Moldova

To strengthen Moldova's administrative and institutional capacities in the field of analysing and countering information threats.

• To enhance the internal market in Moldova by facilitating the effective implementation and enforcement of Competition and State Aid policies in line with the EU-Republic of Moldova Association Agreement, relevant European acquis, the EU Integration process, and international agreements and ensure fair competition, foster market integrity, and safeguard consumer welfare in the Republic of Moldova.

• To strengthen the capacities of the Competition Council to enforce the competition and state aid policy in line with commitments taken by the Republic of Moldova in the framework of the EU integration process.

Project duration: 24 months + 3 months

• Sustainable development and protection of the environment for present and future generations by strengthening Moldova’s capacity tofulfil environment-related commitments, in line with the EU-Republic of Moldova Association Agreement, the EU Integration processand international agreements.
• Increase the pace of approximation and implementation of the acquis communautaire in the fields of air quality and air pollution reduction, environmental information, circular economy/waste managemen and sustainable management of chemicals.

Project duration: 30 months + 3 months

To strengthen the administrative and institutional capacities of the bodies coordinating the agricultural and rural development of Moldova and Georgia in the field of European integration, using the long-term experience and accumulated knowledge of the National Paying Agency of Lithuania.

To strengthen Moldova's public sector administrative and institutional capacities to implement reforms in the field of eurointegration.

To strengthen resistance to disinformation and strategic communication capabilities, consolidating the dissemination of independent information in the EU's Eastern Partnership countries.

To strengthen Moldova's administrative and institutional capacities in the field of analysing and countering information threats.

• To enhance the internal market in Moldova by facilitating the effective implementation and enforcement of Competition and State Aid policies in line with the EU-Republic of Moldova Association Agreement, relevant European acquis, the EU Integration process, and international agreements and ensure fair competition, foster market integrity, and safeguard consumer welfare in the Republic of Moldova.

• To strengthen the capacities of the Competition Council to enforce the competition and state aid policy in line with commitments taken by the Republic of Moldova in the framework of the EU integration process.

Project duration: 24 months + 3 months

• Sustainable development and protection of the environment for present and future generations by strengthening Moldova’s capacity tofulfil environment-related commitments, in line with the EU-Republic of Moldova Association Agreement, the EU Integration processand international agreements.
• Increase the pace of approximation and implementation of the acquis communautaire in the fields of air quality and air pollution reduction, environmental information, circular economy/waste managemen and sustainable management of chemicals.

Project duration: 30 months + 3 months

To strengthen the administrative and institutional capacities of the bodies coordinating the agricultural and rural development of Moldova and Georgia in the field of European integration, using the long-term experience and accumulated knowledge of the National Paying Agency of Lithuania.

Enhance informational resilience against harmful foreign propaganda in the context of Moldova's integration into the European Union by strengthening strategic communication capabilities in Moldova.

Carry out research and prepare a series of studies and public events aimed at disseminating historical knowledge, consolidating historical memory and raising awareness about the crimes committed by the totalitarian-communist regime.

To promote the cooperation of Ukrainian, Moldovan and Georgian fire rescue institutions, to assess the state of the countries' fire rescue and civil protection system, to identify administrative problems and to provide methodological assistance in order to improve the administrative abilities of the analogous rescue and civil protection service.

• Empower Moldovan civil society to counter disinformation and propaganda about NATO and the EU.
• Develop an international security vocabulary.

Establish the basis for the appointment of a Deposit Return Scheme Administrator: develop legal procedures, rules and a roadmap for the selection of the administrator, through an analysis of the retail businesses and the market concerned. Provide a platform for dialogue between private business and the Moldovan Ministry of Environment.

Develop a concept and regulatory framework based on the best international practices for establishing a patient protection system. Through the newly implemented activities of the Ombudsman Institution, the system will empower patients to receive compensation for substandard healthcare services that adversely affected their health, without resorting to legal proceedings.

Encourage active engagement of youth in the labor markets and social economy of Eastern Partnership countries, contribute to promoting sustainable economic growth, social cohesion, and reducing societal inequality.

Provide recommendations on countering disinformation to Moldovan security sector institutions, conduct a broad public campaign on information manipulation (especially in the security and military spheres), and strengthen the visibility of WatchDog.MD's experts in providing quality information to the media.

To strengthen resistance to disinformation and strategic communication capabilities, consolidating the dissemination of independent information in the EU's Eastern Partnership countries.

To strengthen Moldova's administrative and institutional capacities in the field of analysing and countering information threats.

• To enhance the internal market in Moldova by facilitating the effective implementation and enforcement of Competition and State Aid policies in line with the EU-Republic of Moldova Association Agreement, relevant European acquis, the EU Integration process, and international agreements and ensure fair competition, foster market integrity, and safeguard consumer welfare in the Republic of Moldova.

• To strengthen the capacities of the Competition Council to enforce the competition and state aid policy in line with commitments taken by the Republic of Moldova in the framework of the EU integration process.

Project duration: 24 months + 3 months

• Sustainable development and protection of the environment for present and future generations by strengthening Moldova’s capacity tofulfil environment-related commitments, in line with the EU-Republic of Moldova Association Agreement, the EU Integration processand international agreements.
• Increase the pace of approximation and implementation of the acquis communautaire in the fields of air quality and air pollution reduction, environmental information, circular economy/waste managemen and sustainable management of chemicals.

Project duration: 30 months + 3 months

To strengthen the administrative and institutional capacities of the bodies coordinating the agricultural and rural development of Moldova and Georgia in the field of European integration, using the long-term experience and accumulated knowledge of the National Paying Agency of Lithuania.

