Moldova

Moldovan Vice-PM Andrei Spinu and Gazprom`s CEO Alexey Miller, after signing the new gas contract on October 29, 2021, in Sakt Petersburg, Russia. © Moldovan Infrastructure and Regional Development Ministry

How Russia Weaponised Gas Deliveries to Moldova

Experts deem political pressure to have paid off in energy negotiations.

11 Nov 21

President Maia Sandu after a meeting with Charles Michel, The President of the European Council. © Official Site of the President of Moldova

Moldova: Sandu Continues European Pivot

Moscow irked by Chisinau’s growing closeness to its regional neighbours.

5 Oct 21

The statue of Vladimir Lenin in front of the office of the Chairperson of the Autonomous Territorial Unit of Gagauzia and the People's Assembly. © IWPR Moldova

Moldova: Gagauzia Elections “Part of Corrupt System”

Analysts say that politicians pander to highly localised interests amid little transparency.

18 Sep 21

Igor Dodon, the leader of the Socialist Party, and Vladimir Voronin, the leader of the Communist Party. © Igor Dodon's official facebook page

Moldova: What Next for Pro-Russian Forces?

Political forces regroup after suffering punishing defeat in snap parliamentary elections.

11 Aug 21

Roman Homenko was one of the first to receive his vaccine in Gagauzia and is a strong proponent of people getting vaccinated. © Roman Homenko

Russia’s Influence Delays Gagauzia Vaccine Efforts

Rates are half of what they are in the rest of Moldova as locals wait for Sputnik V jab.

22 Jul 21

Moldovan President Maia Sandu at an address calling for Moldovans to come together for the future of their country. © Official Website of the President of Moldova

Pro-European Party Poised to Win Moldova’s Elections

President’s party leading ahead of a vote that could alter the country’s political course.

8 Jul 21

Ukrainian Judge’s Kidnapping May Have Political Impact in Moldova

Pro-Russian politicians accuse head of state of colluding in abduction

10 May 21

Moldova’s Fake News Fightback

How NGOs and independent media united to counter an organised disinformation campaign.

1 May 21

Former prime minister and pro-European politician Maia Sandu was often targeted with comments based on sexist stereotypes and prejudices. © Sean Gallup/Getty Images

Misogyny Plagues Moldova’s Politics

International organisations have urged Chisinau to act against discriminatory discourse.

8 Mar 21

A discussion between the EU and US ambassadors with the Moldovan government on the New Justice Reform Strategy. © Moldova government website

Moldova May Struggle to Hold Judges to Account

Government has been forced to pay out large sums over human rights rulings.

5 Feb 21

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