The legislative package on local public administration reform—including the country’s territorial reorganization, improved access to services, the future financing model for mayor’s offices and other aspects of the reform— today was discussed by the parliament’s commission for public administration and regional development.

Secretary General of the Government Alexei Buzu presented the main provisions of the draft laws and the stages of the reform’s implementation. “We have a common goal. We want to build stronger mayor’s offices, with specialized teams capable of implementing major projects for their communities and providing better services for people. This is an important reform, and we understand that there are not always solutions that satisfy everyone. That is why, our commitment is to discuss with everyone, listen to proposals and find the most appropriate solutions for communities,” said Alexei Buzu.

The first legislative package addresses two main components: administrative and territorial reorganization and the clarification of the responsibilities of first- and second-level local public administration authorities.

According to the proposals presented, the new administrative and territorial organization would include three regions, while a demographic threshold of 3,000 inhabitants is proposed to strengthen mayor’s offices. An important topic of the discussions concerned the continuity of public services during the transition period. Alexei Buzu emphasized that administrative reorganization must not force citizens and entrepreneurs to travel longer distances to access the services they need. In this regard, the government is working to expand the network of Unified Service Delivery Centers (CUPS) and to develop the concept of a mayor’s representative in amalgamated localities, who will ensure the connection between the community and the local administration.

At the same time, the reform provides for redefining the role of regional administration, with an emphasis on strategic planning, regional development and cooperation between localities. Responsibilities for directly delivering services are to be transferred to the authorities or institutions that can manage them closer to citizens.

During the consultations, MPs asked questions about the criteria for establishing the new administrative and territorial units, the possibility of adjusting their configuration, local administration financing, the distribution of responsibilities, and how consultations had been conducted in the regions.

The secretary general of the government said that analyses and modelling were underway to develop a new local public finance system, so that mayor’s offices can benefit more from the resources generated by the local economy. In parallel, staffing structures, digitalization needs and measures to prepare the transition to the new local authorities are being examined.

Today, the State Chancellery also held consultations on the legislative package with representatives of extra-parliamentary parties and civil society organizations. In parallel, public consultations organized in the country’s districts continue, with the participation of mayors, local councillors, representatives of district authorities and community members.

The State Chancellery aims to incorporate everyone’s contributions and maintain an open dialogue with all stakeholders, so that decisions concerning the reorganization of local public administration take into account realities on the ground and citizens’ needs. The legislative package is available for consultation at www.particip.gov.md – https://shorturl.at/wCM7G and https://shorturl.at/4VZjN.

The discussion on the reintegration process and UK support for the Republic of Moldova continued during the meetings held by Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri in the British Parliament. 

The Deputy Prime Minister met with House of Commons MP Joanna Baxter and Lord Dubs, co-chairs of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for the Republic of Moldova, as well as with Dame Emily Thornberry, Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the British Parliament, and a group of Committee MPs.

The discussions focused on developments in the Republic of Moldova, in particular the authorities’ efforts to strengthen the country’s resilience and advance the reintegration process. The meeting also highlighted Chișinău’s actions to support citizens of the Republic of Moldova living in the Transnistrian region of the country, aimed at building trust, supporting economic development, and gradually integrating them into a common national space. 

The Deputy Prime Minister expressed his gratitude to the British side for its multifaceted support provided to the Republic of Moldova, including assistance in promoting peaceful reintegration while respecting the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. 

Additionally, during his visit to London, Deputy Prime Minister Valeriu Chiveri participated in a roundtable discussion hosted by the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) think tank, featuring experts and members of the diplomatic corps. The event provided an opportunity to present the policies implemented in the field of reintegration and to exchange views on the current situation in the Republic of Moldova. 

On 2 November 2026, Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri, during a working visit to London, met with Stuart Martin Wood, Lord Wood of Anfield, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Europe, International Security and Growth at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.  

During the meeting, officials discussed aspects of bilateral Moldovan-British cooperation, reaffirming the strategic nature of the partnership between the Republic of Moldova and the United Kingdom, with a focus on strengthening resilience and supporting the reform agenda.  

Deputy Prime Minister Valeriu Chiveri briefed on the progress of the Transnistrian settlement process, as well as on the measures taken by the authorities of the Republic of Moldova in implementing reintegration policies, with an emphasis on supporting the residents on both banks of the Nistru River. In this regard, the objectives of the operationalized Convergence Fund and the projects planned for implementation for the benefit of the citizens of the Republic of Moldova residing in the Transnistrian region of the country were outlined, aimed at reducing socioeconomic disparities between the two banks. 

Particular mention was made of the important role of programs implemented with British assistance aimed at building confidence between communities on both banks of the Nistru and supporting economic development. 

In this context, the Deputy Prime Minister thanked the British authorities for their constant support in promoting a peaceful settlement of the Transnistrian conflict while respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova. The parties reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining ongoing dialogue and close cooperation to further consolidate the Moldovan-British strategic partnership. 

The visit program includes meetings and discussions with politicians from the United Kingdom aimed at enhancing dialogue on reintegration policies.