Defense Minister Pavel Voicu claims that his Russian counterpart Serghei Şoigu comes to Chisinau at the invitation of the President Igor Dodon. Şoigu will participate in the events organized by the Presidency on August 24. 

"This year marks the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Moldova by fascist invaders. On this occasion, several commemorative events will be organized. Monday I knew that Defense Minister Şoigu intended to attend this event and on the same day, I informed Prime Minister", said the Defense Minister. 

Meanwhile, Voicu says that all the procedures regarding the organization of the visit have been respected and the Presidency is in charge of them.