Moldovan government will prioritise Western assistance

Significance

The government is headed by Prime Minister Natalia Gavrilita, a leading PAS figure and former finance minister. This completes the creation of a strong functioning governance system under President Maia Sandu and her PAS allies.

Impacts

• The budget deficit will encourage the government to accept conditions set by the IMF and EU.
• Unprecedented political synergies should foster swift, more cohesive reforms.
• A comprehensive campaign against corruption will be disruptive for the public sector.
• Finding competent, uncorrupt people to take senior positions and staff institutions will be a challenge.