Moldova will strengthen mechanisms to protect financial resources from the European Union and other external partners, and all externally financed public projects and programs will be subject to more thorough monitoring
This is stipulated by a memorandum signed by the Ministry of Justice and the State Financial Control Inspectorate to reduce the risk of fraud and the loss of funds intended for the country's development. According to the Ministry of Justice, the document is intended to ensure a higher level of protection for public funds, transparency, and cooperation between institutions. The memorandum defines the actions institutions will take if there is a suspicion of fraudulent use of public or European funds. As a result, public projects and programs financed by EU funds will be subject to more thorough monitoring. Depending on their respective competencies, the parties will implement measures to prevent, detect, and document violations. At the same time, the participation of the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) in the control and verification processes will provide additional oversight in line with European standards, thereby enhancing the trust of external partners and increasing transparency in the public sector. The Ministry of Justice noted that the signing of the aforementioned memorandum is an important step in strengthening Moldova's national security, as envisaged by the National Security Strategy and, in particular, the principle of a comprehensive approach. The memorandum reflects the concrete application of the "3C" rule—communication, coordination, and control—between the institutions responsible for preventing and combating fraud, thereby ensuring the effective and transparent management of public and European funds. A clear framework for cooperation, coordinated actions, and clearly defined responsibilities are essential for the effective implementation of national security policy and the protection of public interests. The Ministry of Justice called for active interaction between all relevant institutions to create a more secure, transparent, and resilient Moldova in the face of risks to national and European financial resources. // 08.12.2025 – InfoMarket.
