CEC decision: Nicanor Ciochină removed from Boldurești mayoral race

The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) canceled the registration of Nicanor Ciochină, who was running as an independent candidate for mayor of the Boldurești commune in Nisporeni district. This decision was approved during a meeting held on Friday, July 18, with six members of the Commission voting in favor.

Parliamentary election candidates can submit their files; CEC sets participation requirements

From July 20 until August 19, 2025, individuals interested in running for office in the parliamentary elections can submit their applications to the Central Electoral Commission (CEC). According to the CEC, eligible citizens of the Republic of Moldova must be at least 18 years old by election day and should not have any restrictions on their right to vote or be elected in order to participate in the electoral process.

Moldova elections: CEC confirms first 25 parties for Sept. 28

The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) has released the list of 25 political parties that meet the legal requirements to participate in this year's parliamentary elections scheduled for September 28.

Parliamentary election period for September 28 is now underway

The electoral period for the parliamentary elections scheduled for September 28 begins today, the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) announced. It will conclude once the Constitutional Court confirms the election results, according to the CEC.

Diaspora gears up for September elections: over 5,500 have pre-registered

Moldovans living abroad are organizing to participate in the parliamentary elections scheduled for September 28. According to data from the Central Electoral Commission, over 5,500 citizens from the diaspora have pre-registered to vote in the election. Those who have registered describe the process as straightforward and essential. Early registration allows them to have polling stations closer to them, helping to avoid crowds and long travel distances on election day.

CEC warns parties: without updated ASP data, they can’t join the parliamentary elections

Political parties in the Republic of Moldova must submit information regarding the numerical and nominal lists of their presidents, vice-presidents, and members of the central executive bodies to the Public Services Agency (ASP) by July 14. The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) stated that any political parties that fail to provide this information by the July 14 deadline will not be permitted to participate in the parliamentary elections scheduled for September 28.

Expert: Russia coordinates three electoral blocs in Moldova's parliamentary elections

Pro-Russian parties and influence networks coordinated by the Russian Federation pose a significant threat to the democracy of the Republic of Moldova. Their goal is to undermine Moldova's statehood, compromise its sovereignty, divert the country from its European path, and transform it into a zone of influence controlled by Moscow. This warning was issued by public policy and security expert Andrei Curararu during the IN CONTEXT show on Moldova 1. Curararu also stated that the upcoming parliamentary elections in the Republic of Moldova risk becoming a geopolitical confrontation with regional implications.

Moldova fights election fraud, warns Russia

The activities of several political parties in the Republic of Moldova could be suspended because of illegalities reported by the Central Electoral Commission (CEC).

Moldova elections 2025: PAS expands with public figures

Wrestler Anastasia Nichita, rector of the Nicolae Testemițanu State University of Medicine and Pharmacy Emil Ceban, and footballer Maxim Potârnice will run in the upcoming autumn parliamentary elections on the ticket of the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS).

LOC withdraws from “Împreună” ahead of Moldova elections

The League of Towns and Municipalities (LOC) has officially withdrawn from the ”Împreună” (Together) political bloc and will contest the upcoming parliamentary elections independently on September 28.

Moldova official: No separate Gagauzia election body

The creation of a separate Central Electoral Commission (CEC) for the Gagauzia autonomy is unjustified; the Republic of Moldova cannot accommodate two such bodies, stated CEC Vice-President Pavel Postica during the "360 Degrees" broadcast on Radio Moldova.

Moldova takes steps to prevent fraud in fall elections

The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) of Moldova is joining forces with law enforcement agencies to prevent fraud in the upcoming parliamentary elections, scheduled for September 28.