PHOTO // Training for Independence Day parade

Service members and employees of law enforcement agencies held a joint training session for the military parade dedicated to the 35th anniversary of the proclamation of the Independence of the Republic of Moldova. The rehearsals took place this morning under the bridge on Hâncești Highway, in Telecentru district.

The Military Parade dedicated to the 35th anniversary of the proclamation of Independence will take place in the Great National Assembly Square (PMAN) on August 27. The event is part of the program dedicated to the Independence Day of the Republic of Moldova.

"Over 2,000 service members from the National Army, employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Intelligence and Security Service, the Ministry of Justice, and the State Protection and Guard Service will take part in the march. At the same time, 150 veterans of the war for the independence and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova from the Ministry of Defense and the Ministry of Internal Affairs will march in two formations," the Ministry of Defense underlined.

Also, color guard groups made up of service members from Romania, Ukraine, Lithuania, Italy, Poland, France, the Czech Republic, the United States of America, and other countries will participate in the parade.

"Guests will also be able to see over 100 units of military and special equipment, procured both from the national defense budget and through assistance programs offered by external partners. Among them are: light infantry weapons, self-propelled artillery systems, anti-aircraft installations, systems for monitoring and protecting the national airspace, and special-purpose military vehicles in service with the National Army and the Ministry of Internal Affairs," the institution stated.

The Ministry of Defense announces that on August 13, 18, and 20, joint training sessions will be held between 08:00 and 10:00 under the bridge on Hâncești Highway, in Telecentru district. General rehearsals will take place on August 21 and August 25 in the Great National Assembly Square, between 22:00 and 00:00.

Training sessions with military and special equipment will take place on August 13, on the national route M3 on the segment between the bridge sector and road L458 and Băcioii Noi Street, between 09:00 and 12:00.

President Maia Sandu signed, on August 5, the Decree on holding the military parade on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the proclamation of the Independence of the Republic of Moldova. The official emphasized that "the event reflects the efforts made in recent years to strengthen defense capabilities and the commitment of the authorities to ensure peace and the safety of citizens."

Also, Minister of Defense Anatolie Nosatîi said "this year, the parade will represent a tribute to those who fought for the country's freedom and independence, as well as to those who protect it today."

Independence Day will be marked by a series of events that have been included in a decision recently approved by the Government. According to the document, the authorities plan to organize more than twenty cultural, educational, commemorative, and festive activities that will take place throughout the entire year.