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Moldova Adopts National Strategy to Combat Terrorist Financing Methods

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Moldovan Parliament Approves New Strategy

On May 26, the Moldovan Parliament approved the National Strategy for Preventing and Combating Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing for 2020-2025. This move aims to bolster efforts in preventing and combating money laundering and terrorist financing.

Key Provisions of the Strategy

  • The strategy outlines modified terms of execution for certain provisions due to an extension of the implementation period.
  • An Action Plan has been drafted to clearly identify responsible authorities for carrying out actions.
  • The plan incorporates measures aimed at minimizing identified risks in the field of preventing and combating money laundering and terrorist financing.

International Cooperation

The strategy also incorporates recommendations formulated by experts during the evaluation process of the Republic of Moldova by the Global Forum of the Anti-Corruption Network for Eastern Europe and Central Asia (OECD).

Enhanced Monitoring and Evaluation

A new annex has been added to the strategy, which includes a list of indicators to determine the effectiveness of the national system for preventing and combating money laundering and terrorist financing. This development is seen as an important step in enhancing Moldova’s ability to combat terrorist financing methods and prevent illicit activities.

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