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NewsMaker Moldova's front page features stories on domestic politics, including the PAS party selecting a new mayoral candidate for Chisinau and discussions about the energy crisis. Moldova's EU integration is also a prominent theme, with news on new negotiation clusters opening. Other stories…
An analysis questions the presence of imported goods on shelves when Moldova has domestic production, and explores the potential impact of closer ties with the EU on this issue.
A minister's story about saving heat in the Netherlands has led to a wave of jokes on social media.
The PAS party will select a new candidate for the Chisinau mayoralty after the withdrawal of Vornicu, with three current ministers on the shortlist.
Moldova has commenced negotiations with the EU on two new policy areas, with officials stating this confirms the country's unified support for European integration.
A news digest reports on alleged connections between PAS and an individual referred to as 'The Chinese,' an upcoming apology from Cheban, and Dodon's travel to Moscow.
A total of 135 candidates, the majority of whom are independent, have been registered for the upcoming elections to the People's Assembly in Gagauzia.
Minister Tofan met with construction developers to discuss a relaunch of the industry, emphasizing the significant amount of work ahead.
The PAS party criticized Cheban's statements about a possible water cutoff in Chisinau, accusing him of intimidating residents instead of addressing problems.
The Ministry of Agriculture indicated that a decision regarding the extension of restrictions on grain imports from the EU has not yet been finalized.
Concerns are raised about Chisinau potentially running out of water due to a critical drop in the water level at a key pumping station, according to Cheban.
Authorities in Chisinau have shut down several underground call centers whose employees impersonated cryptocurrency investment experts.
