Moldova's Pensioners Sell Possessions to Survive: A Cost of Living Crisis

Moldova's Pension Crisis: Elderly Forced to Sell Possessions to Survive In Moldova, a growing number of pensioners are struggling to make ends meet, leading them to sell their cherished possessions. This report highlights the plight of these individuals, many of whom rely on meager pensions that fall far short of covering basic necessities. "The pension is too small," explains one pensioner in the video, "The cost of utilities and everything else is too high." She and others interviewed describe selling clothing and other personal items to buy food and pay bills. Another interviewee adds, "I receive €134 a month, and it's very difficult. Sometimes I buy medications, but sometimes I have to skip paying for utilities." The video shows the stark reality of their situation, with clothes laid out on the ground for sale. This underscores the urgent need for policy changes to address the insufficient pensions and high cost of living that are impacting the lives of Moldova's elderly population. The hope is that this report will bring attention to the issue and inspire action to alleviate the hardship faced by these vulnerable individuals.