Enhance informational resilience against harmful foreign propaganda in the context of Moldova's integration into the European Union by strengthening strategic communication capabilities in Moldova.

To enhance the capacity of Moldova's civil society to identify disinformation and to strengthen the institutional capabilities of organizations operating in this field.

• The project empowered WatchDog.MD experts, particularly women, to engage in the fight against disinformation, propaganda, and other malicious informational efforts.
• Strengthen the institutional capabilities of WatchDog.MD to combat disinformation and share their experiences with the public.
• Conduct training sessions for local experts to exchange experiences and best practices, disseminate analytical expert reports through the media.

Establishment of a deposit return system in Moldova, promoting dialogue between environmental institutions and businesses.

• Guidelines prepared for relevant state environmental institutions for the establishment of a deposit return system.
• Institutional capabilities strengthened in enhancing Moldova's legal system in the environmental field.
• Platform created for dialogue between business and state institutions.

Supporting efforts to combat disinformation and propaganda in Moldova to ensure public security.

• Prepared informational messages for radio and television broadcasts on resilience to misinformation issues, filmed and disseminated brief public surveys in remote regions.
• Compiled a glossary of security terms in Romanian language distributed through social media channels, organized workshops, and discussions.

To promote the cooperation of Ukrainian, Moldovan and Georgian fire rescue institutions, to assess the state of the countries' fire rescue and civil protection system, to identify administrative problems and to provide methodological assistance in order to improve the administrative abilities of the analogous rescue and civil protection service.

To provide support for the creation of European memory culture in the field of research on victims of the Soviet occupation regime, in collaboration between academic institutions and civil societies of Lithuania and Moldova.

• By combining efforts of Moldovan universities, academic communities, and civil society organizations and collaborating with Lithuanian organizations, as well as conducting scientific research, conferences, exhibitions, presentations of publications, roundtable discussions, thematic summer camps have been organized, with a particular focus on engaging Moldovan youth.
• The civic awareness of the younger generation in Moldova has been strengthened, deepening their understanding of crimes committed by totalitarian and undemocratic regimes.

Develop a concept and regulatory framework based on the best international practices for establishing a patient protection system. Through the newly implemented activities of the Ombudsman Institution, the system will empower patients to receive compensation for substandard healthcare services that adversely affected their health, without resorting to legal proceedings.

Encourage active engagement of youth in the labor markets and social economy of Eastern Partnership countries, contribute to promoting sustainable economic growth, social cohesion, and reducing societal inequality.

Strengthening the administrative and institutional capacities and management of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration of Moldova (hereinafter referred to as MFEI), by transferring reform experience in the public sector.

• Assessed the needs of MFEI in implementing reforms and preparing for negotiations for EU membership and provided Lithuanian expert and technical assistance to Moldova in the areas: 1) functioning and management of diplomatic service, 2) euro-integration, 3) economic diplomacy, 4) hybrid threat management, strategic communication, and countering disinformation.
• In the area of functioning and management of the diplomatic service: examples of legislation regulating the Lithuanian diplomatic service were provided, recommendations for the implementation of relevant legislation and procedures were given during training and visits to Vilnius and Chisinau. 7 representatives of MFEI visited Lithuania.
• In the field of EU integration: a two-module training program was organized for 28 Moldovan officials working in the field of euro-integration in Vilnius and Brussels. During the training in Vilnius, Lithuanian experience in EU integration and lessons learned were shared, the EU coordination model, the Linesis system, and the institutional structure of EU affairs were presented. In Brussels, officials from MFEI acquainted themselves with EU institutions – the European Parliament and the European Commission, the European External Action Service (EEAS), and their activities.
• In the field of economic diplomacy: legislation regulating the establishment of the Economic Diplomacy Council at MFEI was prepared according to the Lithuanian model; assistance was provided in drafting Moldova's economic diplomacy strategy; a publication introducing Moldova's economy was prepared for Euractiv ((https://www.euractiv.com/section/europe-s-east/opinion/what-is-moldova-strong-essence-in-a-small-bottle ).
• In the field of hybrid threat management, strategic communication, and countering disinformation: a training program was organized in Vilnius for 6 Moldovan officials and in Chisinau for 27 Moldovan officials from MFEI, the Presidency, the Government Chancellery, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and other institutions. A package of recommendations on how to respond to and manage hybrid threats and counter disinformation was prepared for Moldovan institutions.

To strengthen resistance to disinformation and strategic communication capabilities, consolidating the dissemination of independent information in the EU's Eastern Partnership countries.

To strengthen the administrative and institutional capacities of the bodies coordinating the agricultural and rural development of Moldova and Georgia in the field of European integration, using the long-term experience and accumulated knowledge of the National Paying Agency of Lithuania.

To promote the cooperation of Ukrainian, Moldovan and Georgian fire rescue institutions, to assess the state of the countries' fire rescue and civil protection system, to identify administrative problems and to provide methodological assistance in order to improve the administrative abilities of the analogous rescue and civil protection service.

To contribute to the fostering of historical memory and to the development of civic consciousness through research and its dissemination.

Embassy project

• By combining the efforts of Moldovan universities, academia and civil society organisations, in cooperation with Lithuanian organisations, through research and the wide dissemination of historical knowledge about the totalitarian past in the Republic of Moldova, the project has contributed to fostering historical memory and deepening the understanding of the crimes committed by both totalitarian and undemocratic regimes.
• The civic awareness of the younger generation in Moldova was strengthened and the understanding of the crimes committed by totalitarian and non-democratic regimes deepened. Conferences, exhibitions, presentations of publications were organised, in particular involving Moldovan youth.

