections, 2 274 polling stations will be open
IPN
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August 28, 2025
0 For the September 28 parliamentary elections, 2 274 polling stations are to be opened, of which 1 973 in the country and the rest abroad. The figure is higher compared to last autumn’s elections, when 2 219 polling stations were organized, IPN...
Plahotniuc’s Lawyer: Athens Court Gives Green Light for Extradition to Moldova
MoldovaLive
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August 28, 2025
The Athens Court of Appeal has approved Vlad Plahotniuc’s extradition from Greece to Moldova, lawyer Lucian Rogac announced. He added that the Ministries of Justice of both countries will now coordinate the technical and logistical steps required...
Energy minister: 65% of homes in Moldova are heated with wood and coal
IPN
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August 28, 2025
0 The majority of homes in Moldova, about 65%, are heated by traditional methods, using wood and coal stoves – a reality that represents the main challenge in the transition to a sustainable energy system. The statement was made by Energy Minister...
David Matikashvili on the freezing of NGO accounts: The prosecution is taking legally sound steps to investigate sabotage – The state will be uncompromising toward any violation of the law!
Inter Press News
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“The prosecution is taking legally sound steps to investigate sabotage – the state will be uncompromising toward any violation of the law!” stated David Matikashvili, a deputy from the “Georgian Dream” party, regarding the freezing of the bank...
Maia Sandu: Society needs new leaders, it needs a breath of fresh air, not just in politics
IPN
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August 28, 2025
0 Society needs new, honest, and committed leaders, said President Maia Sandu at the Moldova Youth Forum. According to the head of state, in a context where democracy and the political class are increasingly discredited, a new breath of fresh air...
The new ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to the US presented his credentials
IPN
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August 28, 2025
Society needs new, honest, and committed leaders, said President Maia Sandu at the Moldova Youth Forum. According to the head of state, in a context where democracy and the political class are increasingly discredited, a new breath of fresh air is...
Why Moldova is so important to Russia and Europe
Dhaka Tribune
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August 28, 2025
Ever since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, Moldova has been popping up in the news with increasing frequency. The Republic of Moldova is a small country on Ukraine's southwestern border, and in the spring of 2022, it seemed possible that...
Moldova Celebrates 34 Years of Independence with European Leaders’ Greetings
MoldovaLive
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August 27, 2025
On Wednesday, August 27, the Republic of Moldova marks 34 years since the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. On this occasion, several prominent European leaders sent congratulatory messages. European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta...
Energocom agreement with Moldovagaz: Gas prices remain unchanged, even if the supplier changes
IPN
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August 28, 2025
0 Gas bills for consumers will continue to be sent by Moldovagaz after September 1, even though Energocom will take over as supplier from that date. Energocom and Moldovagaz have reached an agreement to sign a contract for the provision of billing...
ANCA DRAGU, NATIONAL BANK GOVERNOR: MOLDOVA'S PLACE IN COMMUNITY OF FREEDOM, DEMOCRACY, PROSPERITY AND PEACE
Infotag
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August 28, 2025
Moldova's place is in the community of freedom, democracy, prosperity and peace," Anca Dragu, Governor of the National Bank of Moldova (NBM), said in her message on the occasion of the 34th anniversary of Moldova's independence. The banker noted...
Moldova will always be: the “Moldovenii” Alliance congratulated the people of Moldova
IPN
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August 27, 2025
0 On the occasion of the 34th anniversary of the declaration of independence of the Republic of Moldova, the leaders of the “MOLDOVENII” Alliance laid flowers at the monument of Prince Ștefan cel Mare. To mark the national holiday, the party...
Emmanuel Macron in Chisinau: “Moldova’s Future Is in Europe, Where It Belongs”
MoldovaLive
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August 28, 2025
French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Chisinau to participate in ceremonies commemorating the 34th anniversary of Moldova’s Declaration of Independence, together with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk....
The Government Reaffirms Support for Agriculture, Calls on Farmers for Constructive Proposals
MoldovaLive
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August 28, 2025
The Government of the Republic of Moldova has reiterated its commitment to supporting agriculture and local farmers through investments, subsidies, and grants, with the aim of boosting the sector’s competitiveness on international markets. Prime...
The Kligman and Herta villas in Chisinau will be renovated with France’s support
IPN
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August 28, 2025
0 France will provide support for the restoration of Moldovan cultural heritage, including the rehabilitation of two iconic buildings in Chisinau – the Kligman urban villa and the Herta villa. This promise was made in Chisinau by French President...
Ex-USAID chief admits agency invested millions of dollars in Moldova
MENAFN
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August 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Former USAID head Samantha Power acknowledged that the United States invested tens of millions of dollars in Moldova to support pro-European President Maya Sandu during a conversation with Russian pranksters posing as Western officials....
President of Romania: We are striving for a stronger role in the EU, NATO, and the Black Sea region
BGNES
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August 27, 2025
Romanian President Nicusor Dan said that the country will continue to pursue a consistent and predictable policy regarding its membership in the EU and NATO, as well as its strategic partnership with the US. He outlined three key priorities for...
President Ilham Aliyev congratulates President of Moldova on Independence day
APA
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President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a congratulatory letter to President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, on the occasion of Independence Day, APA reports. The letter reads: "Dear Madame President, On the occasion...
Politico: Orban Drew Conclusions After Trump's Call
Charter 97
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7 Viktor Orban Hungary may soften its stance on Ukraine's accession to the EU. Following a call from US President Donald Trump, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban may ease his opposition to Ukraine's accession to the EU. This is reported by...
Stay West: EU leaders urge Moldova to steer clear of Russia
Deutsche Welle
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Many Moldovans are sick of hearing these familiar descriptions of their country: a small ex-Soviet state, one of Europe's poorest nations, a place caught between Russia and the West. That's not because these statements are untrue, but because,...