Eligibility for deputy candidates in the Comrat People's Assembly

Citizens of the Republic of Moldova who wish to run for a seat in the People's Assembly of the Gagauz autonomy must be at least 21 years old, have lived in the region for at least three years, and maintain their domicile within the autonomy's territory on election day. The Central Electoral Commission has outlined the requirements for participating in the People's Assembly election in Comrat, scheduled for November 15, 2026.

Mihail Sirkeli: "Moscow controls Gagauzia's elections"

The election for Governor (Bashkan) of Gagauzia is entering the candidate registration phase, and the campaign is already marked by political disputes and discussions about Moscow's influence in the region. Journalist Mihail Sirkeli argues that candidates' profiles may matter less than the political support they receive, and the November 15 vote could affect not only the administration in Comrat but also the relationship between Chișinău and the autonomous region.

Moldova and Romania strengthen electoral cooperation with new memorandum

The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) of the Republic of Moldova and the Permanent Electoral Authority (AEP) of Romania have signed a Memorandum of Understanding and Cooperation on electoral matters. The document establishes new avenues for collaboration between the two institutions, including the strengthening of institutional capacities, cybersecurity, the digitalization of electoral processes, and the refinement of legislation regarding elections and referendums. The CEC and the AEP signed the memorandum in Bucharest during a meeting between their representatives.

Gagauzia launches candidate registration for regional governor vote

Gagauzia’s electoral authorities on Monday opened candidate registration for the November 15 regional elections to choose the autonomous region’s next governor and members of its local legislature, officials said.

Moldova expands Gagauzia election body ahead of poll

Moldova’s Central Electoral Commission established an expanded 15-member Central Electoral Council for Gagauzia on Tuesday, exceeding standard statutory limits to prepare for the November 15 regional vote.

Moldova guards Gagauzia regional vote against boycott

Moldova’s Central Electoral Commission is preparing contingency measures against a potential boycott of the Nov. 15 regional elections in Gagauzia, following protracted negotiations between central and local authorities, officials announced.

Electoral authority steps in to schedule Gagauzia vote after local impasse

Moldova’s Central Electoral Commission stepped in on Tuesday to schedule regional elections in Gagauzia for Nov. 15, breaking a local legislative deadlock following the final conviction of former governor Evghenia Guțul.

Gagauzia sets Nov. 15 legislative vote following year-long stalemate

Moldova’s Central Electoral Commission launched preparations on Friday for Gagauzia’s regional assembly elections scheduled for Nov. 15, opening the race after parliament overhauled electoral laws to resolve a year-long institutional deadlock.

CEC approves amendments to Electoral Code for Gagauzia elections

The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) has expressed a favourable opinion on the amendments to the Electoral Code concerning the elections in Gagauzia. This opinion was approved on Tuesday, July 28, with five votes in favor and three against. One CEC member who voted against the amendments cited conflicting norms in the legislation as their reason for opposing the changes.

Three parties dominate Moldova's 98.2 million lei political funding

The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) has issued an official warning to all Moldovan political parties regarding their mid-year transparency obligations. Parties must submit their financial reports for the first half of the current year by July 15.

Runoff mayoral elections in Orhei, Taraclia, and Ruseștii Noi scheduled for May 31

Residents of the Orhei municipality, Taraclia city, and Rusestii Noi commune in the Ialoveni district will elect their mayors on May 31 during the second round of local elections. The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) announced this date after no candidate achieved the necessary majority in the first round of voting held on May 17.

Draft project targeting Gagauzia election crisis expected by week’s end

The project that has the potential to resolve the electoral crisis in Gagauzia is set to be presented to Parliament by the end of this week. Representatives from the People's Assembly of Gagauzia are finalizing the details of a document aimed at aligning the electoral procedures in the autonomy with the Electoral Code of the Republic of Moldova.