Moldova's capital Chisinau.

Moldova's capital Chisinau. © IWPR

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Countering Disinformation in Moldova

Years active: 2022-present

The Countering Disinformation in Moldova (CDM) project builds the capacity of local Moldovan organisations and journalists to effectively counter disinformation operations in their country.

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CDM draws on IWPR’s successful track record supporting local CSOs and media organisations in the Eastern Partnership region, including Moldova, such as the ongoing Amplify, Verify, Engage (AVE) programme and the recently launched Building Resilience in Eastern Neighbourhood (BREN) project, funded by the United Kingdom's Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF). The CDM project is supported by the United Kingdom's Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).

PROJECT HIGHLIGHT

Countering Disinformation in Moldova

Programme provides emergency response to fighting fake news surrounding the Ukraine conflict.

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Project Highlight

Countering Disinformation in Moldova

Programme provides emergency response to fighting fake news surrounding the Ukraine conflict.

Moldova Aids Fleeing Ukrainians

With a population of about 2.6 million, the country has seen the largest influx of refugees per capita.

Larisa Kalik, 24, left her native Transnistria in spring 2020. Her book "The Youth Year", which describes the dire conditions young men face in the mandatory military service, attracted the ire of the authorities in Moldova's breakaway region.

Larisa Kalik, 24, left her native Transnistria in spring 2020. Her book "The Youth Year", which describes the dire conditions young men face in the mandatory military service, attracted the ire of the authorities in Moldova's breakaway region. © Photo courtesy of Larisa Kalik

The Transnistrian Dissident Who Fled to Ukraine

A young activist who documented the dire conditions in the Transnistrian army found herself in Ukraine in the wake of Russia’s invasion.

A view of the towers of Termoelectrica, Moldova's producer and supplier of thermal and electric energy in Chisinau. Moldova remains highly vulnerable in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The government has not applied sanctions on Russia as the country's economy and its energy security are deeply dependent on Moscow.

A view of the towers of Termoelectrica, Moldova's producer and supplier of thermal and electric energy in Chisinau. Moldova remains highly vulnerable in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The government has not applied sanctions on Russia as the country's economy and its energy security are deeply dependent on Moscow. © Andreea Campeanu/Getty Images

Ukraine War Rocks Moldova’s Fragile Economy

Chisinau has not imposed sanctions on Russia, but is looking into economic alternatives to Moscow.

More than two million Ukrainians have fled across western borders of the country after Russia's armed invasion on February 24, 2022. Among the neighbouring countries, Moldova is the one that has received the most refugees in proportion to its population. This is a major challenge for this nation among the poorest in Europe.

More than two million Ukrainians have fled across western borders of the country after Russia's armed invasion on February 24, 2022. Among the neighbouring countries, Moldova is the one that has received the most refugees in proportion to its population. This is a major challenge for this nation among the poorest in Europe. © Andreea Campeanu/Getty Images

Moldova’s Infowar in the Wake of Ukraine Invasion

As thousands of Ukrainians cross into Moldova, the country fights its own information battles.

A woman stands in the centre of Tiraspol, holding a No War sign. Public opinion about the war remains divided: there are between 100,000 and 120,000 Ukrainians living in the region, but ties with Russia are strong.

A woman stands in the centre of Tiraspol, holding a No War sign. Public opinion about the war remains divided: there are between 100,000 and 120,000 Ukrainians living in the region, but ties with Russia are strong. © Alexander Udodov

Ukrainians Seek Refuge in Transnistria

With ties to both Russia and Ukraine, Tiraspol commits to support those fleeing conflict while neither endorsing nor condemning the war.

A sign says No War in a Tiraspol apartment hosting refugees from Ukraine. Authorities have allocated temporary housing for Ukrainians crossing into Transnistria, with many residents making their homes available.

A sign says No War in a Tiraspol apartment hosting refugees from Ukraine. Authorities have allocated temporary housing for Ukrainians crossing into Transnistria, with many residents making their homes available. © Alexander Udodov

Divided Over the War, Transnistria Welcomes Ukrainians

As thousands of refugees arrive, opinion is split over the war unfolding next door.

Ukrainians refugees arrive at the Mirnoe-Tabaki border crossing point in southwestern Moldova.

Ukrainians refugees arrive at the Mirnoe-Tabaki border crossing point in southwestern Moldova. © Aurel Obreja

Ukrainians Find Warm Welcome in Moldova

But Europe’s poorest country calls for international aid to accommodate huge influx of refugees.

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