EU congratulates Maia Sandu on her victory in Moldova’s presidential election

Maia Sandu won yesterday’s presidential elections in Moldova with almost 55 per cent of the votes.

“The people of Moldova have reaffirmed their trust in your leadership, stability and commitment to a European future,” Charles Michel, President of the European Council, said on X, congratulating Sandu on her victory.

Ursula von der Leyen, European Commission President, said on X that it “takes a rare kind of strength to overcome the challenges you’ve faced in this election”. 

“I’m glad to continue working with you towards a European future for Moldova and its people,” added Von der Leyen.

EU High Representative Josep Borrell also congratulated Maia Sandu, saying on X that “Moldovans have shown once again their determination to build a European future despite hybrid attempts to undermine democracy”.

The European Commission also issued a press release congratulating Maia Sandu for her re-election. “We commend the Moldovan authorities for the successful conduct of the election, despite unprecedented interference by Russia, including with vote-buying schemes and disinformation. These hybrid attempts have sought to undermine the country’s democratic institutions and its EU path,” the Commission said.

It also says said that the recent referendum had reaffirmed the Moldovan people’s commitment to the European path: “The EU will continue to work with the President and the Moldovan authorities to promote further reforms and enhance the country’s stability and prosperity on its EU path, including through the recently announced Growth Plan for Moldova.”

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Press release

Charles Michel post on X 

Von der Leyen post on X

Josep Borrell post on X

Moldova 2024 Enlargement Package Factsheet