Attention, diaspora voters! Several polling stations changed their addresses

For the second round of the presidential elections in the Republic of Moldova, scheduled for November 3, several polling stations in the diaspora have changed their location compared to the first round. The changes affect polling stations in Italy, Great Britain, Belgium, France and Spain. Citizens are urged to check the new addresses before planning to travel to polling stations.

Prime Minister Dorin Recean warns of the consequences of the vote-buying in the Republic of Moldova: "It is a crime and is punishable"

Investigations by the authorities have revealed the extent of the phenomenon of voter bribery in the first round of elections. Prime Minister Dorin Recean warned, at the beginning of the Government meeting on October 30, that all those who were involved in selling or buying the vote in the first round or intend to resort to such practices in the second round will be documented and sanctioned. The Head of the Executive called on citizens to vote "honestly" on November 3.

Moldova police warn citizens against electoral fraud

The Police of the Republic of Moldova issued a public notice urging citizens to refrain from engaging in electoral fraud.

Moldova referendum: Diaspora vote tips scales toward EU membership

On October 20, Moldovans worldwide mobilised in large numbers to actively participate in the vote.

CEC confirms ballots ready for presidential elections

The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) has announced that all ballots for the final round of the presidential elections in Moldova scheduled for November 3 have been printed and are ready for distribution.

Electoral debates in Moldova spotlight political responsibility

The decision by Alexandr Stoianoglo to ignore electoral debates on Moldova 1 and Radio Moldova underscores a lack of political culture and represents an insult to voters, with voting serving as a means of response, asserts Black Sea region expert Mihai Isac.

Maia Sandu addresses potential government changes ahead

Maia Sandu has acknowledged that the presidential elections could lead to potential changes in the government team if she is reelected as president of the country.

Moldova’s undecided voters key in presidential runoff

The decisive contest in the second round of the presidential elections will focus on capturing the undecided voter segment, and, most likely, the outcome will reflect the geopolitical orientation favoured by the state, according to political commentator Ion Tăbârță.

Constitutional Court to validate referendum results on Oct 31

The Constitutional Court will review the results of the national constitutional referendum held on October 20, 2024, on Thursday, October 31. The session is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM. Following the issuance of the ruling, High Court President Domnica Manole will hold a press briefing.

Renato Usatîi stays neutral in Moldova’s presidential election

Renato Usatîi, who placed third in the first round of the presidential election, has announced that he will not support either of the two remaining candidates—Maia Sandu or Alexandr Stoianoglo—in the second round.

Electoral corruption in Moldova: Șor group funds investigated

Since September 2022, significant flows of illegal funds have arrived in the Republic of Moldova from the Russian Federation.

Doctor detained for violating secret ballot in Comrat

The doctor who acknowledged the violation of the secret ballot in a nursing home in Comrat has been detained by the police. Based on the gathered evidence, it has been established that the doctor accepted corrupt financial inducements to misuse his position for this purpose.