LocationsVehicles and modern equipment to strengthen police operational capacities
April 8, 2026
14 vehicles equipped with specialized technology and modern equipment, valued at approximately US$1.1 million, were handed over to the General Police Inspectorate (GPI) on 8 April 2026. The support aims to strengthen public order capabilities and enhance the personal safety of police officers.
The technical assistance was provided through the project “Support Police Capacity Building in the Field of Public Order and Cybercrime in Moldova”, funded by the U.S. government and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Moldova.
Six of the donated vehicles will serve as mobile police stations. These have been specially adapted and equipped (including furniture, printers, laptops, and Wi-Fi connectivity) to support field operations, incident documentation, data processing, and on-site coordination. By enabling officers to deliver services directly in communities, these mobile units bring police closer to citizens. In addition to standard police equipment, the vehicles are fitted with geolocation technologies, allowing for rapid deployment and efficient response to public order incidents.
The remaining eight vehicles will be used for operative interventions, including in hard-to-reach areas, thereby increasing mobility and enhancing the police’s capacity to respond promptly to emergency calls from the communities.
“As Head of the National Police, I welcome this support, which directly contributes to strengthening our capabilities and bringing us into line with the highest standards. Strategic partnerships are essential for the IGP and the donation of vehicles equipped with modern technology strengthens our operational capabilities, providing territorial units with the resources necessary for the effective protection of citizens and better working conditions for my colleagues,” said Viorel Cernăuțeanu, Head of the General Police Inspectorate.
“This support will enhance Moldova’s ability to deter, detect, and respond to crime, strengthening internal security nationwide,” stated Nick Pietrowicz, Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in the Republic of Moldova.
“UNDP, together with the U.S. government, is proud to support the National Police of Moldova in its ongoing transformation into a modern, community-oriented law enforcement institution, which is better equipped to prevent and combat crime and, in doing so, to enhance the safety and security of Moldovan society,” declared Daniela Gasparikova, UNDP Resident Representative to the Republic of Moldova.
In addition, specialized gear for the personal protection of police officers was delivered, including bulletproof and stab-resistant vests along with ballistic helmets. The donation also included equipment for the patrol and surveillance of national roads, such as night vision devices, thermal imaging devices, and portable alcohol breathalyzers.
The project will also deliver to the GPI an additional batch of specialized equipment including night vision binoculars and TETRA radios valued at $240,000. This equipment will further support frontline police officers in performing their duties safely, detecting criminal activities, and responding effectively to public order threats.
Over the past year, the project has equipped two specialized subdivisions of the General Police Inspectorate – the National Investigations Inspectorate and the Police Forensic Center – with advanced software solutions and modern IT equipment. These tools enable faster extraction and analysis of digital evidence from a wider range of devices, improving the efficiency of criminal investigations. At the same time, specialized training sessions have been delivered to criminal investigation officers and forensic experts in the field of cybercrime, strengthening their ability to detect, monitor, and investigate suspicious or illegal online activities.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs and the General Inspectorate of Police of the Republic of Moldova maintain a longstanding partnership with the U.S. government and UNDP. Over the years, this cooperation has significantly contributed to strengthening institutional and professional capacities, helping ensure a safer environment for all citizens and increasing public trust in the police.
