Journalists and media institutions in the Republic of Moldova will benefit from a national framework dedicated to professional security, introducing measures for prevention, protection and response in cases of threats, intimidation or attacks. These measures are included in the Action Plan on the Safety of Journalists for 2026–2027, the first strategic document of its kind in Moldova. The Plan was signed by Minister of Culture Cristian Jardan, Minister of Internal Affairs Daniella Misail‑Nichitin, Minister of Justice Vladislav Cojuhari, and Sergiu Russu, Deputy Prosecutor General.

The document outlines a series of actions aimed at strengthening the protection of journalists and the media sector, contributing to safeguarding press freedom and ensuring a safer environment for journalistic activity.

The Plan was developed by the signatory authorities in cooperation with civil society representatives. Several actions will be implemented in partnership with the Council of Europe and UNESCO.

The document is structured around three main objectives.

The first objective focuses on aligning national legislation with European and international standards on the protection of journalists and press freedom.

The second objective aims to strengthen the operational framework and combat impunity in cases of threats or attacks against journalists. In this regard, the Plan provides for the designation of contact points and the creation of a focal group composed of representatives of public authorities and the Press Council, which will serve as a provisional early‑warning and rapid‑response mechanism.

The third objective targets increasing the resilience of journalists and newsrooms by promoting self‑protection mechanisms and enhancing cooperation between state institutions and civil society.

The implementation of the Plan will help strengthen a safe environment for journalistic activity through clear mechanisms for prevention, reporting and response in cases of threats or attacks against journalists.