Moldova faces a tug of war between Russia and the West
Moldova faces a tug of war between Russia and the West in two crucial votes
Voters in Moldova will cast their ballots Sunday in two crucial votes, which have been billed as the most consequential in the country’s post-Soviet history. One is for president, the other a referendum on eventual European Union membership.
What to know about Moldova’s election and crucial vote on EU future
Moldova's pro-Western president, Maia Sandu, is seeking a second term in a presidential election on Oct. 20, when the country will also hold a referendum on joining the European Union.
Moldova's future is at the 'heart of Europe,' German minister says
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has reaffirmed Germany's commitment to supporting Moldova on its journey toward European Union membership, as the country prepares for a presidential election and EU referendum this Sunday.
'A Pivotal Moment': Moldovans to Decide on European Future in Presidential Election, EU Referendum
Moldova votes on European future in shadow of alleged Russian meddling
Moldova's citizens vote on Sunday in a presidential election and an EU referendum that come at a pivotal moment in the tussle between Russia and the West for the future of the poor, landlocked southeast European nation of under 3 million people.
Moldova’s twin elections to determine its geopolitical future
By Clare Nuttall in Chisinau In downtown Chisinau, there are few visible signs that Moldova is on the verge of two historic elections that could shape its future for decades. On October 20, Moldovans will vote in a referendum on the country’s commitment to its EU accession path,
Crucial Election In Moldova: Will Moldova Firm Up Pro-EU Trajectory?
Moldova votes on Sunday in the first round of a landmark Presidential Election. The vote and the elected contestant it could either pave the way for Moldova to become a part of the EU block or see the
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Referendum to be held alongside elections in Moldova: Why it's beneficial for Sandu
Presidential elections and a referendum will take place in Moldova on Sunday, October 20. This step is likely to help ...
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Hybrid War in Moldova: Tactical Shift in Fighting
Conventional war is unlikely, but hybrid war is active. Moscow is playing the long game to prevent Moldova joining the EU and ...
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Russia is throwing resources at sabotage efforts, Moldova says
Moldova’s chief negotiator in talks to join the European Union said Russia’s priority is to prevent Moldova from becoming an ...
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Moldova and Georgia Face a 1947 Moment as Westward-Looking Republics Try To Keep Out of Moscow’s Clutches
Votes may be celebrated with a wine called ‘Freedom Blend,’ made from Georgian, Moldovan, and Ukrainian grapes.
Lies, bribes and interference: Kremlin’s hybrid war overshadows Moldova’s EU referendum
European officials say disinformation campaigns and vote-buying schemes risk undermining the integrity of the 20 October ...
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European integration could be answer to Moldova’s demographic crisis
Furthermore, the free movement of goods and people that comes with EU integration could drive economic development, creating ...
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The low-hanging fruit of European integration: Moldova’s election and the power play of energy dependency
Nowhere is the choice between Europe and Moscow more evident than in Moldova’s energy sector. By promising cheap gas, Moscow ...
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Foreign Minister Baerbock on the situation in Moldova
Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock issued the following statement today (18 October 2024) on the situation in Moldova: Putin’s Russia not only wants to destroy our European peaceful order.