To engage the women involved in WatchDog.MD in the fight against disinformation, propaganda and other malicious information efforts in Moldova.

• Training with local experts on public debate and social media identity was organised. The organisation expanded its expertise in the fight against disinformation by exchanging experiences and best practices with Lithuanian organisations with similar objectives.
• WatchDog.MD's institutional capacity to fight disinformation and extending funding for the coming year strengthened, four women from WatchDog.MD gained the necessary knowledge and practice to share their experience with the society.

Encourage active engagement of youth in the labor markets and social economy of Eastern Partnership countries, contribute to promoting sustainable economic growth, social cohesion, and reducing societal inequality.

To enhance the security culture and to explain terms, notions and basic concepts which are mostly used in disinformation. Publish The Defence Pocket Dictionary and distribute it to universities, media and social media outlets.

Embassy project

• Discussions, roundtables, radio and TV broadcasts on disinformation resistance have been organised.
• A glossary of defence and security terms (in Romanian and Russian) has been developed and published for distribution to universities, NGOs, media and social media.

Strengthening the administrative and institutional capacities and management of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration of Moldova (hereinafter referred to as MFEI), by transferring reform experience in the public sector.

• Assessed the needs of MFEI in implementing reforms and preparing for negotiations for EU membership and provided Lithuanian expert and technical assistance to Moldova in the areas: 1) functioning and management of diplomatic service, 2) euro-integration, 3) economic diplomacy, 4) hybrid threat management, strategic communication, and countering disinformation.
• In the area of functioning and management of the diplomatic service: examples of legislation regulating the Lithuanian diplomatic service were provided, recommendations for the implementation of relevant legislation and procedures were given during training and visits to Vilnius and Chisinau. 7 representatives of MFEI visited Lithuania.
• In the field of EU integration: a two-module training program was organized for 28 Moldovan officials working in the field of euro-integration in Vilnius and Brussels. During the training in Vilnius, Lithuanian experience in EU integration and lessons learned were shared, the EU coordination model, the Linesis system, and the institutional structure of EU affairs were presented. In Brussels, officials from MFEI acquainted themselves with EU institutions – the European Parliament and the European Commission, the European External Action Service (EEAS), and their activities.
• In the field of economic diplomacy: legislation regulating the establishment of the Economic Diplomacy Council at MFEI was prepared according to the Lithuanian model; assistance was provided in drafting Moldova's economic diplomacy strategy; a publication introducing Moldova's economy was prepared for Euractiv ((https://www.euractiv.com/section/europe-s-east/opinion/what-is-moldova-strong-essence-in-a-small-bottle ).
• In the field of hybrid threat management, strategic communication, and countering disinformation: a training program was organized in Vilnius for 6 Moldovan officials and in Chisinau for 27 Moldovan officials from MFEI, the Presidency, the Government Chancellery, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and other institutions. A package of recommendations on how to respond to and manage hybrid threats and counter disinformation was prepared for Moldovan institutions.

To strengthen resistance to disinformation and strategic communication capabilities, consolidating the dissemination of independent information in the EU's Eastern Partnership countries.

Support for the establishment of a deposit system for beverage packaging in the Republic of Moldova.

Embassy project

• Lithuanian experience in setting up a beverage packaging management system has been shared;
• Leadership training for women working in environmental public institutions organised.

Project aims to provide truthful information for citizens by delivering valuable objective content that is accessible and that reaches them in a timely manner, as well as to provide assistance to public entities on how to address disinformation campaigns. To conduct an extensive campaign to counter misinformation on topics of current and strategic interest based on the scientific approach. Project will stimulate critical thinking and discourage production and distribution of fake news.

Diplomatic Mission Project

• Strengthened capacity to actively counter propaganda and hostile foreign influences.
• 10 videos were produced and published, exposing propaganda strategic narratives, exposing fake news, manipulative content and demonstrating how to counteract it.

Project aims to strengthen Moldovan civil society and its resilience to disinformation by identifying the most common myths and fake information circulating in mass-media, social media outlets and society, to provide objective expert-based information, and promote the results of the analysis of myths and rendering reality by publication of a brochure “Challenging security stereotypes: myths vs reality”.

Diplomatic Mission Project

• The most common myths and misinformation in the mass media, social networks and society have been identified.
• Objective expert information has been provided provided.
• The publication "Security stereotypes: myths and realities" has been published and disseminated.

Project will strengthen the tradition of historical memory and take steps to reconcile the memory communities on both banks of the Nistru river, by disseminating historical knowledge and promoting democratic values. The first volume of the series Memory Archives. The Transnistrian Case, will be published. Findings of contemporary history research, including case studies, historical documents, and oral histories testimonies will be presented at a scientific conference and two round-tables (online). A new university course „Transnistrian conflict and separatist regimes in the post-soviet space“ will be introduced.

Diplomatic Mission Project

• The first volume of the historical research series "Archives of Memory. The case of Transnistria" prepared and published.
• A scientific conference and 2 teleconference roundtables were organised.
• A university course on "The Transnistrian conflict and separatist regimes in the post-Soviet space" was developed and launched.

Encourage active engagement of youth in the labor markets and social economy of Eastern Partnership countries, contribute to promoting sustainable economic growth, social cohesion, and reducing societal inequality.

