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Guilfoyle pledges to focus on defense and energy as US ambassador to Greece
Kathimerini
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Kimberly Guilfoyle, President Trump’s nominee for US ambassador to Greece, told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee that her top priorities during her tenure will be defense and energy cooperation. Once the committee approves Guilfoyle’s...
The EIB Grants Over €244 Million to Moldova for Heating Modernization and Regional Hospital Construction
MoldovaLive
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July 9, 2025
The European Investment Bank (EIB) will provide Moldova with more than €244 million in loans to modernize Chisinau’s centralized heating system and build a regional hospital in Cahul. Of the total amount, the government allocated €143.5 million to...
Chisinau hosts first Moldova-EU Summit
IPN
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July 4, 2025
0 The first bilateral Moldova-European Union Summit will take place today in Chisinau, with the President of the European Council, António Costa, and the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, expected at the State Residence,...
Small country, big ideas: Moldova’s journey into the global creative economy
Emerging Europe
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July 9, 2025
As global industries increasingly turn to creativity as a growth driver, Moldova is quietly emerging as one of Eastern Europe’s most dynamic and resilient hubs for creative services. With a growing ecosystem of over 2,700 companies and more than...
EBRD and EIB support Moldova with loans for energy security
CEENERGYNEWS
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July 9, 2025
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is lending 400 million euros to Moldovan state energy trader Energocom to boost the country’s energy reserves by purchasing gas and electricity on European markets. The package includes a...
Moldova pushes for EU entry assurances as Hungary blocks Ukraine
Politico Europe
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July 4, 2025
That creates a potential impasse, especially given the reluctance in Brussels to leave Kyiv behind. Meanwhile, for the EU and Chișinău, Friday’s summit aims to send a strong political message ahead of a critical nationwide vote on Sept. 28, which...
The “Respect Moldova” party demands a criminal investigation into gas acquisitions: it accuses a fraud of over one billion euros
MoldovaLive
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July 9, 2025
The “Respect Moldova Movement” party has announced plans to file a complaint with the General Prosecutor’s Office and the Information and Security Service (SIS), requesting an investigation into an alleged large-scale fraud involving natural gas...
All new buildings will be designed with nearly zero energy consumption by 2030
IPN
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July 9, 2025
0 By 2030, all new buildings in the Republic of Moldova will have to be designed in such a way that their energy consumption is nearly zero – NZEB, and the existing ones will be upgraded to the same standards in case of major renovations. The...
Moldova pushes for EU accession, but Brussels hesitates to decouple Ukraine
Yahoo News
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July 3, 2025
As Moldova prepares to host a pivotal bilateral summit with the European Union this Friday in Chișinău, President Maia Sandu and her pro-European government are making a concerted push to accelerate the country’s accession to the EU - potentially...
IMPLEMENTATION TERM OF MOLDOVA DRUMURI III PROGRAM TO BE EXTENDED UNTIL END OF 2028
Infotag
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July 9, 2025
The government on Wednesday approved the draft ratification of the agreement with the European Investment Bank to extend the deadline for the implementation of the Moldova Drumuri III program. Thus, the original deadline will be postponed from May...
Moldova Aims for Full Integration into EU Energy Market by 2027, Minister Junghietu Tells The Economist Forum
MoldovaLive
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July 3, 2025
Moldova aims to fully align with the European Union’s energy market by 2027, Minister of Energy Dorin Junghietu announced at the 29th edition of the annual ministerial forum organized by The Economist in Athens. Speaking at the forum, Junghietu...
15 schools across the country will be renovated to reduce energy consumption
IPN
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July 9, 2025
0 Five million euros will be directed towards the modernization and energy efficiency of 15 model schools in the Republic of Moldova. The government approved today the signing of the Grant Agreement with the Development Bank of the Council of...
President Maia Sandu: “Moldova Stands with Poland to Build a Stronger, Safer, and More United Europe”
MoldovaLive
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July 9, 2025
During an official visit to Warsaw, President Maia Sandu reaffirmed Moldova’s strong partnership with Poland and expressed her country’s commitment to building a stronger, safer, and more united Europe. The Moldovan head of state made these...
Republic of Moldova and Germany have signed an agreement for collaboration in the field of risk assessment and communication
MoldovaLive
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July 9, 2025
The National Agency for Food Safety (NAFS) signed a cooperation agreement with the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment on Tuesday, July 8, marking the first official partnership between the two institutions. The agreement lays the...
Young people from Moldova can apply until July 28 for the “Just Transition Young Voices Awards 2025”
IPN
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July 8, 2025
0 Young people from the Republic of Moldova, along with those from Ukraine, Georgia, and the Western Balkans, can make their voices heard in the energy transition process by participating in an international competition launched by the Energy...
Moldovan youth prefer Economics, Law, and Construction for studies in Romania
IPN
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July 3, 2025
0 An increasing number of young people from the Republic of Moldova choose to continue their studies in Romania, preferring faculties such as Economics, Law, or Construction. The diverse offerings and facilities for future students are presented...
Prime Minister Recean: “Moldova Will Not Allow Its Elections to Be Directed from Abroad”
MoldovaLive
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July 8, 2025
Prime Minister Dorin Recean has firmly stated that Moldova will not permit any foreign actor to interfere in its elections, vowing to use all available tools to protect the country’s sovereignty, democracy, and European future. The Prime Minister...
EBRD lends Moldova 400 million euros for energy security
World Energy News - Connecticut
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The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development announced on Tuesday a 400 million euro loan ($468 million) to the state-owned energy company Energocom of Moldova for purchasing gas and electricity on European markets in order to increase...
Maia Sandu in Warsaw: The partnership between Moldova and Poland is stronger than ever
IPN
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July 8, 2025
0 Poland has long been a source of inspiration for Moldova – through its democratic transformation, economic modernization, and successful journey towards European integration, stated President Maia Sandu, who is on a working visit to Warsaw. At...
Teatrul Fara Nume in the capital is fully powered by renewable energy sources
IPN
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July 8, 2025
0 Teatrul Fara Nume in Chisinau is one of the first cultural institutions in Moldova that fully covers its energy consumption from renewable sources. With the help of its own photovoltaic power station, composed of 220 solar panels installed on...