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 23, 2025.

Irina Vlah’s Announcement

Politician Irina Vlah, leader of the Republican Party “Heart of Moldova,” whose activities were restricted while a civil case was being examined, announced her plans for the coming period. She said she would travel across the country and speak with citizens about the recent elections and the steps she intended to take next.

Searches in the Amnesty Case

Officers from the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office, together with representatives of the National Anticorruption Center and the National Investigation Inspectorate, conducted searches at several locations across the country.

The actions were carried out as part of a criminal investigation into suspected acts of active and passive corruption involving individuals responsible for implementing and applying the amnesty granted on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic of Moldova’s independence, as well as the application of Articles 91 and 92 of the Criminal Code.

The alleged offences resulted in the release from prison of several individuals sentenced to life imprisonment.

Ion Ceban Plants Trees

Chișinău Mayor Ion Ceban, together with representatives of diplomatic missions accredited in the Republic of Moldova and international organizations, planted more than 80 balled-and-burlapped trees of various species in the park surrounding the “Nativity of the Lord” Metropolitan Cathedral.

Congratulations to Doctors

President of the Republic of Moldova Maia Sandu attended a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the founding of Nicolae Testemițanu State University of Medicine and Pharmacy.

On the occasion, the head of state congratulated doctors, professors, and researchers, highlighting the institution’s important mission of training professionals who save lives.

Vasile Tarlev Meets Business Representatives

In his capacity as President of the International Congress of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs, MP and leader of the “Future of Moldova” Party, Vasile Tarlev met in Chișinău with a delegation of business representatives from Japan, Canada, and Romania.

The discussions focused on several areas with genuine potential for cooperation.

Conference Organized by the Central Electoral Commission

The Central Electoral Commission of the Republic of Moldova, in cooperation with the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) and with the support of the Mercator Foundation (Stiftung Mercator), organized a regional conference in Chișinău entitled “Monitoring the Digitalization of Electoral Processes: Towards Convergence Between the European Union and Eastern Europe.”

Guests at Parliament

Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu met with members of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Parliament of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

The discussions focused on opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation.

Information Released by Parliament

Parliament published data showing that 47 MPs in the 12th Legislature were serving their first term, while 43 MPs were serving their second or third term. Another 11 MPs had been elected at least four times.

Ministers Present Their Reports

Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry Ludmila Catlabuga presented the main achievements and policies implemented over the previous four years to support farmers, promote rural development, modernize agriculture, and advance European integration.

Energy Minister Dorin Junghietu also presented the results achieved during his tenure in the government led by Dorin Recean. He emphasized that 2025 marked a turning point for the Republic of Moldova in its energy transformation process.

PAS Meeting

Members of the Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) parliamentary faction met with Alexandru Munteanu, the designated candidate for prime minister.

They announced that the following day they would formally submit Munteanu’s candidacy to the president for appointment as prime minister.

Adrian Băluțel’s Announcement

Adrian Băluțel announced that he was stepping down as Chief of Staff to President Maia Sandu and would take up a parliamentary mandate.

He noted that he had spent 789 days serving as head of the presidential staff.

PCRM Announcement

MPs from the Party of Communists of the Republic of Moldova (PCRM) announced that they would not participate in the consultations initiated by the head of state regarding the nomination of a candidate for prime minister.

They stated that “Maia Sandu has managed to distort this legal provision, both in form and in substance.”

Consultations with Parliamentary Factions

Consultations between President Maia Sandu and representatives of the parliamentary factions of the Socialist Party, “Our Party,” the “Alternative” Bloc, and the “Democracy at Home” Party took place at the Presidency.

Following the discussions, the faction leaders made statements to the press.

SIS Chief’s Visit

The head of the Security and Intelligence Service (SIS), Alexandru Musteață, visited Comrat, where he held discussions with the leadership of the Gagauz autonomy.

The visit was not publicly announced by the SIS but was confirmed by acting Bashkan Ilia Uzun and members of the People’s Assembly of Gagauzia.

The discussions reportedly concerned the “situation in Gagauzia,” including the organization of elections for the People’s Assembly.

“Greater Moldova” Party Files a Request

The “Greater Moldova” Party filed a request with the Chișinău Court of Appeal concerning the direct application of Protocol No. 16 to the European Convention on Human Rights, asking Moldovan courts to request an advisory opinion from the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR).

At the same time, the party’s chairwoman, Victoria Furtună, announced that if the court decided to restrict the party’s activities, the formation would appeal to the ECHR.

Source: Political Almanac 2025