Social equity – primary objective of the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova

This study describes several issues related to the role of parliaments in improving governance, particularly in public service delivery and poverty reduction. Drawing on functions of representation, lawmaking and control, parliaments are uniquely positioned to understand and control the impact of poverty and to serve as a bridge between government, the private sector and civil society. The role of Parliament in planning strategies to combat poverty, promoting active social participation in economic development, is highlighted. Parliamentarians can contribute to national efforts to reduce poverty by studying and highlighting the results of the fight against poverty, participating in the creation of a new initiative to eradicate it, and providing oversight during the implementation of government programs. As circumstances that attribute to parliaments the key role in combating poverty are mentioned: the representation of the electorate and its interests; adoption of current legislation to support development; parliamentary control over the activity of the executive - its effectiveness and responsiveness to the needs of members of society, especially the poor.