The leadership of the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) held a meeting with Kevin Casas-Zamora, Secretary-General of the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA). The discussions focused on the results of their cooperation and prospects for deepening the partnership to strengthen the integrity of electoral processes in the Republic of Moldova, TRIBUNA reports.

The CEC leadership expressed appreciation for the assistance provided by International IDEA in developing institutional capacities and promoting good practices in the electoral field. Particular emphasis was placed on the organization’s support for increasing the transparency of political financing, improving the monitoring of online election campaigns, and strengthening citizens’ trust in the electoral process.

CEC Chairperson Angelica Caraman highlighted opportunities for cooperation aimed at developing the capacities of the CEC and other public institutions to identify, assess, and manage electoral risks. Access to international expertise, methodological tools, and exchanges of experience contributes to improving electoral planning and strengthening interinstitutional cooperation.

For his part, International IDEA Secretary-General Kevin Casas-Zamora praised the cooperation with the Central Electoral Commission, highlighting its role as an important partner in promoting electoral integrity and democratic values. He expressed the organization’s willingness to continue supporting the CEC, including by strengthening institutional capacities and applying European best practices in the electoral field, in the context of the Republic of Moldova’s EU accession process.The discussions also addressed the establishment of a regional hub as a platform for exchanging electoral expertise and strengthening democratic resilience. These initiatives would create new opportunities to leverage international expertise and promote best practices, contributing to the strengthening of democratic institutions as the Republic of Moldova advances on its path toward European Union accession.

The partnership between the Central Electoral Commission and International IDEA is built on longstanding cooperation, further strengthened by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding in Stockholm, Sweden, in 2025.