15 April 2025
Social Synergy Forum: Building stronger unions in Moldova
More than 3,000 trade union leaders and activists from all over the country, representatives of industry trade union centers gathered in Chisinau for the National Trade Union Forum "SOCIAL SYNERGY". The event, organised by the National Confederation of Trade Unions of Moldova (CNSM) on the occasion of Primary Trade Union Organization Day, celebrated annually on 28 March, brought together prominent activists of the trade union movement in Moldova, senior government officials and international guests.
The forum provided a unique opportunity for direct communication, the exchange of ideas and the development of strategic partnerships, becoming an ideal platform for debate and the development of innovative solutions to current labour market problems. Topics such as transformational leadership, the future of work, the role of trade unions in society, and the impact of new technologies on the labour market were discussed.
The President of the Republic of Moldova stressed the need for a constant and constructive social dialogue between all social actors, considering this to be the key to a more prosperous and just country.
The Secretary General of the International Trade Union Confederation praised the Forum as a special event that promotes social dialogue and democratic values, emphasising the importance of trade union solidarity in the fight against social inequality and the protection of workers' rights.
BWI affiliates in Moldova – SINDICONS, SINDSILVA, and SINDENERGO took an active part in the work of the forum and participated in developing of a declaration, wherein they reaffirmed their commitment to resolute actions to ensure social justice and decent work, emphasising the fundamental values of constructive social dialogue, freedom, equality, independence and solidarity.
All participants adopted the declaration. Please read it here.