Moldova’s President Maia Sandu has revealed that her monthly salary is €1,000, aligning with the pay received by the Prime Minister and the Speaker of Parliament. Sandu highlighted that these salaries are intended to be symbolic, reflecting a commitment to austerity and modesty among top government officials.
She further explained that such uniform salaries were introduced by a previous government, suggesting that the practice has been in place for some time, and emphasizing that these figures are not subject to substantial increases. The move appears aimed at promoting transparency and reducing perceptions of privilege within the government.
The disclosure arrives amid ongoing discussions about public sector salaries and government transparency in Moldova. Sandu’s statement underlines efforts to maintain modesty in official compensation and resonates with broader reforms aimed at fiscal responsibility and public trust. No further details were provided about any potential changes to salary structures or related policies.