Elections in Moldova: Who Controls (Dis)information?

As the parliamentary elections approach, the information space in the Republic of Moldova grows increasingly turbulent. Petru Macovei, Director of the Association of Independent Press, explained in an interview with the REALITATEA media group how social networks, influencers, and new media platforms shape public opinion, why disinformation spreads quickly, and who is behind the manipulations.

Macovei analyzed the strategies of political actors, the impact of false information, and the ways citizens can protect themselves from fake news.