Politics
Moldova parliament elects Vasile Tofan as prime minister to drive EU accession
Financier backed by President Sandu wins 53-21 vote, inherits mandate to advance membership talks and restructure economy after predecessor's abrupt resignation
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Maia Sandu
President of Moldova, Presidency of Moldova
What we have reported
- Nominated Tofan as prime minister, called for united government to reach EU membership
- Nominated Vasile Tofan as prime minister after the resignation of Alexandru Munteanu, tasking him with restoring public trust and advancing EU accession.
- Founded PAS and framed the election as the most consequential in Moldova's history, accusing Russia of hybrid warfare.
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