Summary
Moldova's pro-EU Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) won a parliamentary majority, defeating pro-Russian groups. The election was seen as a choice between aligning with the European Union or closer ties with Russia. Reports indicate that PAS will hold about 55 of the 101 seats, allowing them to govern without forming a coalition.
Key Facts
- The pro-EU Party of Action and Solidarity won 50.1% of the vote in Moldova's parliamentary election.
- Pro-Russian Patriotic Electoral Bloc received 24.2% of the vote.
- Other parties in the election were the Russia-friendly Alternativa Bloc and the populist Our Party.
- PAS is projected to hold about 55 of the 101 parliamentary seats.
- President Maia Sandu, founder of PAS, is expected to nominate pro-Western Prime Minister Dorin Recean for continuity.
- Moldova views the election as a choice between joining the EU or aligning with Russia.
- There were claims of Russian interference, including cyberattacks and vote-buying attempts.
- Moldova applied for EU membership in 2022, received candidate status, and started accession talks.
