Society

31 July, 2026 / 11:50

/ 3 hours ago

Over 70 candidates for 39 vacant judge positions in Moldova; ten new prosecutors proposed after graduating from National Justice institute

The judicial system and the prosecution service record an increased interest in filling vacant positions, in the context of reforms carried out on the path toward European integration. For the 39 vacant judge positions, 73 applications have been submitted, and ten graduates of the National Institute of Justice (INJ) have been proposed for vacant prosecutor positions after passing the competitions.

Data to this effect was presented at a meeting on monitoring the progress achieved under Chapter 23, Judiciary and fundamental rights, one of the key areas Moldova’s negotiations to join the European Union.

The number of candidates registered for judge positions is an important indicator for replenishing the system with new professionals and ensuring the efficient work of the courts. In parallel, the promotion of new generations of prosecutors trained at the National Institute of Justice contributes to strengthening the capacity of justice sector institutions.

On the same period, the Superior Council of Magistracy approved standards regarding the necessary number of judges for each court, a measure aimed at optimizing the allocation of human resources and reducing imbalances in the system.

The relevant authorities have also created a joint working group to identify solutions that would enhance the attractiveness of careers as judges and prosecutors and help retain professionals in the justice system.

The reform of the judicial system, the guarantee of judicial independence and the strengthening of law enforcement institutions represent essential commitments undertaken by Moldova in the process of accession to the European Union.

Comment

Latest News

Moldova to create information system for monitoring medicine stocks

VIDEO // Moldovan firefighters, part of joint efforts to extinguish vegetation fires across Europe

Roads of Moldova to be mandatorily assessed every five years

Moldovan PM says absolute priority drinking water for people

Moldovan PM government cannot influence 60 per cent of gas tariff, there is room for optimization for remaining 40 per cent

Red Code of reduced water flow on many rivers of Moldova

LIVE // Moldovan PM holds news conference

Court rulings to be recognized more easily abroad; Moldova joins Hague Convention

Over 10,000 applicants submit admission files to universities of Moldova on first day of contest

Citizens to be able to come up with proposals for authorities’ agenda via e-Democracy platform

Baccalaureate pass rate increases after additional session in Moldova: over 15,000 candidates pass exams

Moldova enters hydrological alert

Over 100 road accidents involving cyclists recorded in Moldova since beginning of 2026 year; police urge drivers to follow safety rules

Declaration for crossing Moldova's border with financial means exceeding 10,000 euros can be submitted online

Moldovan legislation on administration, use of public roads aligned with EU standards

Strategic energy infrastructure projects to receive priority authorization in Moldova

Defence procurement to have new rules aligned with EU standards in Moldova

Harsher penalties for human traffickers in Moldova: parliament eliminates possibility of suspending sentences in severe cases

Moldova aligns employment rules with EU standards: new rights for unemployed, cross-border workers

Convicted persons to no longer escape punishment in Moldova: parliament tightens rules, expands electronic monitoring

Voted by Moldovan parliament: tougher penalties, prison for promoting illegal substances on social media

Moldovan parliament obliges gas supplier from Transnistrian region to create strategic reserves

Moldova's Electoral Code amended in first reading: new rules for elections in Gagauzia

Moldova's justice aligns with European standards: overview of achievements on path to EU accession

Moldovan PM meets members of Club of Bessarabian Businesspeople in Bucharest

Strengthening of Moldovan-Romanian partnership discussed with leaders of Romania's parliament

Moldovan parliament ratifies, in first reading, Council of Europe Convention on Co-Production of Audiovisual Works in Form of Series

Moldova to receive 350,000-dollar grant for implementing Register of Movable Collateral system

Expert comments on stakes of Moldovan PM's first visit to Bucharest

Moldovan president has farewell meeting with Head of Swiss Cooperation Office in Moldova

See more