TikTok Announces New Measures to Safeguard Election Integrity in Romania—But Critics Raise Concerns About Timing and Effectiveness

Protesters took to the streets in Romania in March, after it was announced presidential candidate Calin Georgescu couldn't run in the May elections. The country’s first-round election results were annulled over accusations of Russian disinformation campaigns which were largely spread over social media platforms like TikTok. Getty Image via BBC

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As Romania heads into another round of presidential elections, TikTok has unveiled a set of initiatives aimed at bolstering election integrity on its platform. These include the launch of a dedicated Election Center, a media literacy campaign in partnership with Romanian media outlets, and an expansion of its moderation and fact-checking efforts. According to TikTok, these updates are part of its broader commitment to creating a safe, informed space for civic discourse during elections.

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