AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCouncil of Europe in Chisinau: Moldova hosted the 135th Committee of Ministers session, with Secretary General Alain Berset warning that “democratic security” is the centre of Europe’s security architecture and saying the Council of Europe must be used as a geopolitical force. Special Tribunal push: At the same summit, the Council of Europe approved moving the Russia “Nuremberg-style” Special Tribunal from signatures to the operational stage, with 36 countries and the EU backing it and The Hague set to host. Elections clock: The CEC says Friday is the last day for campaigning ahead of local elections and referendums on 17 May, with strict bans on election-day media appearances and new fines for violations. Trade momentum: Moldova’s goods exports rose 10.2% in Q1 2026 to €848.5m, with the EU taking 61.8% of sales. Aviation and costs: Wizz Air says it aims for over 60% of Moldova’s flight market, while travel agencies warn of added summer flight surcharges tied to higher kerosene costs. Energy storage: CET-Nord launched a tender for a 70 MW battery storage system at Bălți. Transnistria dialogue: Deputy PM for reintegration Valeriu Chiveri met OSCE officials to press for practical steps and removal of “artificial barriers” between the banks of the Dniester.
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