PAS Maintains Lead with Over 90% of Votes Counted
The counting of votes is progressing quickly in Moldova. As of now, more than 90% of the votes have been tallied, with the ruling pro-European Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) leading with 46% compared to the 27% garnered by the pro-Russian Patriotic Bloc. This information comes from the country’s Central Electoral Commission.
Optimism at PAS Headquarters as Pro-EU Party Takes Lead
At the election night base for the Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) in Chisinau, excitement is palpable. The party, which has been in power since 2021 on a pro-EU and pro-Western platform, has received early results indicating it is in the lead, while the pro-Russian opposition follows behind.
Despite pre-election polls predicting a loss of majority for PAS, party members are hopeful. However, coalition negotiations may be needed, complicating the necessary reforms for Moldova’s EU accessibility. Pro-Russian opposition has already announced plans for protests on Monday.
PAS Holds Lead with 70% of Votes Counted
As of the latest update from the Central Electoral Commission in Moldova, the pro-EU Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) has claimed 44% of the votes with 70% counted. In contrast, the pro-Russian Patriotic Bloc stands at 28%. Voting continues in many regions.
PAS Winning Early Votes in Electoral Commission Update
The pro-European Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) has secured 40% of the tally so far, while the pro-Russian Patriotic Bloc accounts for 31.5% of votes, according to early results with 28% of votes counted.
Polling Stations Close in Moldova
Polling stations have closed following Moldova’s significant parliamentary elections. Preliminary results are expected soon, with over 1.59 million voters having participated by 9 PM local time, approximately 51.9% of eligible voters. This figure includes 264,000 Moldovans who voted abroad.
Voting Procedures for Transnistrians
In Gura Bicului village, voters from the breakaway region of Transnistria are casting ballots. They display Moldovan IDs allowing them to vote despite residing under pro-Russian separatist control. Opinions vary among voters regarding their political alignment, with some supporting closer ties to Russia.
Former President Dodon Calls for Rally After Voting
Igor Dodon, former president and pro-Russian politician, expressed confidence in the opposition’s victory during a press conference after voting. He accused Western entities of interfering in the election process and has called for a protest at noon on Monday to safeguard what he claims will be their electoral victory.
