Dorin Recean denounces attempts of electoral fraud and calls for mobilization for the second round: "They can't commit fraud as much as we can vote"

The vote cast by the citizens of the Republic of Moldova in the elections on October 20 reflects the desire of the majority of people to continue on the European path, despite attempts at fraud and electoral propaganda. This statement was made by Prime Minister Dorin Recean at the beginning of the Government meeting on October 23. The official thanked all citizens, including those in the diaspora, for their active participation in the vote and called on political forces to condemn attempts of election fraud and thus defend democracy.

LIVE // Government meets in session: 33 million lei for participants in the Olympic and Paralympic games

The Cabinet of Ministers meets in session. The agenda includes 11 topics, including the allocation of over 33 million lei from the government's reserve fund to the Ministry of Education and Research.

USA warns: Russia could try to influence the second round of the presidential elections in the Republic of Moldova

The United States is concerned that Russia will again try to prevent the citizens of the Republic of Moldova from exercising their sovereign right to elect their president in the second round of the presidential election. The statement was made by the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, a few days before the second round, scheduled for November 3.

Money in exchange for vote. Over 400 people, documented by the police

Over 400 people are currently documented for accepting money in exchange for voting, the General Police Inspectorate (IGP) announces. The authorities say that they risk fines of up to 37,500 lei.

“Teleradio-Moldova” Broadcaster invites presidential candidates Maia Sandu and Alexandr Stoianoglo to debates

The Public Broadcaster "Teleradio-Moldova" invites the two candidates for the position of president of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu and Alexandr Stoianoglo, to debates organized and broadcast on Moldova 1 TV and Radio Moldova.

Sugar will not increase in price

There are no conditions for sugar to become more expensive by the end of the year, even if the sugar beet harvest has been compromised, said the representative of a producing company, Nicolae Ciubuc, for Radio Moldova. According to him, the Republic of Moldova should import from European countries about 40% of the amount of sugar needed by the population for the next 12 months.

Debate between Maia Sandu and Alexandr Stoianoglo will be held at the Palace of the Republic on Sunday

After several rounds of discussions and negotiations, the staffs of the winners of the first round of the presidential elections, Maia Sandu and Alexandr Stoianoglo, reached a compromise. The electoral debate between the two candidates will take place on Sunday, October 27, at the Palace of the Republic. The information was confirmed by both election staffs.

International experts: Elections in the Republic of Moldova, marked by external interference and disinformation

The presidential election and the constitutional referendum took place in the context of massive attempts at foreign interference and sustained attacks on democratic values and institutions. This is the conclusion of the international observers, who monitored the smooth conduct of the polls. Moreover, experts say that misinformation continues to spread online, and authorities should act systematically to counter fakes.

Debate between Maia Sandu and Alexandr Stoianoglo will take place on Sunday, at the Palace of the Republic

After several rounds of discussions and negotiations, the staffs of the winners of the first round of the presidential elections, Maia Sandu and Alexandr Stoianoglo, reached a compromise. The electoral debate between the two candidates will take place on Sunday, October 27, at the Palace of the Republic. The information was confirmed by both election staffs.

Correspondence // Immigration: Brussels proposes new legislation favoring deportations

The European Commission has proposed new legislation to favor the expulsion of illegal migrants, as announced by the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, in a letter to the 27 EU leaders. Ursula von der Leyen said the EU should consider a new legislative package for "return centres" to third countries to speed up deportations of undocumented immigrants in a letter to capitals.

Press review // Russia's failure to undermine the country's elections

The difficulties faced by the pro-European forces in the Republic of Moldova following the results of the constitutional referendum; Russia's failure to undermine the elections in the country, as well as the strategy of the Republic of Moldova to fight the Russian hybrid war through the vote. These are the main press headlines.

Romanian MFA backs Moldova's European aspirations amid challenges

The Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has welcomed the commitment of Moldovans to the European, democratic future of their country, "despite the challenges" coordinated by "entities from the Russian Federation."