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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moldova | 1 | 2.00 | 0.16% | +0% | 4,033,963 | 6,444 | $12,000 | 19$ |
| Totals | 1 | 4,033,963 | 6,444 | $12,000 | 19$ |
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Moldova:
Vlad Plahotniuc is described as an oligarch and the orchestrator behind the fabricated legal cases against Dorin Chirtoacă.
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Romania:
Victor Ponta expressed regret for Vlad Plahotniuc's situation, calling his actions 'very stupid'.
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Moldova:
Vlad Plahotniuc is the former leader of the Democratic Party who controlled the party during Ion Sula's tenure.
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Moldova:
Vlad Plahotniuc is an oligarch who strengthened control over Moldova during Năstase's protests.
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Ukraine:
Vlad Plahotniuc, known in the past as the 'master of Moldova', was extradited from Greece to Moldova amid several investigations for corruption, fraud, and money laundering.
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Ukraine:
Vlad Plahotniuc is a Moldovan oligarch whose extradition process has been reinstated by Greece.
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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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