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Assessment of the situation with the study of the Gagauz and the Romanian languages in ATU Gagauzia

The Gagauz language, which is one of the official languages in the autonomous territorial unit Gagauz-Yeri in the south of Moldova, is among the endangered languages and requires restoration and protection, including by the state. The level of command and use of the Gagauz language is insufficient. The level of command of the Romanian language in ATU Gagauz-Yeri is insufficient, which prevents the creation of the necessary conditions for the full participation of residents of the autonomy in the social, cultural and political life of the country, holding positions in the leadership of the central level, as well as increasing the level of social cohesion of society. The lack of serious attention to this issue may lead to a situation in which the Gagauz-Yeri autonomy will exist in isolation from the national processes.

This paper analyses the relevant legislation, including the international one, presents a thorough analysis of the current situation, highlights the point of view of the autonomy’s residents with regard to the study and knowledge of the Gagauz and Romanian language, analyzes a number of programs and policies of the government and authorities of the autonomy, aimed to resolve these issues.

Monitorul Asistenței Externe nr. 2

(Русский) În acest monitor a fost analizată desfășurarea principalelor proiecte active de asistență externă pe următoarele dimensiuni de dezvoltare economică: infrastructura de transport (proiectul de achiziție a locomotivelor și de restructurare a infrastructurii feroviare, proiectul privind îmbunătățirea drumurilor locale), accesul la finanțare

Monitorul Asistenței Externe nr. 1

(Română) Schimbările politice din 2021 au adus un suflu nou în relațiile Republicii Moldova cu partenerii de dezvoltare, fiind dinamizate agendele de suport, în special odată cu avansarea relațiilor cu FMI și Comisia Europeană. Aceasta a sporit reziliența țării în contextul crizelor ce au urmat pe plan energetic, pandemic și de securitate.

ANALYSIS AND STRATEGY FOR INCREASING RESILIENCE TO DISINFORMATION IN THE REPUBLIC OF MOLDOVA

In this study we examined both the form, the mechanisms of fake news and manipulation, and how it affects social, economic and political processes in the country. An important aspect was the analysis of the phenomenon of disinformation depending on the source, internal or external. Also, in this study we paid increased attention to the suggestions, changes that need to be made in order to make the Republic of Moldova more resistant to disinformation. This study was conducted as part of the #inforMD project – against disinformation in the Republic of Moldova, implemented in 2021 by The Institut für Europäische Politik based in Berlin (IEP) in partnership with the Institute for Strategic Initiatives of Moldova (IPIS) and the Institute for European Policies and Reforms of Moldova (IPRE) with the support of the German Federal Foreign Office. Download here: ANALYSIS AND STRATEGY FOR INCREASING RESILIENCE TO DISINFORMATION IN THE REPUBLIC OF MOLDOVA

STUDY: ASSESSMENT of the HEALTH ASSESSMENT IN THE ELECTORAL PROGRAMS OF POLITICAL PARTIES IN THE REPUBLIC OF MOLDOVA

This study contains the analysis of the health care electoral offers of the political parties participating in the 2021 parliamentary elections, as well as practical recommendations for their implementation. All electoral programs were analyzed in the light of the main strategic documents for the development of the health system. The extent to which the parties’ electoral commitments were formulated in accordance with the national strategic directions in the field of health were also examined. This study, developed in the framework of the project “Visions of the main political parties on the development of the health sector”, implemented with the financial support of Soros Foundation Moldova/Public Health Department, provides an analysis of the electoral offers, carried out contextually and quantitatively within the limits of the texts formulated by the participants in the electoral campaign, with the elaboration of practical recommendations for actions to implement them in the short, medium and long term. Download here: STUDY: ASSESSMENT of the HEALTH ASSESSMENT IN THE ELECTORAL PROGRAMS OF POLITICAL PARTIES IN THE REPUBLIC OF MOLDOVA

ANALYTICAL NOTE: Analysis of the distribution and management of humanitarian and social assistance for COVID-19

This analytical note contains findings on how the MSMPS and the External Assistance Coordination Centre for the Elimination of the Consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic managed humanitarian assistance, as well as recommendations for ensuring transparent decision-making and streamlining institutional communication. This Analytical Note was elaborated within the project “Increasing the effort of the civil society in the Republic of Moldova in monitoring the funds granted by the international financial institutions, in connection with the COVID-19 crisis”, implemented with the support of the Soros Foundation Moldova. The views expressed in this publication belong to the author. Download here: Analysis of the distribution and management of humanitarian and social assistance for COVID-19

ANALYTICAL NOTE: Monitoring IFI financing in the context of the COVID-19 crisis. Legal, transparency and anti-corruption perspective

This Analytical Note contains findings on transparency and access to information related to International Financial Institutions (IFI) lending, malpractices during the state of emergency and recommendations to the Government. This Analytical Note was elaborated within the project “Increasing the effort of the civil society in the Republic of Moldova in monitoring the funds granted by the international financial institutions, in connection with the COVID-19 crisis”, implemented with the support of the Soros Foundation Moldova. The views expressed in this publication belong to the author. Download here: Monitoring the IFI crisis COVID-19 related funding. Legal, transparency and anti-corruption approach

ANALYTICAL NOTE: Mapping the external assistance provided to the Republic of Moldova in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic

This Analytical Note provides a mapping of reimbursable and non-reimbursable financial assistance provided to the Republic of Moldova by international financial institutions during the first year of the pandemic. The note also contains information on the loan agreements ratified by the Republic of Moldova in 2020. This Analytical Note was elaborated within the project “Increasing the effort of the civil society in the Republic of Moldova in monitoring the funds granted by the international financial institutions, in connection with the COVID-19 crisis”, implemented with the support of the Soros Foundation Moldova. The views expressed in this publication belong to the author. Download here: Mapping the external assistance

Handbook on Cyber, Information, Intelligence and Personal Security Threats from Foreign Authoritarian Regimes, Domestic Oppression, and Harassment in Georgia, Ukraine and Moldova

This report follows a year of cooperation between civil society organizations (CSO) and think-tanks from Central Europe and the Eastern Neighborhood (EN). It evaluates the capability of the civil society in Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine on operational security and exposing illegitimate methods of influence. The second part of the handbook provides reader with step by step security manual involving areas of Cyber, Information, Intelligence and Personal Security which CSOs and civic activists should follow. This report could not exist without the financial support from European Commission and contributions from our partners from Media Development Foundation (Georgia), IPIS – Institute for Strategic Initiatives (Moldova), Ukraine Crisis Media Center (Ukraine). https://www.europeanvalues.net/vyzkum/handbook-on-cyber-information-intelligence-and-personal-security-threats/

Promoting civil society and inter-ethnic dialogue in the Republic of Moldova in the context of the EU association process (CIVID)

From July 2018 to July 2019 the Institut für Europäische Politik (IEP) together with its partners, the Institute for European Policies and Reforms (IPRE) and the Institute for Strategic Initiatives (IPIS) has implemented the project “Promoting civil society and inter-ethnic dialogue in the Republic of Moldova in the context of the EU association process (CIVID)”, kindly supported by the German Federal Foreign Office.