Project aims to strengthen Moldovan civil society and its resilience to disinformation by identifying the most common myths and fake information circulating in mass-media, social media outlets and society, to provide objective expert-based information, and promote the results of the analysis of myths and rendering reality by publication of a brochure “Challenging security stereotypes: myths vs reality”.

Based on Lithuanian good practice, provide recommendations on the implementation of the EU-Moldova Association Agreement, related to the assurance of safe, efficient and interoperable road, air, railway and maritime transport system.

Project will target the historical investigation of memory and commemorative practices of the last generation of subjects of soviet deportations from the Moldavian SSR – the children of Gulag by analyzing oral history testimonies, personal collections of photographs, realms of museums patrimony and national archives. The research will result in elaboration, editing and publication of an international photo-documentary exhibition on history of deported children by Soviet regime and the publication of a thematic monograph-album on this issue. Historical knowledge will be disseminated by organizing a round-table (online) and 4 book & exhibition presentations.

Diplomatic Mission Project

• Historical research on the subject of Soviet deportations of children from the Moldavian SSR - the Gulag has been presented, analysing oral history testimonies, personal photo collections, museum and national archive materials.
• A documentary photo exhibition was opened, capturing the history of children exiled by the Soviet regime.
• A thematic monographic album was published.
• A round table discussion was organised.

The project focuses on improving the macro-prudential risk monitoring framework, establishing new legal frameworks for the supervision of the insurance sector and motor third party liability insurance, strengthening the supervision of non-banking credit institutions, drafting the Bank's internal rules on strengthening the supervision of financial market infrastructures and payment services, and reviewing the compliance with the requirements of the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA).

Duration of the project: 24 months + 3 months

More information about the project in Bank of Lithuania press release.

Fostering of new watchdog leaders in local communities and raising awareness of NGO activists about blogging and digital power.

Regional project

• The educational tool "Fake News in the Media and Social Environment" prepared;
• Two 4-day international trainings were implemented. A group of individuals with professional knowledge of citizen journalism and the challenges of fake news was trained;
• Informal network of bloggers and local community leaders created. Planned roundtables in Ukraine and Moldova implemented.
• An educational-promotional film has been produced which can be used as additional training material for video bloggers.

Fostering of new watchdog leaders in local communities and raising awareness of NGO activists about blogging and digital power.

GirlsGoIT programme encourages girls and young women to go in the field of technology from a young age, choosing STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education path and powering girls and young women in and through technology to have better future education and employment opportunities.

Diplomatic Mission Project

• 67 girls gained skills in programming and IT engineering.
• 25 girls participated in the summer camp internships in private ICT companies.

The project aims to establish a European memory culture through cooperation and exchange of experience between the academic institutions and civic society of Lithuania and Moldova.

Diplomatic Mission Project

• International scientific conference "Collective Trauma and Memory Practices in the Post-Soviet Space: Problems and Research Perspectives" was organised at Belzec State University.
• 6 photo-documentary exhibitions on repressions and mass deportations in the Lithuanian SSR and the Moldovan SSR and armed anti-Soviet resistance in Lithuania (1944-1953) presented.
• 6 round table discussions on historical memory organised for students.
• A collection of studies was prepared, presenting a critical approach to attempts to manipulate historical facts and the creation of new false narratives.
• Volume III of the research on the crimes of communism and Stalinism, "Archives of Memory", was prepared and published.

Promote public intolerance of corruption and support anti-corruption efforts in Moldova with the active engagement of regional media and civil society organizations.

• 4 long stories, 4 explanatory videos, 4 infographics published on newsmaker.md and social media.
• 6 vox-populi videos, 6 infographics on corruption and 1 quiz published on newsmaker.md and their social media pages.
• More than 25,000 people learned about the consequences of corruption and became more literate on the topic.

Promote public intolerance of corruption and support anti-corruption efforts in Moldova with the active engagement of regional media and civil society organizations.

• Strengthened regional media and civil society organisations' capacities for anti-corruption activities.
• Distance training was organised in Moldovan regions with 80 participants; 1 study visit of 20 participants to 1 Moldovan public institution was organised; 16 journalistic investigations were produced. 3 experts assisted journalists in developing their investigations on corruption.
• Objective information was provided to Moldovan citizens on the manifestations of corruption in the country.

Based on Lithuanian good practice, provide recommendations on the implementation of the EU-Moldova Association Agreement, related to the assurance of safe, efficient and interoperable road, air, railway and maritime transport system.

• 4 Moldovan maritime transport specialists were trained on the application of exemptions from the requirements of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Conventions, the implementation of the International Ship and Port Facility (Terminal) Security Code, the assessment of flag State performance, and inland waterway transport.
• The current challenges and problems faced by Moldova as a flag State were reviewed, possible actions to strengthen the surveillance of ships were discussed, and possible ways and technical, legal and administrative options for moving from the "black" to the "grey" or "white" list of flags of the Paris MoU on Port State Control were considered.
• The results of the project are published on the LTSA website in Lithuania.

Contribute to the transformation of the primary health care system in Moldova by strengthening crisis resilience and improving access to services. Prepare guidelines for Primary Health Care (PHC) reform in Moldova, based of best practices; outline principles of motivation, stability, self-regulation, responsibility and accountability for the activities of PHC centers; develop plan for establishment/restructuring of PHC centers in one administrative district.

