Canada will support a new $2 million project to assist the Moldovan police and may impose sanctions against those who threaten peace and security or are involved in corruption.
This was announced by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at a meeting with Moldovan President Maia Sandu. According to the press service of the Canadian government, the two leaders discussed the situation in Ukraine, as well as security in Eastern Europe. Justin Trudeau reiterated Canada's support for Moldova's sovereignty and territorial integrity in the face of Russian aggression and destabilizing activities, including disinformation, hybrid tactics, intervention and support for the Transnistrian region. The Canadian Prime Minister commended Moldova for opening its doors and providing shelter, security and other humanitarian assistance to more than 800 thousand Ukrainian refugees. Justin Trudeau highlighted Canada's support for Moldova, announcing a new initiative that will help improve the ability of the Moldovan National Police to provide security, especially in areas with large numbers of refugees and migrants. He said under the Peace and Stabilization Operations Program (PSOPs), Canada is supporting a new 18-month, $2 million project in Moldova with the International Organization for Migration. The project will help provide training, equipment and technical assistance to the Moldovan National Police and will be critical to their efforts to address security issues in high mobility communities. Also, Justin Trudeau announced that Canada will send judges to Moldova to share best practices that will strengthen institutional capacity and enhance judicial accountability and integrity. For her part, the press service of the Moldovan President said that at a meeting in Ottawa, Maia Sandu expressed gratitude to Justin Trudeau for the Canadian government's firm support for Moldova's democratic path. She discussed with him how Canada can help Moldova become stronger and more resilient in the face of challenges in our region. The President touched on the expertise, training and assistance needed to develop Moldova's defense and national security sector. // 12.05.2023 - InfoMarket.
