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MOLDOVAN PARLIAMENT SPEAKER READY TO TEACH AMERICA HOW TO FIGHT PUTIN'S RUSSIA

23 april, 2018

Moldovan Parliament Chairman Andrian Candu has stated readiness to share with the United States the Republic of Moldova's experience of struggling against modern Russia. Candu presented his stance on the issue in an article headlined resolutely "We Can Teach Trump How to Fight Putin's Russia" published in the Newsweek.

"We have dealt with Russia's intrusion for years - ever since the break-up of the Soviet Union - and we are constantly adapting and finding new ways to push back on this undue influence. Having recently hosted my counterparts from Ukraine and Georgia for a security conference, I can say with confidence that those of us in the region are becoming more successful in our efforts, but that Western support is more critical than ever... Here in Europe's east, in Russia's shadow, we are watching the gradual uncovering of Russia's interference with U.S. politics closely. How does the United States, the world's greatest power, deal with such an intrusion?" wondered Candu.

He explained that in Moldova, most of citizens speak Russian, and 75% of television programming originates from Moscow.

"If Russian trolls were pretty good at fooling English-speaking Americans, they are even better in their native tongue. In response, our parliament has banned Russian propaganda and disinformation from certain Russian TV outlets over the Moldovan airwaves. It is a significant step in rooting out Russia's influence over our politics and population", wrote the Moldovan Speaker.

He pointed out that Moldova continues to push Westward "in our ambitions and partnerships while developing a constructive, respect-based relationship with Russia. We will never be able to shut ourselves off completely from Russia culturally, politically or economically, but we are putting our focus on deepening our relationships with the European Union, NATO (through the Partnership for Peace Program) and the United States".

Candu reminded that "While the U.S. continues to sort out the Russian threat to its democracy, know that we are on the front lines for Russia's hybrid campaign for influence and sowing discord".

"As such, Moldova, Ukraine and Georgia pledge closer cooperation with our Western partners to share information about-and fight against-this common threat. After years of benefiting from the help and generosity of the West, we are glad to give back", wrote Moldovan Parliament Chairman Andrian Candu.

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