Moldova

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

President of Moldova Maia Sandu. © Maia Sandu's Facebook page

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

Maia Sandu in her press briefing as elected president at PAS Headquarters, November 16, 2020. (Photo: Madalin Necsutu)

New President Boosts Moldova's European Path

But without snap elections, majority coalition likely to block reforms.

24 Nov 20

The Bridge over the Nistru river. (Photo: Aurel Obreja)

Disinformation Muddles Transnistrian Conflict Resolution

Systematic disinformation accuses Chisinau of imposing an economic and humanitarian blockade.

26 Aug 20

Petru Macovei, the executive director of the Association of Independent Press of Moldova, in his interview with Piotr Garciu. © Piotr Garciu

Fake News Runs Rampant in Moldova

Poor media literacy allows pro-Kremlin narratives and political distortions to flourish

25 Aug 20

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