Moldova Government Stonewalls on EU Bonus Recipients

Moldovan Government Refuses to Disclose Names of Officials Receiving EU Integration Bonuses Chisinau, Moldova – In a move that has sparked controversy and concerns about transparency, the Moldovan government has refused to publicly disclose the names of officials who received substantial bonuses for their work related to the country's European integration process. This refusal comes despite repeated requests from journalists at the Telegram channel, Spot. Spot's journalists initially submitted a formal request to the State Chancellery in March 2023. The response was incomplete, prompting a second request. Even after the second request, the government only partially fulfilled the request, without providing the names of the beneficiaries. A key quote from the video highlights the frustration: "The authorities don't want to name the officials receiving bonuses for European integration." The government's secrecy has led to speculation and accusations of a lack of transparency. The total amount allocated for these bonuses was 36 million lei, distributed among over 1000 individuals across 44 institutions. The refusal to name those who received these funds raises concerns about potential conflicts of interest and a lack of accountability. This incident follows previous instances of government secrecy, including the refusal to name members of commissions involved in prisoner amnesties. The continued refusal to provide this information undermines public trust and raises questions about the government's commitment to transparency and good governance. Further investigation is needed to ensure accountability and transparency in the use of public funds.