Moldova nears fix for Gagauzia vote

A framework to hold free and fair elections in Moldova’s autonomous region of Gagauzia could emerge within days, according to President Maia Sandu. The announcement follows high-level talks in Chișinău between the central government and local officials from Comrat.

Gagauzia election deadlock tests Moldova's rule of law

The political deadlock over organizing elections in the Autonomous Territorial Unit of Gagauzia is testing the rule of law in Moldova. Regional authorities are attempting to implement a parallel legal framework that bypasses the national Electoral Code, raising severe concerns over central oversight and democratic integrity.

Moldova convicts ex-Sor party heads for illicit funding

The Chisinau Court has convicted the regional branch heads of the former Sor Party from Ungheni and Rezina for knowingly accepting illegal financing from an organized criminal group.

New legal framework to unblock Gagauzia local elections

Moldovan President Maia Sandu and Speaker Igor Grosu have initiated a high-level working group to resolve the electoral deadlock in the Gagauzia autonomy. The move follows urgent talks on April 23 with local officials and regional deputies.

Moldova convicts five in EU referendum vote-buying case

A court in northern Moldova has convicted five individuals for electoral corruption. The group attempted to influence the 2024 European integration referendum by offering food items in exchange for "NO" votes.

Strategic shield: Romania’s decisive role in securing Moldova’s 2025 parliamentary elections

Romanian intelligence services provided "decisive support" during the 2025 Moldovan elections, specifically by neutralizing large-scale cyber threats. President Nicușor Dan clarified that Bucharest's involvement focused exclusively on technical security, ensuring the integrity of the electoral process without interfering in political outcomes.

Election campaign begins for 12 Moldovan localities ahead of May 17 polls

The official campaign period has commenced for local elections and referendums scheduled for May 17 across 12 Moldovan localities. The race is headlined by the strategic battle for the municipalities of Orhei and Taraclia.

Moldova to overhaul electoral code targeting digital disinformation and regional governance

Moldova is set to modernize its legal framework to combat online manipulation and synchronize regional elections with national standards. Following public consultations on April 15, the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) unveiled proposed amendments to the Electoral Code designed to safeguard democratic integrity.

CEC starts process for possible e-voting in Moldova

Implementing electronic voting in the Republic of Moldova is not a technological issue. Authorities are actively working on the project, but the primary challenge may be "social trust," according to Nicoleta Colomeeț, director of the Electronic Government Agency (AGE).

Gagauzia election deadlock: Parliament speaker admits past legal exceptions were a mistake

Moldovan Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu characterized the decision to delay the application of the national Electoral Code in the Gagauzia region as a "strategic mistake" that facilitated current legal abuses.

Moldova electoral process faces hybrid threats despite modern legal reforms

The Republic of Moldova has significantly modernized its electoral processes, yet remains vulnerable to external interference, disinformation, and cyberattacks. These conclusions emerged during a high-level debate on the national broadcaster Moldova 1, featuring representatives from the Central Electoral Commission (CEC), civil society, and political leaders.

CEC registers initiative group for a referendum to dismiss the mayor of Cristești

Residents of Cristești village in the Nisporeni district may be called to vote on a referendum. On February 18, the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) approved the registration of the initiative group that is supporting the referendum.