TRIBUNA continues its project in which we present political events that took place exactly one year ago. This time, we invite you to recall what happened on October 22, 2025.

Irina Vlah’s Statements

Politician Irina Vlah, leader of the Republican Party “Heart of Moldova,” whose activities were restricted while a civil case was being examined, stated that the new Parliament, which had convened for its first session, could not deliver results for citizens because it “was elected following the dirtiest election campaign in the modern history of the Republic of Moldova.”

Parliament Legally Constituted

The 12th Legislature of Parliament was legally constituted. The inaugural session was attended by President of the Republic of Moldova Maia Sandu, members of the Constitutional Court and the Central Electoral Commission, as well as representatives of the diplomatic corps accredited in Chișinău.

The session was chaired by the oldest substitute member of the newly elected Parliament, Zinaida Greceanîi, elected on the list of the Patriotic Electoral Bloc of Socialists, Communists, Heart and Future of Moldova.

At the beginning of the session, Constitutional Court President Domnica Manole presented the report on the results of the early parliamentary elections and the validation of the mandates of the elected MPs.

President Maia Sandu also delivered a speech highlighting the importance of the responsibility entrusted to the new legislature.

Igor Grosu was elected Speaker of the 12th Legislature by secret ballot, receiving the votes of 55 MPs. After being elected Speaker, Grosu received the Standard of the President of the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova, which symbolizes the authority of the Speaker within the supreme representative body of the people and the country’s sole legislative authority.

In his address to Parliament, Igor Grosu outlined his commitments for the upcoming term.

Parliamentary Factions Established

Six parliamentary factions were established in the 12th Legislature, while one MP remained unaffiliated.

The Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) formed a faction of 55 MPs, led by Doina Gherman. The Socialist faction had 17 MPs and was led by Igor Dodon. The Party of Communists faction had eight MPs and was led by Diana Caraman.

The “Alternative” Bloc had a faction of eight MPs, led by Gaik Vartanean. “Our Party” had six MPs, led by Renato Usatîi. The “Democracy at Home” Party also had six MPs, led by Vasile Costiuc.

Vasile Tarlev had no fellow party members in Parliament and announced that he would serve as an unaffiliated MP.

With 55 MPs, PAS announced the formation of a parliamentary majority in the 12th Legislature. The Socialist Party, the Party of Communists, the “Alternative” Bloc, “Our Party,” the “Democracy at Home” Party, and unaffiliated MP Vasile Tarlev declared themselves to be in opposition.

Ion Ceban’s Statements

Ion Ceban, the capital’s mayor and one of the leaders of the “Alternative” Bloc, attended the inaugural parliamentary session.

He said that over the next four years, people expected the new Parliament to deliver tangible results rather than just circus and showmanship.

Anti-Corruption Platform Meeting

The results of interinstitutional cooperation in combating electoral corruption, the authorities’ efforts to ensure the integrity of the electoral process, and priorities for continuing judicial reform were discussed at a meeting of the Anti-Corruption Platform chaired by Prime Minister Dorin Recean.

Guests at the Presidency

President Maia Sandu met with a delegation from the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Parliament of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, which was on an official visit to Chișinău.

The delegation was led by Committee Chair Emily Thornberry and included MPs Alex Ballinger, Uma Kumaran, and Edward Morello.

Invitation to Parliamentary Factions

President Maia Sandu invited parliamentary factions and groups to consultations on the nomination of a candidate for the position of Prime Minister of the Republic of Moldova. The consultations were scheduled for October 23 and 24.

Appeal to Parliament

The Promo-LEX Association issued an appeal to the newly elected Parliament of the Republic of Moldova, elected following the September 28, 2025 parliamentary elections, calling for responsibility and transparency.

European Social Democratic Party Meeting

The leadership of the Chișinău Municipal Organization of the European Social Democratic Party (PSDE) met to review the parliamentary election campaign, assess the challenges encountered, and establish priorities for the coming period.

Members of the Royal Family at the Presidency

President Maia Sandu met with Her Majesty Margareta, Custodian of the Romanian Crown, and His Royal Highness Prince Radu, who were visiting Chișinău.

During the discussions, the participants reviewed projects carried out by the Romanian Royal Family in the Republic of Moldova, particularly in education, investment promotion, and efforts to advance the country’s accession to the European Union.

Vasile Costiuc’s Outrage

MP Vasile Costiuc, leader of the “Democracy at Home” Party, attended the first parliamentary session and expressed his indignation in a live broadcast on social media over the location of his faction’s office.

The office was situated on the eighth floor, next to the toilets. Costiuc commented: “This is Grosu’s perception of us.”

Valeriu Chiveri Concludes His Term

Valeriu Chiveri, Moldova’s ambassador to Ukraine, Turkmenistan, the Republic of Uzbekistan, and the Republic of Armenia, concluded his diplomatic term.

He described it as a special chapter in his life and said it had been an honor to represent the Republic of Moldova and serve as the country’s ambassador to Ukraine for almost four years.

Source: Political Almanac 2025