Diplomatic Mission Project

• Recommendations for the transformation of primary health care in Moldova, based on international best practice prepared. The recommendations propose the establishment/restructuring of Primary Health Care (PHC) centres with independent (private) legal status. The document is published in three languages - Romanian, Russian and English.
• Principles for motivation, stability, self-regulation, responsibility and accountability of PHC centres have been developed.
• A plan for the establishment/restructuring of two PSP centres in the Autonomous Territory of Gagauzia has been developed.

To support the development of the policy, legal and institutional framework for an effective development of Moldova’s agriculture and rural areas, in a way that they contribute to sustainable development, adaptation to climate change and the country’s transformation towards a green economy.

Project duration: 24 months + 3 months

More information about the project in EU4Moldova press release.

Develop and implement anticorruption education tools in secondary school education. Project supported corruption prevention actions in all over the country by educating conscious, critical minded and responsible citizens.

GirlsGoIT programme encourages girls and young women to go in the field of technology from a young age, choosing STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education path and empowering girls and young women in and through technology to have better future education and employment opportunities.

Embassy project

Strengthen capacities of Moldova for successful implementation of the EU-Moldova Association Agreement in the policy field of science, innovations and technology.

Provide recommendations to Moldavian transport institutions on implementation of the EU-Moldova Association Agreement related to the assurance of safe, efficient and interoperable road, railway and maritime transport system.

Inform and raise awareness of Moldovan people by means of two TV programs and daily online materials about major cases of corruption; pledge for transparency and a more active anti-corruption fight at top level.

The project aimed to establish a European memory culture through cooperation and exchange of experience between the academic institutions and civic society of Lithuania, Moldova and Romania. The project facilitated the activities of recovering and studying the memory of the victims of the Soviet occupation regime and analysing this period of history in order to deepen the knowledge and understanding by the current and future generations of the Soviet totalitarianism character and the awareness of democratic values.

Diplomatic Mission Project

Support regional development by encouraging women’s social and economic activities and integrating gender equality in local communities of the Republic of Moldova.

The initiative contributed to the efficiency of regional governance and supported communities in delivering democratic governance and equitable conditions for development and provision of public services.

Diplomatic Mission Project

Transfer experience to the Eastern Partnership countries (Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine) in localising Sustainable Development Goals. The project will contribute to the raise of awareness and competences of local authorities and will serve as basis for further cooperation.

Regional project

Project’s aim is to transfer experience to the Eastern Partnership countries (Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine) in localising Sustainable Development Goals. The project will contribute to the raise of awareness and competences of local authorities and will serve as basis for further cooperation.

Empower 200 women from the Northern region of Moldova to initiate or develop their own business, which will create opportunities for their social and economic promotion and will reduce poverty in their families.

To contribute to the upgrade of the education system in Moldova in line with EU and Bologna process best practices and quality education principles.

Project duration: 24 months + 3 months

More information about the project in Omnia press release.

To strengthen the operational capacities of the OPFML, Supervisory Authorities, Law Enforcement Agencies and Justice System in order to improve the AML/CFT legislation and to increase the efficiency in prevention against money laundering and terrorism financing.

Strengthening the OPFML´s operational mandate and tactical and strategical capacities for prevention and fight against money laundering and terrorism financing, as well as enhancing the supervision and law enforcement potential of institutions that are directly in-charged with AML/CFT matters, in order to create a strong national prevention regime against ML/FT threats and vulnerabilities.

Project duration: 36 months + 3 months

More about the project in FNTT press release.

To assist the Government of the Republic of Moldova in ensuring the rule of law, enhancement of public order and security and protection of human rights through development of an accessible, accountable, efficient, transparent and professional police system. In particular, the project aims at modernizing and consolidating the initial and continuous training of the police system in line with EU and internatio

Project duration: 30 months + 3 months

More information about the project in the EU4Moldova press release.

To support the Republic of Moldova (RoM) in meeting its obligations under the terms of the Association Agreement with European Union (AA). More specifically, it is to support the Customs Service of the Republic of Moldova (MDCS) to deliver on the requirements of the Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area (DCFTA) Agreement.

Project duration: 24 months + 3 months.

More information about the project in EU4Moldova project page.

To strengthen the institutional capacities of the National Anti-Corruption Centre (NAC), Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (APO), Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA), General Police Inspectorate (GPI) and Customs Service, in order to increase the efficiency in the fight against corruption and to strengthen the investigative capacities of the above-mentioned institutions in the field of prevention and investigation of criminal acts of corruption.

Project duration: 24 months + 3 months.

More information about the project in Special Investigation Service press release.

Full and correct implementation of the EU acquis in the area of medicinal products and medical devices and preparation of the Medicinal products and Medical Devices Agency („MMDA“) for joining the EU regulatory agencies network as an equal partner.

Project duration: 24 months

More information about the project in MFA press release.

To enhance the commercial and export potential of the agro-business food chain in Republic of Moldova in line with EU standards and DCFTA technical requirements.

Project duration: 24 months.

More information about the project in MFA press release.

To achieve an accessible, effective, transparent, professional, and socially responsible justice sector in the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine that meets European standards, ensures the rule of law, respects human rights, and contributes to public trust in the judiciary.

• A forum for lawyers from Lithuania, Moldova, and Ukraine was organized in Lithuania, where the most pressing issues of legal system reforms in the partner countries were discussed, including specific provisions of draft laws being prepared in Moldova and Ukraine. The differences and similarities in the systems and experiences of the countries were identified, their impact on the effectiveness of institutions was discussed, and Lithuania's best practices in implementing specific laws were shared. Moldovan and Ukrainian representatives were also given the opportunity to visit similar institutions in Lithuania.
• Representatives from the U.S. Embassy in Moldova participated in the forum, and opportunities for further cooperation were discussed.
• Lithuanian legal acts that are particularly relevant for the continued implementation of legal sector reforms in Moldova and Ukraine were translated (the list of necessary translations was prepared based on the needs of the forum participants and their institutions).

