Security council launches investigation into Yandex Go
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The State Security Investment Review Council has initiated a thorough evaluation of Yandex Go's operations in Moldova, with the government having previously addressed inquiries regarding the company's verification status. This comes as the country also faces renewed security concerns, with multiple drones detected in its airspace, including one identified as Russian.
In other developments, Moldova has officially opened EU accession negotiations for Clusters 2 and 3, a move described by European officials as unprecedented progress in the country's integration efforts. Prime Minister Vasile Tofan held discussions with his Maltese counterpart, emphasizing the importance of opening the final two negotiating chapters by the end of 2026.
Domestically, the monthly limit for electricity consumption exempt from VAT has been raised to 150 kWh, aiming to ease household energy costs. Ukraine also plans to increase water discharge from the Nistru River, a decision explained by Chisinau, which could help address water shortage risks.