The Party of Communists of the Republic of Moldova (PCRM) is marking the 33rd anniversary of its founding. On this occasion, the party’s Central Committee issued a statement reflecting on its history, its time in power, and its political priorities.

The PCRM’s first founding congress took place on October 22, 1993, bringing together 169 delegates from across the country. According to the party, its establishment took place amid political pressure, economic crisis, and the persecution of communist forces.

In its statement, the PCRM describes the early 1990s as a period of sweeping economic changes, deindustrialization, and the dismantling of collective farms. Party representatives claim that, despite the difficult circumstances, they managed to rebuild the political organization practically from scratch and transform it into one of the country’s leading political forces within just a few years.

“We did not resign ourselves, we did not surrender, and we did not bow to circumstances,” the Central Committee’s statement reads.

The PCRM also emphasizes that its time in government demonstrated Moldova’s development potential and the importance of protecting the country’s national interests. According to the statement, significant socioeconomic problems were addressed during that period, while living standards and quality of life improved steadily.

The statement also highlights the party’s international profile. The PCRM says it has received recognition from communist and fraternal parties, as well as political leaders and organizations from dozens of countries around the world.

Despite no longer holding central government power, the party maintains that it continues to play a role in Moldovan politics, with representatives in Parliament and local public administration bodies, as well as territorial structures across the country.

It should be noted that Diana Caraman is the current chairwoman of the Party of Communists of the Republic of Moldova, while Vladimir Voronin, who led the party until June 2026, now serves as its honorary chairman.

Concluding its statement, the PCRM reaffirmed its commitment to social justice, human dignity, and the right of citizens to determine their country’s future.

“For all these 33 years, we, the communists, have remained a source of truth and hope for Moldovan society. In this respect, nothing has changed,” the party’s Central Committee stated.

The statement concludes with congratulations to party supporters on the anniversary and an expression of determination to continue political activity under the organization’s historical symbols: the Red Flag, the Hammer and Sickle.

“Long live the Party of Communists! Long live the Republic of Moldova! Long live the multinational people of Moldova!” the PCRM Central Committee declared.