In Moldova, the System of Deposit for Packaging (SDA) is not yet operational, but there is already a conflict between major market operators and state authorities. At issue is the choice of the administrator of the SDA system, a mechanism that should ensure the collection of used containers and increase their recycling rate. The idea itself is not disputed. What is disputed is how the future administrator was selected, how transparent the procedure was and why some of the major market players were left out.
Deposit packaging system: business requires transparency before startup
Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silinja, representing the New Unity party, submitted her resignation to the Saeima on May 14. Together with her, the entire government will resign.
Government crisis in Latvia
