Pursuant to article 1. 88 lit. of the Constitution of the Republic of Moldova) and the law on State awards of the Republic of Moldova, the Moldovan President d e c r e t e z: unique article. -As a sign of high appreciation for merits in development of national cinematographic art, for the outstanding successes in creative activity and substantial contribution to the promotion of spiritual values, Mr. Pavel BALAN, filmmaker, i confer the order of the Republic.