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Moldova

Country
The Republic of Moldova is a landlocked country in Eastern Europe, bordering Romania to the west and Ukraine to the north, east, and south. Its capital is Chișinău. The country covers an area of approximately 33,846 square kilometers and, as of 2024 estimates, has a population of about 3.33 million people. Moldova declared independence on August 27, 1991, during the dissolution of the Soviet Union. Since gaining independence, Moldova has chosen a path of democratic governance and market reforms. It holds candidate status for EU membership. Within the state, there are two autonomous entities: Gagauzia and Transnistria.
2003
The country joined the World Trade Organization
2014
Citizens gained the right to visa-free travel to the Schengen Area with biometric passports
2014
An Association Agreement with the European Union was signed
2021
The country's ranking in the Economist Democracy Index improved from "hybrid regimes" to "flawed democracies."
2022
The country was officially granted candidate status for accession to the European Union
2022
The country's energy system was connected to the European continental power grid
2024
Negotiations for accession to the European Union officially began
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eCheck in: every 6 out of 10 buses crossed the border by online appointment with Poland

Since August 2023, 100,000 buses have crossed the border of Ukraine by online registration in the eChezha system. The service is available at 28 checkpoints, with the option to choose the time of crossing at 16 of them.

Society • July 25, 07:29 AM • 22054 views
The border with Moldova and Romania: Demchenko names “popular” areas where most attempts to illegally cross the border take place

The SBGS spokesperson said that most attempts to illegally cross the border are recorded at the sections with Moldova and Romania. The number of such attempts remains stable, without a sharp increase or decrease.

Society • July 24, 03:42 PM • 19946 views
Where there will be no outage schedules until 4 p.m. and where there will be no outage schedules until 6 p.m. - Ukrenergo's answer

NPC Ukrenergo announced the cancellation of daytime power outages in most regions of Ukraine on July 24. It is planned to import electricity from 5 countries in the total amount of 26,528 MWh.

Society • July 24, 07:48 AM • 25452 views
One more NPP unit connected to the grid, outage schedules in a number of regions canceled by 18:00 - Ministry of Energy

After the repairs, a nuclear unit was connected to the power grid, which will reduce the power shortage. In the western and southern regions, the restrictions are in effect from 18:00 to 24:00, while in the rest of the country they are in place around the clock.

Society • July 24, 07:29 AM • 19615 views
Ukraine has been and remains an active participant in the Transnistrian settlement process - MFA of Ukraine

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba announced Ukraine's active participation in the Transnistrian settlement process. Ukraine supports a peaceful resolution of the conflict with respect for Moldova's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Politics • July 23, 03:21 PM • 106218 views
Kuleba: The war of aggression unleashed by Russia against Ukraine is not abstract for either Moldova or Romania

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said that the war of aggression unleashed by Russia against Ukraine is not abstract for either the Republic of Moldova or Romania.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 02:55 PM • 34048 views
Kuleba on the meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Moldova: this meeting allowed us to “synchronize our watches”

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba met with his Moldovan counterpart Mihai Popcea. They discussed security, energy, logistics, and European integration, strengthening cooperation between the two countries.

Politics • July 23, 02:22 PM • 21610 views
Restoration of Ukraine will be the largest project in Europe in the XXI century - Kuleba

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said that the country's recovery will bring multibillion-dollar investments. Kuleba also emphasized the prospects for closer economic cooperation with Moldova in the context of both countries' accession to the EU.

Economy • July 23, 01:58 PM • 23621 views
The Ministry of Energy has no plans to raise electricity tariffs again

The Deputy Energy Minister said that there are no plans to raise the electricity tariff to UAH 7. The current tariff of 4.32 UAH/kWh covers the cost of production and remains one of the lowest in Europe.

Economy • July 23, 10:49 AM • 122359 views
Ukraine does not export electricity due to deficit - Hrynchuk

The Deputy Minister of Energy refuted the myth about Ukraine's electricity exports. Due to the destruction of 9 GW of generating capacities, the country imports electricity to cover domestic needs.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 10:30 AM • 31126 views
One round of power outages to be canceled in 10 regions until 14:00 - Ukrenergo

NPC Ukrenergo announces the cancellation of one round of blackouts in 10 regions by 14:00 due to the intensification of SPPs operation. From 14:00 to 24:00, three rounds of blackouts will be in effect. Electricity imports are planned from 5 countries.

Society • July 23, 07:58 AM • 44992 views
A bus with Ukrainians was involved in an accident in Poland: 9 injured, including 4 children

A bus with 9 Ukrainians, including 4 children, crashed into a road service car on the A2 highway in Poland. 5 people are in serious condition, among the most injured are children.

Crimes and emergencies • July 20, 08:12 AM • 33622 views
No sharp increase in attempts to illegally cross the border - Demchenko

State Border Guard Service spokesman Andriy Demchenko said that attempts to illegally cross the border into Ukraine continue daily. Most often, violators try to cross the border in the green zone near Moldova and Romania.

