Unexpected message! Krasnoselski acknowledges Chisinau’s support for securing gas supplies in Transnistria
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24 December 2025 12:50
Vadim Krasnoselski, the separatist leader in Tiraspol, said that energy security remains the main concern for residents of the Transnistrian region ahead of the New Year, amid fears of a repeat of the crisis experienced on January 1, 2025. Krasnoselski said that despite existing risks, the Tiraspol administration, together with the Russian Federation, is doing […] The post Unexpected message! Krasnoselski acknowledges Chisinau’s support for securing gas supplies in Transnistria appeared first on Moldova.
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Moldova and Ukraine are strengthening joint plans for infrastructure and transport development in line with both countries goals to improve regional connectivity and expand strategic logistics routes. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Regional Development Vladimir Bolea discussed these issues in Chisinau with Ukrainian Ambassador Paun Rohovei. According to the Ministry of Infrastructure […] The post Moldova–Ukraine Talks Focus on Transport Links and EU Solidarity Lanes Projects appeared first on Moldova.
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Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu is paying a working visit to the Autonomous Territorial Unit of Gagauzia today, December 18. The head of government is meeting with representatives of central and local public administration, as well as deconcentrated public services. Alexandru Munteanu is also visiting the Business Incubator in the town of Ceadir Lunga, where he […] The post Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu is making a working visit to Gagauzia today appeared first on Moldova.
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Chisinau hosted the third edition of the CinemaHora Forum on December 13 and 14 and brought together representatives of European funding institutions, distribution experts, festival directors, producers, and filmmakers from several European countries. Unlike previous editions that focused on cooperation and co productions, CinemaHora 2025 focused on film distribution, circulation, and promotion, which are key […] The post CinemaHora 2025: Chisinau, once again at the center of European cinematic dialogue appeared first on Moldova.
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Young people in Moldova will be able to take part in the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme offered by Hungary through the Tempus Public Foundation. The programme supports the training of qualified specialists needed by the national economy. Moldova’s Ministry of Education and Research and Hungary’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade signed a Memorandum of […] The post Hungary Expands Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarships for Moldovan Youth appeared first on Moldova.
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