The Moldovan government discussed measures to combat organized crime and fraud to ensure safety of citizens
In particular, at a meeting of the National council for the coordination of activities to prevent and combat organized crime, chaired by Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu, the dynamics of organized crime over the past three years, legislative amendments in this area, and priority measures to be taken by the authorities to ensure citizens safety were discussed. The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of preventing and combating organized crime, which is essential for national security, the resilience of institutions, and Moldova's European path. "We are responsible for maintaining the pace of reform, for responding firmly to emerging risks, and for demonstrating that Moldova can function in line with European standards," the head of government stated. "When discussing organized crime, it is important to remember that this phenomenon knows no boundaries or distinctions between online and physical spaces." "It is necessary to synchronize national efforts with European mechanisms, both in police and judicial cooperation, as well as in financial investigations and asset recovery. We will continue to work to enhance the security of citizens and the national economy, as well as to integrate into the European security architecture," stated Interior Minister Daniella Misail-Nichitin. According to her, fraud cases remain a focus for the authorities: recently, the number of phone calls in which suspected fraudsters falsely claim a relative's involvement in a traffic accident in order to extort money has decreased. While approximately 60 people were previously victims of such actions daily, thanks to preventive police measures, this number has dropped to approximately one case per month. Also, to prevent bank card fraud, efforts to block call centers belonging to criminal groups continue. Another priority is the fight against drug trafficking. Over the past two weeks, police have seized drugs worth over 50 million lei. The sale of illicit substances online, fraud on digital platforms, foreign interference, and disinformation remain a challenge and a priority for authorities. Criminal groups are making extensive use of digital tools, encryption, social media, and electronic payments, and in response, agencies are working to strengthen cyber architecture and block online infrastructure used to commit crimes. Discussions emphasized the importance of developing technical capabilities, strengthening international cooperation, and implementing the Crime Prevention and Combating Programme 2026-2030 as the primary tool for modernization and alignment with European standards.// 16.12.2025 — InfoMarket
