Moldova Hosts First TAIEX Peer Review Evaluation on Corruption, Organized Crime, and Money Laundering
The Ministry of Justice held the first meeting with the TAIEX peer review evaluation mission, which includes European Union experts assessing Moldova's progress in combating high-level corruption, organized crime, and money laundering, CE Report quotes MOLDPRES
Minister of Justice Veronica Mihailov-Moraru emphasized that the experts will examine how national authorities have handled cases from prosecution to sentencing. She also highlighted Moldova's commitment to aligning its laws with European standards and strengthening institutions to tackle these issues effectively.
Giovanni Pasqua, the expert team leader, noted that the evaluation will involve intense analysis, information exchange, and the formulation of recommendations for Moldovan authorities.
The mission, running from March 17-21, involves representatives from the Superior Council of Magistracy, the General Prosecutor's Office, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the National Anti-Corruption Center, and the Service for the Prevention and Combating of Money Laundering. The final report will be presented to Moldovan authorities, the European Commission, and EU member states.
