Moldova

Former prime minister and pro-European politician Maia Sandu was often targeted with comments based on sexist stereotypes and prejudices. © Sean Gallup/Getty Images

Misogyny Plagues Moldova’s Politics

International organisations have urged Chisinau to act against discriminatory discourse.

8 Mar 21

A discussion between the EU and US ambassadors with the Moldovan government on the New Justice Reform Strategy. © Moldova government website

Moldova May Struggle to Hold Judges to Account

Government has been forced to pay out large sums over human rights rulings.

5 Feb 21

Maia Sandu in her press briefing as elected president at PAS Headquarters, November 16, 2020. (Photo: Madalin Necsutu)

New President Boosts Moldova's European Path

But without snap elections, majority coalition likely to block reforms.

24 Nov 20

The Bridge over the Nistru river. (Photo: Aurel Obreja)

Disinformation Muddles Transnistrian Conflict Resolution

Systematic disinformation accuses Chisinau of imposing an economic and humanitarian blockade.

26 Aug 20

Petru Macovei, the executive director of the Association of Independent Press of Moldova, in his interview with Piotr Garciu. © Piotr Garciu

Fake News Runs Rampant in Moldova

Poor media literacy allows pro-Kremlin narratives and political distortions to flourish

25 Aug 20

President Dodon met with the head of Moldovan Metropolitan Church, Vladimir on 15 July 2020. (Photo: presedintie.md)

Moldovan Bishops See Satanic Conspiracy in COVID-19

Religious institutions appear to amplify Russian propaganda as crisis mounts.

28 Jul 20

Official representatives meet civil society in Gagauzia to discuss domestic violence. (Photo: Moldova government website)

Gagauzia: Nowhere to Run

Entire territory currently only has safe accommodation for a maximum of four women.

9 Jun 20

March protesting domestic violence, Chisinau 8 March, 2020.

Moldovan NGOs Target Domestic Violence

Abuse soars during lockdown, but facilities to address the problem lag far behind.

27 May 20

Prime-minister Ion Chicu at a press briefing without a press. (Photo: gov.md )

Moldovan Media Angry Over Covid-19 Restrictions

Fears that state is using emergency to limit press freedom.

3 May 20

The Moldovan President Igor Dodon (centre) during a briefing on Coronavirus pandemic with the Prime Minister Ion Chicu and the speaker of the Parliament Zinaida Greceanii, March 16, 2020. (Photo: Moldovan Presidency)

Moldovan Government Stumbles Over COVID-19 Response

Local elections go ahead despite emergency.

27 Mar 20

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