To expand development cooperation by encouraging the interest and capabilities of Lithuanian institutions, non-governmental organizations, and businesses to participate in international development cooperation programs. To ensure the dissemination of best practices from Lithuania's participation in international development cooperation programs.

• The dissemination of best practices increased the motivation and active participation of representatives from the public, non-governmental, and private sectors in projects funded by the EU and international organizations.
• Strengthened the participation of Lithuanian representatives in development cooperation projects by providing support at the highest level.
• Successful projects implemented by Lithuanian institutions and companies were presented to representatives of partner country institutions and donors, sharing best practices and expanding various forms of international cooperation between Lithuania and other countries.
• Increased dissemination of information about Lithuania's capabilities in providing development cooperation assistance in partner countries enhanced Lithuania's reputation as a reliable donor in recipient countries, within the EU, and internationally. The attractiveness of proposals submitted by Lithuanian representatives for development cooperation projects is expected to increase.
• The implementation plan for recommendations on more favorable legal regulation laid the groundwork for removing obstacles to more active participation in development cooperation programs in the future.

To increase the awareness of Moldovan and Georgian citizens about European integration, countering existing negative stereotypes.

• Increased knowledge about European integration among local communities (students, civil society, journalists) in problematic and remote regions of Moldova and Georgia.
• Four selected journalists and political commentators from Moldova and Georgia acquired more knowledge on anti-propaganda techniques, information warfare, European integration, and European security topics (this should eventually improve the quality of European policy discourse in these countries).
• Four analytical articles were prepared and published on the myths of European integration prevalent in the public spaces of Moldova and Georgia.
• During meetings with target groups and more Eurosceptic groups in Moldova (left-wing parties) and Georgia (the Orthodox Church), efforts were made to provide more information about the benefits of European integration and to send a signal that Lithuania firmly supports the European integration process of these countries and is ready to assist in resolving the challenges they face.

To assist Georgia and Moldova in implementing educational reforms by creating and updating educational programs related to EU integration for general education schools, thereby contributing to the development of European values.

• Developed an elective program "Education for European Integration" for Georgian general education schools. The program covers topics such as the European Union, the system and significance of EU institutions, EU development policy, Georgia and the EU, and others.
• The program "Education for European Integration" was piloted in 3 Georgian schools. The pilot involved 46 10th-grade students.
• Updated the elective program "Education for European Integration" for Moldovan general education schools. The program covers topics such as Europe, European civilization, the idea of a united Europe, the founding of the EU, EU institutions, meetings and decision-making in the European Parliament, the common European currency as the basis for the economic cohesion of the EU, school and education in the EU, youth in the EU, Moldova before and after applying for the European Association Agreement, new export markets for Moldovan products, challenges of the EU and the contemporary world, the EU and the Arab migration crisis, the future of Europe, and others.
• The program was piloted in 3 Moldovan schools. The pilot involved 58 12th-grade students.

Continue the activities of the innovative international website "Women in Democracy".

• Ensured continuous support and technical maintenance of the international website www.womenindemocracy.org, which presents and promotes gender equality in the countries of Eastern Europe, the Caucasus region, and Central Asia.
• Performed daily news monitoring and selection for the website sections "News," "Opinion," and "Facebook"; periodically updated the sections "Politics," "Governance and Economy," "Violence against Women," and "International Organizations" with relevant information, and uploaded visual materials.
• Prepared and posted four original interviews with women leaders from the region (posted in the section "Interviews with Leaders").
• Written six informational and analytical articles.
• Strengthened Lithuania's role as a coordinator of gender equality in the region (Eastern Europe, the Caucasus region, Central Asia).
• Through its activities, the website discredits anti-democratic propaganda and disinformation in the region.

To enhance the abilities of journalists in Moldova and Georgia to counter Russian propaganda and increase the resilience of their societies to such propaganda, while improving their knowledge about the EU.

• Developed training methodology and materials.
• Organized a 4-day training session in Vilnius for journalists from Moldova (4 individuals) and Georgia (4 individuals) on propaganda techniques and their identification.
• Organized seminars in Moldova and Georgia, led by Lithuanian experts (4 individuals), for academics, students, and media representatives from these countries on propaganda and anti-propaganda techniques.
• Prepared and published 4 articles by regional journalists from Moldova and 4 articles by regional journalists from Georgia on Russian propaganda and its manifestations in these countries, aimed at deconstructing created myths.
• Provided knowledge to journalists and civil society representatives in Moldova and Georgia, enhancing their professional skills and resilience to propaganda; distributed training materials to the entire network of regional journalists in Georgia and Moldova.
• Provided alternative information to the public about European integration.
• Expanded the informal network of journalists.

To achieve an accessible, effective, transparent, professional, and socially responsible justice sector in the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine, in line with European standards, ensuring the rule of law and respect for human rights, and contributing to the public's trust in the judiciary.

