Vlad Plahotniuc
Vlad Plahotniuc is a Moldovan oligarch and former leader of the Democratic Party of Moldova, known for his significant influence in the country's politics and economy. He was embroiled in numerous controversies, including allegations of corruption and his involvement in the infamous 'billion-dollar theft' from Moldovan banks in 2014. Facing increasing pressure from the United States, Plahotniuc fled Moldova during a political crisis in 2019, renouncing his party leadership. As of February 2023, he has been placed on international wanted lists by Interpol for charges including money laundering and forming a criminal organization.
Born on Jan 01, 1970 (55 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greece | 2 | 2.50 | 0.15% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 15,925 | $190,000 | 290$ |
| Romania | 1 | 2.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 14,607 | $250,000 | 190$ |
| Moldova | 1 | 5.00 | 0.15% | +0% | 4,033,963 | 6,245 | $12,000 | 19$ |
| Ukraine | 1 | 3.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 43,733,762 | 33,902 | $155,000 | 120$ |
| Totals | 5 | 77,428,470 | 70,679 | $607,000 | 619$ |
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Greece:
Vlad Plahotniuc is a Moldovan oligarch and fugitive politician who was arrested in Greece.
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Greece:
Vlad Plahotniuc is involved in a legal case regarding his extradition due to allegations of embezzlement and forgery.
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Ukraine:
Vlad Plahotniuc, a fugitive oligarch and former leader of the Democratic Party of Moldova, allegedly facilitated Balan's career advancement.
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Romania:
Vlad Plahotniuc is a fugitive businessman accused of the theft of the century in Moldova.
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Moldova:
Vlad Plahotniuc is affiliated with the Democratic Party Modern from Moldova.
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Ukraine:
Vlad Plahotniuc is a fugitive oligarch for whom Moldova has requested extradition from Greece.
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Ukraine:
Vlad Plahotniuc is a fugitive oligarch whose extradition is being considered by a Greek court.
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Ukraine:
Vlad Plahotniuc is a fugitive Moldovan oligarch who was detained in Greece.
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Ukraine:
Vlad Plahotniuc has expressed his willingness to cooperate with the international judicial process regarding his extradition to Moldova.
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Moldova:
Vlad Plahotniuc is mentioned in the context of his recent arrest and potential cooperation with authorities regarding the political network.
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