Airport Case Sees Prison Demands; Stricter Aid Filters Set
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Prosecutors are seeking six-year prison sentences for former Prime Minister Iurie Leancă and other defendants involved in the airport concession case, a notable development in the ongoing legal proceedings. This comes amidst continued scrutiny over the financial practices of state-owned enterprises, with recent investigations revealing substantial incomes and multiple holiday bonuses for directors of entities such as Energocom and Chisinau Airport.
In other domestic news, applications for heating and energy compensation will commence on October 1st, with authorities preparing to implement stricter eligibility filters for recipients. The country is also grappling with a significant shortage of medical personnel across various specialties. Meanwhile, the Superior Council of Magistracy has rejected requests from former judge Dorin Muntean concerning an 'effectiveness review' following his dismissal.
On the international front, local media continues to report on developments related to the war in Ukraine, including attacks on Kyiv and alerts in neighboring countries. Cross-border issues with Ukraine, such as proposals for product storage in Moldova and concerns over water discharge into the Dniester River, are also being monitored.