Moldovan deputy PM has meeting with Ambassador of State of Israel to Moldova
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16 January 2026 15:50
Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri today received Ambassador of Israel to Moldova Yoram Elron, on a courtesy visit.The officials discussed the regional situation and the government’s priorities in the field of reintegration policies, highlighting th...
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Moldovan president on National Culture Day says country that respects its culture is country that respects its future # Moldpres
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Investigation completed at Moldovan Medical University in case of residency diplomas: documents comply with law # Moldpres
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Moldova's Ambassador to Unites states says USA to maintain suspension of immigrant visas' issuance till reassessment of public assistance use criteria # Moldpres
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Moldovan PM has meeting with representatives of local public authorities from Soroca district # Moldpres
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Moldova’s Foreign Affairs Ministry (MAE) has issued a travel alert for the Islamic Republic of Iran, recommending that Moldovan citizens avoid any travel to this country amid the deteriorating security situation.According to the MAE, Moldovan citizens who are already on...
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Moldova's Delegation to Joint Control Commission asks Tiraspol to facilitate free movement for supply of essential goods to more settlements of Dubasari district # Moldpres
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Deputy Prime Minister, Infrastructure and Regional Development Minister Vladimir Bolea today paid unannounced visits to the JSC Drumuri (Roads) Cimislia and JSC Drumuri Hancesti, in order to discuss with representatives of the local companies how roads are maintained during winte...
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