Society • July 18, 07:48 AM • 15944 views
Ukraine and EBRD discuss expanding cooperation to attract investment and finance energy projects

The Ministry of Economy discussed expanding cooperation with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to attract additional resources for Ukraine, in particular for projects in the energy sector, strengthening war risk insurance, increasing financial instruments, and supporting demining and investment initiatives.

Economy • July 17, 02:30 PM • 17150 views
Ukraine and Moldova discuss plans for EU accession negotiations

Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Ihor Zhovkva met with Vice Prime Minister for European Integration of Moldova Cristina Gerasimova to discuss priorities, tasks and plans for Ukraine and Moldova's accession to the European Union, strengthening of dialogue and cooperation between the three countries, as well as reaffirm unity in countering Russian aggression.

Society • July 16, 05:25 PM • 100609 views
In spring and summer there may be more attempts to illegally cross the border, as it is easier for people to cross the border - Demchenko

In favorable weather conditions, such as spring and summer, there may be more attempts to illegally cross the border as it is easier for people to get to the border line, while in winter, when it is cold and snowy, there are fewer attempts, according to a spokesperson for the State Border Guard Service.

Society • July 16, 11:18 AM • 17498 views
No more queues at the Palanka checkpoint - the critical situation on the border with Moldova was promptly resolved

The critical situation with long queues of vehicles at the Palanka checkpoint on the border with Moldova was promptly resolved by regulating the operation of the checkpoint and expanding the parking area.

Society • July 16, 09:25 AM • 110624 views
Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration of Moldova arrives in Ukraine

Moldova's Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration visited Kyiv and met with her Ukrainian counterpart to discuss the next steps in the EU accession negotiations.

Politics • July 15, 05:57 PM • 84755 views
The body of a 43-year-old man was found in the Dniester River: he tried to swim to Moldova

A 43-year-old resident of Mohyliv-Podilskyi drowned while trying to illegally cross the Dniester River towards Moldova, his body was found by border guards.

Crimes and emergencies • July 15, 04:09 PM • 19309 views
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has expanded access to consular services abroad: 24 institutions in 20 countries have been added

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has expanded access to consular services abroad by providing 24 institutions in 20 countries with access to the State Register of Civil Status Acts, which will allow Ukrainians to obtain repeat certificates and extracts from the register.

Politics • July 15, 12:54 PM • 31283 views
Black caviar and snail boom: gastronomy business is developing rapidly in Odesa region

The Odesa region produces premium black caviar from various types of sturgeon and exports Ukrainian products to several countries, including Moldova, Taiwan, Vietnam, the UAE, and the United States, despite the challenges posed by the ongoing war.

Agronomy news • July 15, 11:33 AM • 36318 views
SBI investigates death of a serviceman after an attack on a border guard during an attempt to cross the border in Odesa region

The State Bureau of Investigation is investigating the circumstances of the death of a serviceman in Odesa region during an attempt to illegally cross the border, and criminal proceedings have been opened.

Crimes and emergencies • July 15, 09:23 AM • 14054 views
Today is the Day of Ukrainian Peacekeepers: creation of the first battalion, most successful missions, losses

Ukraine, as an independent state, first joined the UN peacekeeping contingents in 1992 in Yugoslavia, where a bloody civil war was taking place.

Society • July 15, 03:41 AM • 21155 views
Fires occurred at power facilities in Ukraine due to heat - Ministry of Energy

Due to the extreme heat, fires broke out at energy facilities in western Ukraine, leading to power outages and restrictions for consumers.

Economy • July 14, 10:11 AM • 48059 views
Brigade driver wounded in Donetsk region as a result of Russian attacks, control room destroyed

In the Donetsk region, a power brigade came under enemy fire, injuring the driver, and the building of the control center was destroyed by Russian shelling, injuring two people.

War in Ukraine • July 13, 08:53 AM • 30082 views
eCheck: one hundred thousand buses have already crossed the border by online registration

Since the launch of eCheck in August 2023, 100 thousand buses have already crossed the border using the online queue, and more than half of them have entered Poland.

Society • July 12, 02:12 PM • 20370 views
Electricity consumption reaches peak amid heat wave, emergency aid from the EU is coming, more schedules will be applied from 14:00 - Ukrenergo

Due to the heat wave, Ukraine is experiencing high electricity consumption, requiring emergency assistance from the EU and scheduled power outages throughout the day.

Society • July 12, 08:21 AM • 17636 views
The Patriot system and strengthening security in the Black Sea region: Ukraine and Romania sign security agreement

Romania will provide Ukraine with a Patriot air defense system and support its security efforts in the Black Sea region under a new bilateral agreement.

War in Ukraine • July 11, 02:56 PM • 29114 views
Ministry of Energy: the line connecting the power systems of Ukraine and Moldova was disconnected

The high-voltage overhead line connecting the power systems of Ukraine and Moldova was disconnected yesterday due to technological failures.

Society • July 11, 08:27 AM • 23262 views
"Excursion on a grain truck": 23 more men tried to get to Moldova

23 men from different regions of Ukraine tried to illegally cross the state border with Moldova by paying an organizer and crossing in a grain truck, but were detained by border guards.

Society • July 10, 11:01 AM • 26174 views