• Organized a forum in Lithuania for legal professionals from Lithuania, Moldova, and Ukraine, where key issues of the legal system reforms in the partner countries were discussed, including the review of specific draft legislation being prepared in Moldova and Ukraine. Differences and similarities in the systems and experiences of the countries were identified, their impact on the effectiveness of institutional operations was discussed, and Lithuania's good practices in implementing specific laws were shared. Representatives from Moldova and Ukraine were given the opportunity to visit related institutions in Lithuania.
• The forum also included representatives from the U.S. Embassy in Moldova, and opportunities for further cooperation were explored.
• Translated Lithuanian legal acts that are particularly relevant for the ongoing reform of the legal sector in Moldova and Ukraine (a list of necessary legal acts to be translated will be prepared based on the needs of the forum participants and institutions).

To assist Georgia and the Republic of Moldova in implementing the Association Agreements with the EU by preparing the necessary implementation (institutional and procedural) infrastructure and resources, ensuring that the vast majority of planned measures are implemented on time and according to the schedules outlined in the Association Agreements and their operational agendas.

• During the project, 58 working days of consultations were provided to Georgia, and 49 working days of consultations were provided to Moldova.
• Short-term study visits for specialists from the civil services of Georgia and the Republic of Moldova were organized in Lithuania to leverage Lithuania’s experience in implementing Association Agreements with the EU, focusing on specific planning and implementation issues (2 visits involving 9 specialists).

Contribute to the development of nuclear security training and qualification improvement systems for the border protection and customs officers of Ukraine and Moldova by sharing Lithuania's training experience and advanced methodologies.

• Ukrainian and Moldovan officers became acquainted with Lithuania's nuclear security policy and the processes of organizing and coordinating the interaction of institutions involved in nuclear security activities.
• Lithuanian project participants became familiar with the activities of the relevant institutions in Ukraine and Moldova.
• Differences and similarities were identified, and their impact on the effectiveness of activities was examined.

To promote entrepreneurship, social, and economic activism among women in Moldova and Belarus during 2014-2015.

• 21 project participants from Belarus were activated and empowered to develop their businesses and organizations.
• 18 women from Maladzechna and Zaslavl who adopted the Success Team method will be able to disseminate this method to other regions of Belarus.
• Support from government institutions in Belarus was secured through meetings with Belarusian authorities to promote women’s entrepreneurship.
• A Belarus-Lithuania-Moldova women's network was established, comprising 12 Moldovan, 9 Belarusian, 10 Lithuanian, and 10 other EU organizations.
• 42 organizations from Lithuania, Moldova, and Belarus signed a memorandum of intent to collaborate.
• The project was covered in local press, and in Belarus, Moldova, and internationally on the “Going Abroad” and Winnet BSR websites.

To increase the awareness of Moldovan and Georgian citizens about European integration by dispelling existing stereotypes.

• In November 2014, seminars held in Moldova increased the knowledge of local communities (from Straseni, Galesti, and Cahul regions) about European integration.
• Journalists and political commentators from Moldova and Georgia acquired more expert knowledge about European integration processes during training held in Lithuania in October 2014.
• Four analytical articles addressing myths about European integration were prepared and published in Moldovan regional media.

To present and promote gender equality in Eastern Europe, the Caucasus region, and Central Asia through the international website www.womenindemocracy.org.

• Ensured continuous content maintenance and technical support of the website, with updated sections. A new section, "Interviews with Women Leaders," and additional topical sections (Politics; Governance and Economy; Violence against Women; International Organizations) were created.
• Daily news monitoring and selection were performed. News was posted in the website's sections "News," "Opinion," and "Facebook," along with visual materials.
• Prepared and posted 12 original interviews with women leaders from the region on the website.
• Wrote 12 informational and analytical texts.
• Strengthened Lithuania's role as a coordinator of gender equality in the region (Eastern Europe, the Caucasus region, Central Asia).
• The information and news provided on the website regarding gender equality issues are regularly read by 526 individuals from all world regions.

To promote entrepreneurship and increase social and economic activity among women in Moldova and Belarus.

• 32 women from Moldova, 7 from Belarus, and 12 from Lithuania were empowered and motivated to develop their businesses and organizations.
• A women's network was established to foster business contacts and new cooperation initiatives.
• Women who mastered the Success Teams method can now spread this approach to other regions in Moldova and Belarus.
• Training in Taraclia inspired participants to form an active women's club in Taraclia district, now with 20 members ready to join Success Teams.
• The project was covered by local media ("Plungės žinios") and internationally on the "Going Abroad" website (8 articles).

To conduct a comparative analysis of nuclear security measures between Lithuania and Armenia, Moldova, and Ukraine, and to identify best practices.

• Senior officials from 5 Armenian, 6 Moldovan, and 6 Ukrainian institutions responsible for nuclear security were introduced to Lithuania’s nuclear security policy.
• Representatives from Lithuanian institutions learned about the experiences of their Armenian, Moldovan, and Ukrainian counterparts.
• Differences and similarities in the countries' systems and experiences were identified, and their impact on institutional effectiveness was discussed.

Active cooperation between Lithuanian institutions, non-governmental organizations, and businesses in international development cooperation (DC) programs to ensure smooth transfer of expert knowledge and experience in European integration to third countries.

To assist Georgia and Moldova in implementing their Association Agreements with the EU by developing the necessary institutional and procedural infrastructure and resources, ensuring timely execution of planned measures according to the schedules outlined in the Agreements and their operational agendas.

• From September to December 2014, the capacities of Georgian and Moldovan institutions to implement the Association Agreements were strengthened:
• In Georgia, an initial needs assessment visit was conducted, followed by consultations on visa-free regime with the EU, alignment of national laws with EU regulations, financial services requirements under the Association Agreement, and the preparation of an action plan for adopting sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) measures considering the economic cost-benefit balance (involving 5 Lithuanian experts).
• In Moldova, an initial needs assessment visit was conducted, followed by consultations on mental health for children and youth, suicide prevention, and improvement of juvenile justice statistics regulations (involving 3 Lithuanian experts).

