Boldurești elections: Ciochină’s opponent requests vote recount

Independent candidate Sergiu Bulicanu, who is running in the local elections in Boldurești, has requested a recount of the votes due to claims of irregularities in the electoral process. His request is set to be reviewed at the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) meeting scheduled for tomorrow, June 4.

Moldovans from 11 countries can register to vote by mail

Starting today, Moldovan citizens who have the right to vote and will be in the United States, Canada, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Iceland, Japan, South Korea, Australia, or New Zealand on September 28, the day of the parliamentary elections, can register to vote by mail.

Over 3.2 million people registered in the Voters' Register

As of June 2, 2025, the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) announced that 3,297,499 voters were registered in the State Register of Voters. More than 80% of these voters are registered in level II administrative-territorial units, such as districts, municipalities, and autonomous units.

Nicanor Ciochină, accused in 14-year-old's death, narrowly wins Boldurești mayoral race

Independent candidate Nicanor Ciochină, who was accused of fatally hitting a 14-year-old child, received the most votes in the second round of local elections held in Boldurești commune, Nisporeni district.

Second round of local elections underway in four localities; turnout at 33.34% by 6 PM

The second round of new local elections is held in four localities in the country on Sunday, June 1. Residents of Boldurești commune, Nisporeni district, Tabani village, Briceni district, Chiperceni commune, Orhei district and Talmaza village, Stefan Vodă district are expected to go to the polls.

Moldovans in four more countries to vote by mail; draft approved in final reading

Moldovan citizens residing in Japan, Australia, the Republic of Korea, and New Zealand can vote by mail in this autumn's parliamentary elections. Today, Parliament approved a bill in its second reading that expands the number of countries where this alternative voting method will be available. This initiative aims to facilitate the participation of citizens living abroad in the electoral process.

International leaders react to Nicușor Dan’s win in Romanian presidential elections

Nicușor Dan's victory in the Romanian presidential elections on May 18 sparked a wave of reactions from international political leaders. Their messages emphasize strong support for Romania's ongoing commitment to democracy and its European integration, as well as the strengthening of strategic partnerships.

Voters head to polls in six Moldova localities May 18

On Sunday, May 18, new local elections are scheduled in six localities across the Republic of Moldova to elect their mayors and local councillors in new local elections.

Nicușor Dan wins Romanian presidential election

Nicușor-Daniel Dan is the winner of the Romanian presidential election, securing 53.60% of the valid votes cast, based on the final data following the centralization of all 20,085 vote minutes. Nicușor Dan received a total of 6,168,696 votes, leading by over 829,000 votes against his opponent, George-Nicolae Simion, who garnered 5,338,999 votes, representing 46.40% of the total.

Experts: Elections in Romania, a key test for Moldova’s EU path

The presidential elections in Romania, scheduled for this Sunday, are more than just a national democratic exercise; they will significantly shape the country's external relations amidst a tense regional environment in Eastern Europe. Experts in foreign policy and security caution that the election results could impact the future European integration of the Republic of Moldova and Romania's strategic role within the EU and NATO. These insights were discussed during the program IN CONTEXT on Moldova 1.

Postal voting could be expanded to more countries, member of Parliament Lilian Carp

More Moldovan citizens will exercise their right to vote by mail in the upcoming elections. Lilian Carp, the deputy and chair of the Parliamentary Committee for National Security, Defense, and Public Order, said in the show "Pe fața" on Moldova 1 that the number of countries offering this option will gradually increase. According to him, the capacities will expand, and the number of countries will also grow.

Expert: Moldova's vote is becoming increasingly influential in Romania's political landscape

The presidential elections in Romania underscore a growing trend: the mobilization of Romanian citizens residing in the Republic of Moldova, who are increasingly voting for pro-European candidates. In a statement to Moldova 1, political analyst Laurențiu Pleșca noted that the vote from the Republic of Moldova is crucial in determining the outcome of presidential elections in Romania. He emphasized that the electorate understands the geopolitical significance of supporting a Romania that is part of the EU and NATO.