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The State Chancellery and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) have signed a Cooperation Agreement in the field of local governance

The State Chancellery and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) have signed a Cooperation Agreement in the field of local governance

The State Chancellery of the Republic of Moldova and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) have signed an Agreement for the implementation of the second phase (2023-2027) of the Civic Engagement in Local Governance Project MĂ IMPLIC.

The overall goal of the MĂ IMPLIC Project is to contribute to strengthening local governance and improving access to and the quality of public services for the residents of the Republic of Moldova.

The project is a flagship initiative in the field of local governance under the Swiss Cooperation Program for Moldova 2018-2021 (extended until 2024) and will maintain this role in the next Swiss Cooperation Program for Moldova (2025-2028).

The MĂ IMPLIC Project will provide support for the promotion and implementation of local public administration reform, maximizing existing partnerships between Local Public Authorities (LPAs) in terms of service delivery, contributing to the voluntary amalgamation process, and consolidating models of inclusive governance. In line with the objectives of the Public Administration Reform (PAR), the project will focus on the following: joint provision of services by groups of LPAs, expanding the scope of service delivery, promoting the use of digital tools for local administration processes, and citizen interaction.

The MĂ IMPLIC Project (Phase 2) is not just a project; it represents an initiative that aspires to generate beneficial and lasting transformations in the communities of the Republic of Moldova. By mobilizing local and international expertise, the project aims to address the distinct challenges of local communities and promote models of inclusive governance, thereby improving the lives of citizens. They will benefit from increased access to quality public services, improved infrastructure, and more competent authorities, contributing to the sustainable development of these local communities.

 

The Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) will provide 6,960,144 Swiss francs (CHF) for the implementation of the MĂ IMPLIC Project (Phase 2) during the period 2023-2027. Skat Consulting Ltd will act as the implementing agency, working closely with local authorities and communities.

The signing of the Memorandum represents a joint effort between the Government of the Republic of Moldova and the Government of the Swiss Confederation to empower local governance in the Republic of Moldova.

We invite you to visit the official project page for more details: www.ma-implic.md.

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Study visit of the representatives of the Government and the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova to the Institution of the Prefect of Maramureș County

Study visit of the representatives of the Government and the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova to the Institution of the Prefect of Maramureș County

A recent study visit, organized by the State Chancellery with the support of the “MĂ IMPLIC” Project, to the Prefecture of Maramureș County, opened new perspectives in terms of collaboration. Taking place from December 16 to 19, 2023, the objective of this visit was to strengthen the capacities of Government representatives, develop practical skills, and establish strong bilateral relations between institutions.

The members of the Moldovan delegation, including Mr. Andrei Strah, Deputy Secretary-General of the Government, Mrs. Larisa Voloh, President of the Parliamentary Commission “Public Administration and Regional Development”, and Mrs. Diana Chiriac, Advisor to the Prime Minister in the field of public administration, together with representatives of the State Chancellery and Territorial Offices, as well as managers from the “MĂ IMPLIC” Project, formed a diverse group and brought together expertise from various administrative fields, thus creating a rich environment for the exchange of knowledge.

The delegation from the Republic of Moldova had the honor of being welcomed by Mr. Rudolf Stauder, Prefect of Maramureș County. The agenda of the visit included training sessions and examples of best practices regarding the functioning of the Prefect’s Institution.

Employees of the Maramureș County Prefecture, a counterpart institution to the Territorial Offices in the Republic of Moldova, presented the advantages and disadvantages of the legislation regarding the functioning and organization of the Prefect’s Institution, offering recommendations for establishing of a clear legislative framework. Separate attention was given to methods for monitoring policy implementation and assessing the impact of cooperation.

Participants also had the opportunity to discuss with the President of the County Council, Mr. Ionel Bogdan, about the opportunities for leveraging pre-accession funds to the European Union and their management, for an efficient local governance.

The “MĂ IMPLIC” Project remains a strategic partner of the State Chancellery of the Republic of Moldova and supports the institution’s efforts in collaboration and knowledge sharing in the field of public administration. The “MĂ IMPLIC” Project is funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and implemented by Skat Consulting, between November 2023 and October 2027.

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