To motivate and prepare young leaders from Eastern Partnership countries for professional political careers and to strengthen the existing network of young leaders.

• 62 young leaders from Eastern Partnership countries acquired the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed for a successful political career; 15 organizations joined the young leaders' network.

To contribute to the strengthening of the capacities of civil servants in Republic of Moldova, according the standards of the EU, by improving the quality of the training and other professional development activities.

Project duration: 24 months

More information about the project in press release.

To continue supporting and developing the international website www.womenindemocracy.org, which promotes and presents gender equality in the Community of Democracies and other countries (especially in Eastern Europe, the Caucasus region, and Central Asia) since 2012.

• Daily monitoring of news and information databases regarding women's status and gender equality issues was conducted.
• Contacts were established with target NGOs from 15 countries in the region, and an analysis of national government documents, legal materials, and ongoing gender equality initiatives was performed.
• Materials were prepared and published on the website to familiarize the Lithuanian public with gender equality implementation initiatives in the region.
• A multi-day online forum on relevant equal opportunities issues was organized. The main result was an effectively functioning website.

Assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of the Eastern Partnership, and recommendations for further development of the EU's Eastern Partnership, particularly following the implementation of free trade agreements between the EU and partner countries, and the establishment of a visa-free regime.

• In October 2013, prior to the EU Eastern Partnership Summit held in Vilnius, an international roundtable discussion was organized. During the discussion, recommendations were formulated on how to strengthen the EU's Eastern Partnership initiative. The discussion involved 2 experts from Moldova and Ukraine, Lithuanian experts, representatives from the diplomatic missions of the partner countries, and representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

To continue activities related to youth initiated during Lithuania's chairmanship of the Community of Democracies (CoD) in 2010-11 and to strengthen the CoD dimension.

• The second international leaders academy "Democratic Development in the European Eastern Partnership Countries: Challenges and Opportunities" was organized in Vilnius. Approximately 50 participants, including political scientists, youth, NGO representatives, and human rights defenders from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Estonia, Georgia, USA, Lithuania, Moldova, Serbia, Ukraine, Hungary, and Germany, discussed with Lithuanian politicians the various democratic transformations, achievements, and challenges in the Eastern European region.

To strengthen civil society in Eastern Partnership countries in the context of Lithuania's presidency of the EU Council.

• From November 27-29, 2013, a conference for the civil society of Eastern Partnership countries was organized in Vilnius. The conference served as a platform for in-depth discussion on how to more effectively support the development of civil society in Eastern Partnership countries and to enhance its capacity to participate in the decision-making process. The dialogue between experts and civil society representatives from Eastern Partnership and EU member states proved to be particularly successful.
• Target groups of the conference included participants of the Eastern Partnership Civil Society Forum, representatives of local and international NGOs, political foundations, organizations, think tanks working in Eastern Partnership countries, representatives of the European Commission, and the largest international development cooperation agencies working in the region.
• The conference was attended by 378 participants and 211 media representatives. Approximately 7000 viewers from various countries watched the live broadcast.

To create a forum addressing current issues related to women's rights (featuring useful documents and examples of best practices), fostering thematic discussions, and supporting the implementation of gender equality in the region and other Community of Democracies countries.

• An online website http://www.womenindemocracy.org/ was created to meet the project's objectives.
• The content is continuously updated.
• Ongoing collaboration with NGOs in Eastern Europe, the Caucasus region, and Central Asian countries.

To create a unique network of diaspora representatives from Central and Eastern European countries in Western Europe and to develop active, competent, and efficiently operating diaspora leaders from Central and Eastern European countries.

• Seventeen representatives originating from Azerbaijan, Belarus, Lithuania, Moldova, and Ukraine, currently living abroad, participated in the international conference "Democracy and Diaspora," during which experiences were exchanged, and the deep traditions of the Lithuanian diaspora and its experience in cooperation with the homeland were emphasized.

To promote the diaspora of Belarus, Moldova, and Ukraine by sharing the experiences of Lithuanian communities in Western Europe, particularly youth leaders in Germany, Ireland, Italy, and the UK, in creating a network of cooperation and thus contributing to the development of civil society and the dissemination of democratic values in their countries of origin.

• Organized a youth discussion and conference in Germany titled "Democracy and Diaspora," and held joint cultural events. The materials from the scientific conference were published.
• Created a website – forum demodiaspora.net – for sharing experiences through electronic means.

Assisting in the development of the legal framework for market surveillance, providing recommendations on the necessary equipment for on-the-spot inspections by the Agency's inspectors, training Agency staff to implement EU practices aimed at ensuring the safety of consumer products.

Project duration: 21 months.

To share experience with the representatives from Moldova's agriculture and food sector and consult them in drafting bills and other regulatory documents on norms and standards in food safety for plant origin products in Moldova, and encourage them to participate in the international market. 

Project duration: 24 months

More information about the project in the press.

To inform officials from Eastern and Central Europe and Central Asia about the facilitation of international trade.

• A regional seminar was held in Vilnius, attended by representatives from 22 countries in Eastern Europe and Central Asia.

To support small projects in the areas of human rights advocacy and democracy.

• Eight seminars and roundtable discussions were organized on human rights issues with the general public, NGOs, students, school pupils, teachers, and journalists in Vilnius, Chișinău, and Tbilisi.