In the media

Moldova will introduce a national anti-plagiarism system to check all bachelor’s and master’s theses starting this year, following an investigation into the buying and selling of academic papers. The Ministry of Education launched internal reviews, involved law enforcement, and called for parliamentary hearings with multiple state institutions to address academic fraud. Officials describe plagiarism as a serious issue undermining higher education and plan stricter laws, including possible annulment of fraudulent diplomas.

Academic integrity becomes a mandatory criterion in the evaluation of educational institutions in Moldova. The new regulations impose the establishment of strict policies against plagiarism and academic fraud. The measures apply to all study programs within the institutions of technical vocational education, higher education, and adult education to meet accreditation standards. They include mechanisms for prevention, identification, and sanctioning of deviations, as well as information and training programs for pupils, students, trainees, and teaching staff.

The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) and Moldova’s National Anticorruption Center hosted the “Anti-Corruption Café,” engaging officials and 45 young volunteers to discuss fighting corruption in the education sector. A “Pro-Integrity Test” reinforced awareness, supporting broader efforts to strengthen integrity and accountability in education.